Jonathan D. Kraut

Jonathan D. Kraut is a partner at the law firm Harfenist Kraut & Perlstein LLP, which has established offices in Lake Success and Purchase, New York. His professional practice is primarily concentrated in the following areas:

• Federal and state court litigation
• The Petroleum Marketing Practices Act (PMPA.)
• Real estate
• Land use

Throughout his career, Mr. Kraut has achieved a series of significant triumphs in trial and appellate litigation, including notable successes at the State of New York Court of Appeals. His proficiency has earned him a reputation as a stalwart advocate among entities in the real estate, construction, and petroleum distribution sectors, as well as within local government bodies. He also provides legal counsel to many esteemed institutions and high-profile families.

With over 20 years of experience representing municipal entities, Mr. Kraut profoundly comprehends the intricate interplay between private sector interests and governmental processes. Furthermore, his extensive legal acumen, covering both litigatory and transactional matters, positions him as an invaluable asset to his clients.

Mr. Kraut, an alumnus of Brooklyn Law School, attained his Juris Doctor in 1993. Admitted to the New York State Bar Association in 1994, he is qualified to practice law before the U.S. District Courts for the Southern, Eastern and Northern Districts of New York, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit and the Supreme Court of the United States. Before his legal education, he obtained his B.S. from the University of Maryland in 1987. During that time, he was distinguished as a member of the National Honor Society and recognized as a merit scholar.

In addition to his legal acumen, Mr. Kraut is an active member of the Federal Bar Council, the New York State Trial Lawyers Association and the American Bar Association. He has received numerous prestigious awards and is an appreciated speaker who delivers talks on various topics related to law and business.