Atty. Hal Neier

Atty. Hal Neier

Hal Neier is a lawyer practicing complex and multi-district litigation, securities litigation, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law. Hal received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.

New York New York 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Hal Neier at a glance

Hal Neier is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Friedman Kaplan Seiler & Adelman LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on estate planning, employment, business, class action, and estate litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1987), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1989), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1989), and U.S. Supreme Court (1997). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1986) and Yale University (B.A., 1982). Active member of New York City Bar. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Hal Neier is a lawyer practicing complex and multi-district litigation, securities litigation, commercial litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • Hal received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Hal practices at Friedman Kaplan Seiler & Adelman LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Hal Neier's Areas of Practice

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

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Class Action

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Estate & Trust 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 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 Hal Neier

Where is Hal Neier's law office located?
Hal Neier's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Friedman Kaplan Seiler & Adelman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Hal Neier handle?
Hal Neier focuses on estate planning, employment, business, class action, estate litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Hal Neier practiced law?
Hal Neier has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Hal Neier go to law school?
Hal Neier earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Hal Neier for a consultation?
You can contact Hal Neier directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1986
B.A.
Yale University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas
Admitted: 2000

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