Atty. William T. Schiffman

Atty. William T. Schiffman

Mr. William T.

Chestnut Ridge Chestnut Ridge 51 yrs experience 51 year
Call (845) 576-1774 Book Appointment

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About William T. Schiffman at a glance

William T. Schiffman is an Associate based in Chestnut Ridge, New York, practicing at Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1975), Texas (1976), Georgia (1980), and New Jersey (1982). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1974) and Brooklyn College of the City University of New York (B.A. University, 1970). Serands clients in Chestnut Ridge, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. William T. Schiffman is a lawyer practicing litigation including securities and employment class action, complex contested divorce and family law, general commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • William practices at Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C. in Chestnut Ridge, NY and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

William T. Schiffman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William T. Schiffman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

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Commercial Real Estate

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Civil Litigation

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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 Chestnut Ridge 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 William T. Schiffman

Where is William T. Schiffman's law office located?
William T. Schiffman's law practice is located in Chestnut Ridge, New York. The firm is Kantrowitz, Goldhamer & Graifman, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William T. Schiffman handle?
William T. Schiffman focuses on business, real estate, commercial re, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has William T. Schiffman practiced law?
William T. Schiffman has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did William T. Schiffman go to law school?
William T. Schiffman earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A. University, 1970).
How can I contact William T. Schiffman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1974
B.A. University
Brooklyn College of the City University of New York
- 1970

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1975
Texas
Admitted: 1976
Georgia
Admitted: 1980
New Jersey
Admitted: 1982

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