Atty. Warren S. Hecht

Atty. Warren S. Hecht

Admitted:1986, New York, New Jersey and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey; 1988, U.S.

Forest Hills Forest Hills 40 yrs experience 40 year
Call (917) 997-9103 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Warren S. Hecht at a glance

Warren S. Hecht is a Principal based in Forest Hills, New York, practicing at Warren S. Hecht. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, wrongful death, personal injury, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in New York (1986), New Jersey (1986), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1986), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1988). Educated at Yeshiva University (J.D., 1986) and Yeshiva University (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Queens County (Vice-Chair, Appellate Practice Committee) and New York State (Member, Committee on Courts of Appellate Jurisdiction) Bar Associations and Vice President Brandeis Association. Serands clients in Forest Hills, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Admitted:1986, New York, New Jersey and U.S
  • District Court, District of New Jersey
  • 1988, U.S
  • District Court, Eastern District of New York
  • 1994, U.S
  • District Court, Southern District of New York
  • 1995, U.S
  • Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
  • 1996, U.S
  • Supreme Court
  • 2008, U.S
  • Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
  • Over 200 reported Appellate Court decisions
  • Referee, Supreme Court
  • Civil Court, Small Claims Court Arbitrator

Speaker

  • "Differences in Procedure Between Civil and Criminal Appeals," New York State Bar Association, November, 2005 and 2007, 2009, 2011
  • President Queens Jewish Community Council, Board Member, Jewish Community Relations Council of New York

Practice Areas Explained

Warren S. Hecht's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Warren S. Hecht handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Probate

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Wrongful Death

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Personal Injury

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.

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Criminal Defense

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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Jurisdictional Context

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 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Warren S. Hecht

Where is Warren S. Hecht's law office located?
Warren S. Hecht's law practice is located in Forest Hills, New York. The firm is Warren S. Hecht. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Warren S. Hecht handle?
Warren S. Hecht focuses on trusts, probate, wrongful death, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Warren S. Hecht practiced law?
Warren S. Hecht has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Warren S. Hecht go to law school?
Warren S. Hecht earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Warren S. Hecht for a consultation?
You can contact Warren S. Hecht directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Warren S. Hecht received?
Warren S. Hecht's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Yeshiva University
- 1986
B.A.
Yeshiva University
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1986
New Jersey
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1994
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1996
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 2008

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