$ 150-400 per hour
Since 1977, Jon Michael Probstein has been representing and assisting people and businesses in all matters, including public and private corporations, and his services have included public offerings, proxy fights, securities regulation, all phases of civil litigation, family law, estate law, guardianships, negotiation and drafting of a wide variety of agreements and transactions, in addition to general advice with regard to the customs and practices within various industries.
Jon graduated with honors from Syracuse University and St. John’s University School of Law, where he was an Editor of the St. John’s Law Review. Admitted to practice in New York and the federal courts (Southern and Eastern District), he worked at several firms on Wall Street and Park Avenue before opening his own firm in 1982 at 230 Park Avenue, concentrating in representing individuals and companies in the entertainment field.
In 2002, Jon expanded his practice with the Law Offices of Jon Michael Probstein to other areas including real estate, matrimonial and family law, corporate law and litigation. In addition, he serves as a Part 137 Arbitrator on attorney/client fee disputes and as an Arbitrator in District Court, Nassau County, as well as a mediator for Landlord/Tenant Disputes. A qualified Part 36 Guardian &, Attorney in Queens, Nassau and Suffolk Counties, he is also a registered attorney with the New York State Department of Labor for Unemployment Insurance claims. Jon regularly performs pro bono work for the Volunteer Lawyers Project - Nassau/Suffolk Law Services, Inc., The Safe Center (formerly the Nassau County Coalition Against Domestic Violence) and the Nassau County Bar Association, where he is also a member of the Lawyers Assistance Program Committee and the recipient of the 2015 Thomas Maligno Pro Bono Attorney of the Year award. Currently, he is President of the Levittown Chamber of Commerce and was recently sworn in for a three year term on the Arbitration Panel of the Eastern District Federal Court.
His office is located at 21 Turn Lane, Levittown, New York 11756 and by appointment only at 1225 Franklin Avenue, Suite 325, Garden City, New York 11530. By phone,
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$ 150-400 per hour
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21 Turn Lane, Levittown, NY, 11756
1225 Franklin Avenue, Suite 325, Garden City, NY, 11530
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Posted by Ke Cheng | September 8, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
Called me right away and gave me good advice even though he couldn't take the case. Thanks Jon!
Posted by Deborah | September 30, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
Mr. Probstein was very helpful and knowledgeable when answering my questions. He knew exactly what I needed to do to solve my problem and explained it without making me feel like I didn't know what I was doing.
Posted by anonymous | April 4, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
All I had was some legal questions and He answered them quick fast and very on time with it. If I lived in his area I would certainly give him a big hug and thank you gift. This man is the truth and I would recommend him to anyone!
Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Very prompt and helpful
Posted by Donna | February 4, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
Mr. Probstein called me quickly with the legal advice necessary in the instance a case may be brought against me as the landlord for tenant property damage from a malfunctioning sump pump. He made me aware of the rights of the landlord and the tenants and also what I need to do/look for as the landlo...
"The answers of Mr. Probstein are consistently accurate, full of analysis, and customized to the needs of the Avvo askers. These are exactly the qualities that every client would look for when hiring a lawyer."
"I endorse attorney Probstein. He is a very experienced attorney with precise knowledge of the Business Code and virtually all federal business statutes and provisions. His answers are exact, tailor-made, always supported by the Code and evidence. Great attorney!"
"I endorse this lawyer. Jon is a talented lawyer with deep and varied experience. He truly cares for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Pobstein is an outstanding attorney with an excellent reputation. He is strong and zealous advocate for his clients and a credit to the legal professin. I highly endorse him."
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2016
Certificate of Recognition, Town of Hempstead
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Access to Justice Top Provider, Nassau County Bar Association
2015
Thomas Maligno Pro Bono Attorney of the Year, Nassau County Bar Association
2015
Citation, Nassau County Office of the Executive
2012
Pro Bono Attorney of the Month, Nassau County Bar Association
2011
Certificate of Recognition, Nassau County Coalition Against Domestic Violence
2011
Citation, Nassau County Office of the Executive
2014 - Present
Part 137 Arbitrator, Supreme Court, Nassau County
2014 - Present
Mediator/Arbitrator, Various Courts
2008 - Present
Owner, Law Offices of Jon Michael Probstein
2008 - 2015
Special Counsel, Weiner & Butler
1988 - 2008
Partner, Probstein & Weiner
1982 - 1988
Partner, Probstein & Napolitano
1980 - 1982
Associate, Graubard, Moskovitz, McGoldrick, Dannett & Horovitz
1979 - 1980
Associate, Berman & Zivyak
1977 - 1979
Associate, Marchi, Jaffe, Cohen, Crystal & Mintz
1976 - 1977
Instructor Legal Research, Cardozo Law School
2012 - Present
Levittown Chamber of CommercePresident (2019-2020)
2009 - Present
Nassau County Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
Nassau County Bar Association, Lawyers Assistance CommitteeCommittee Member
1977 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1977 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
Judgment affirmed.
1976
JD - Juris Doctor
1973
BA - Bachelor of Arts
2016
Small Claims Court Procedure
2015
Lawyers Under Impairment
1975
English
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