Atty. Stuart M. Tarshis
Stuart M. Tarshis is a lawyer practicing estate planning, criminal defense, real estate and 2 other areas of law.
Criminal Defense & More Attorney · Serving Forest Hills, NY · 53+ Years Experience
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About Stuart M. Tarshis at a Glance
Stuart M. Tarshis is a Member based in Forest Hills, New York, practicing at Tarshis & Hammerman L.L.P.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on trusts, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1973), U.S. Supreme Court (1979), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1994), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1994). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1972) and University of Bridgeport (B.A., 1967). Serves clients in Forest Hills, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stuart M. Tarshis
- Stuart M. Tarshis is a lawyer practicing estate planning, criminal defense, real estate and 2 other areas of law
- Stuart received a B.A. degree from University of Bridgeport in 1967, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Stuart practices at Tarshis & Hammerman L.L.P. in Forest Hills, NY
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Stuart M. Tarshis's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stuart M. Tarshis handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Forest Hills.
Trusts in Forest Hills
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Personal Injury in Forest Hills
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Stuart M. Tarshis is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New York →
Criminal Defense in Forest Hills
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Estate Planning & Probate in Forest Hills
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Stuart M. Tarshis is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New York →
Real Estate Law in Forest Hills
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Stuart M. Tarshis is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Forest Hills
Practicing law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Forest Hills are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New York state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New York brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New York courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Forest Hills Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Forest Hills-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Forest Hills Choose Stuart M. Tarshis
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Stuart M. Tarshis's practice in the field of trusts, personal injury, criminal defense, estate planning, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stuart M. Tarshis brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, U.S. Supreme Court, and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, Stuart M. Tarshis can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, personal injury, and criminal defense, Stuart M. Tarshis can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Forest Hills
A Forest Hills-based practice means Stuart M. Tarshis attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Stuart M. Tarshis Handles in Forest Hills
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Stuart M. Tarshis has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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