Atty. Sylvan Jay Schaffer
Sylvan Jay Schaffer is a lawyer practicing disability, leave and health management, workplace safety and health, family and 3 other areas of law. Sylvan received a B.A. degree from Yeshiva University, and has been licensed for 44 years.
Disability, Leave And Health Management & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 44+ Years Experience
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About Sylvan Jay Schaffer at a Glance
Sylvan Jay Schaffer is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Jackson Lewis P.C.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on family law, employment, ssd, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in New York (1982), New York - S.D. N.Y (1985), and New York - E.D. N.Y (1985). Educated at Columbia University (J.D. Columbia, 1981) and Yeshiva University B.A. Yeshiva University (B.S. American, 1974). Active member of Professional Associations and Activities •Nassau County Bar Association •New York State Bar Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Sylvan Jay Schaffer
- Sylvan Jay Schaffer is a lawyer practicing disability, leave and health management, workplace safety and health, family and 3 other areas of law
- Sylvan received a B.A. degree from Yeshiva University, and has been licensed for 44 years
- Sylvan practices at Jackson Lewis P.C. in New York, NY
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Sylvan Jay Schaffer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sylvan Jay Schaffer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Family Law in New York
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Employment Law in New York
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Social Security Disability in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
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Health Care Law in New York
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Why Local Counsel Matters in New York
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 New York 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose Sylvan Jay Schaffer
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 Sylvan Jay Schaffer's practice in the field of family law, employment, ssd, litigation, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Sylvan Jay Schaffer brings 44+ 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, New York - S.D. N.Y, and New York - E.D. N.Y, Sylvan Jay Schaffer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering family law, employment, and ssd, Sylvan Jay Schaffer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Sylvan Jay Schaffer 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 Sylvan Jay Schaffer Handles in New York
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