Atty. Mark Alexander Lightner

Atty. Mark Alexander Lightner

Mark Alexander Lightner is a lawyer practicing appeals, bankruptcy, restructuring and 1 other area of law. Mark received a B.S. degree from Arizona State University in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years.

New York New York 18 yrs experience 18 year
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About Mark Alexander Lightner at a glance

Mark Alexander Lightner is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Arizona (2008) and New York (2009). Educated at Arizona State University (J.D., 2007) and Arizona State University (B.S., 2002). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mark Alexander Lightner is a lawyer practicing appeals, bankruptcy, restructuring and 1 other area of law
  • Mark received a B.S. degree from Arizona State University in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Mark practices at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Mark Alexander Lightner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mark Alexander Lightner handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Bankruptcy & Debt

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 New York 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 Mark Alexander Lightner

Where is Mark Alexander Lightner's law office located?
Mark Alexander Lightner's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mark Alexander Lightner handle?
Mark Alexander Lightner focuses on bankruptcy, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Mark Alexander Lightner practiced law?
Mark Alexander Lightner has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Mark Alexander Lightner go to law school?
Mark Alexander Lightner earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.S., 2002).
How can I contact Mark Alexander Lightner for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Arizona State University
- 2007
B.S.
Arizona State University
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Arizona
Admitted: 2008
New York
Admitted: 2009

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