Robert Arenstein
Green Kaminer Min & Rockmore LLP • New York City, NY
DivorcePersonal InjuryTax
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Email
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Phone
212-235-1786
Address
New York City, NY, 10170, US
Professional
Bar Admissions
New York | New Jersey | Florida | District of Columbia
About
Robert Arenstein is a distinguished attorney based in New York City, specializing in personal injury law with an impressive four decades of legal experience. A graduate of St. John's University School of Law, where he earned his J.D. in 1972, Robert further honed his expertise in taxation through an LL.M. from New York University School of Law in 1976. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree, graduating cum laude from Ithaca College in 1968, and is a Certified Public Accountant in New York. Over the years, Robert has built a formidable reputation in the legal community, particularly in handling complex personal injury cases. His extensive experience includes representing clients in trial and appellate courts across New York and dealing with intricate matters involving international law, including nearly 400 cases under the Hague Convention. As a respected member of multiple professional organizations, Robert has served as a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers and the International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, where he has held leadership positions such as Secretary and Vice President. His contributions to the legal field are underscored by his role as an expert witness before various U.S. congressional committees and his consultancy for the U.S. State Department on issues relating to child abduction. Robert’s commitment to legal excellence and advocacy for his clients makes him a trusted choice for those seeking knowledgeable representation in personal injury cases.
About Divorce Law
Divorce attorneys guide couples through the legal process of ending their marriage. They handle property division, custody, support, and other divorce-related matters. Common matters include contested divorce, uncontested divorce, property division, alimony.
Credentials
Education
St. John's University School of Law, 1972 | J.D. | New York University School of Law, New York, New York, 1976 | LL.M. | Major: Taxation | Ithaca College, 1968 | B.S. | Honors: cum laude | Certified Public Accountant, New York, 1973
Recognition & Involvement
Associations
American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, 1999 - Present (Secretary) | International Academy of Family Lawyers (Secretary Delegate) | American Bar Association (Council Member (1996-99; 1985-91)) | American Bar Association, 1991 - Present (International Law and Procedures) | American Bar Association, 1989 - Present (Federal Legislation & Procedures, Chairman/Member) | American Bar Association, 1992 - Present (Federal Task Force on Legislation, Vice Chair/Member) | American Bar Association, 1995 - 1996 (Parliamentarian) | American Bar Association, 1993 - 1996 (Liaison to International Child Abduction Project) | American Bar Association, 1992 - 1994 (Bankruptcy Committee, Co-Chairman) | American Bar Association, 1991 - 1994 (Advisory Committee) | American Bar Association (By-Laws Committee, Chairman (1990-91; 1982-84)) | American Bar Association, 1985 - 1994 (Law and the Fifty States) | American Bar Association, 1987 - 1990 (Scope & Correlations Committee, Chairman/Member) | American Bar Association, 1987 - 1988 (Ad hoc Committee on Surrogacy) | American Bar Association, 1987 - Present (Family Law Quarterly, Editorial Board) | American Bar Association, 1986 (Research Committee Member, Chairman) | American Bar Association, 1985 - 1986 (Annual Meeting Coordination Committee, Member) | American Bar Association, 1982 - 1986 (Policy & Procedures Handbook Committee, Member) | American Bar Association, 1983 - 1985 (Membership, Chairman) | American Bar Association, 1981 - 1985 (Interstate/Federal Support Laws & Procedures Committee, Chairman) | American Bar Association, 1980 - 1982 (Divorce Laws and Procedures Committee, Vice Chairman) | American Bar Association, 1977 - 1980 (Alimony, Support and Maintenance Committee) | American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - New York Chapter, 1984 - Present (Fellow) | American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - New York Chapter, 1994 - Present (Kidnapping Committee, Chairman/Member) | American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - New York Chapter, 1986 - 1998 (Meeting Committee, Chairman) | American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - New York Chapter, 1991 - 1998 (Legislation Committee, Member) | American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - New York Chapter (Parliamentarian (1991-92; 1995-96)) | American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - New York Chapter, 1994 - 1995 (National Budget and Finance Committee, Member) | American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - New York Chapter, 1990 - 1991 (National Legislation Committee, Co-Chairman) | American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - New York Chapter, 1986 (Committee on Surrogate Parenting, Chairman) | American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - New York Chapter (Board of Managers, (1986-90) (1993-1996) (1999-2002)) | American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers - New York Chapter, 1985 (Specialization Committee) | International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, 2010 - Present (American Chapter , Vice President) | International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, 1996 - Present (American Chapter, Board of Managers) | International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, 1994 - 1995 (American Chapter, Secretary) | International Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, 2006 - 2008 (Counsel to the President) | New York State Bar Association, 1995 - 1998 (International Custody Committee, Chairman) | New York State Bar Association, 1979 - 2009 (Executive Committee) | New York State Bar Association, 1985 - 1991 (Annual Meeting, Program Chairman) | New York State Bar Association, 1986 - 1987 (Committee on Surrogate Parenting, Co-Chairman) | New York State Bar Association, 1985 (Young Lawyers Section, Program Chairman) | New York State Bar Association, 1979 - 1985 (Long Range Planning, Family Law Section, Chairman) | New York State Bar Association, 1979 - 1982 (Executive Committee, Young Lawyers Section, Liaison) | New York State Bar Association, 2006 - Present (At Large Delegate) | New Jersey Bar Association, 1983 - 1984 (Specialization Committee Member, Co-Chairman) | New Jersey Bar Association, 1984 (Legislation Committee)
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