Atty. Adam Jay Wasserman

Atty. Adam Jay Wasserman

Adam Jay Wasserman is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, criminal defense, class action and 10 other areas of law. Adam received a B.A. degree from Pomona College, and has been licensed for 27 years.

New York New York 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Adam Jay Wasserman at a glance

Adam Jay Wasserman is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Dechert LLP. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, class action, white collar, and securities. Admitted to practice in New York (1999), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (2000), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (2000). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1997) and Pomona College B.A. magna cum laude Pomona College B.A. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Adam Jay Wasserman is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, criminal defense, class action and 10 other areas of law
  • Adam received a B.A. degree from Pomona College, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Adam practices at Dechert LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Adam Jay Wasserman's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Class Action

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White Collar Crimes

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Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Adam Jay Wasserman

Where is Adam Jay Wasserman's law office located?
Adam Jay Wasserman's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Dechert LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Adam Jay Wasserman handle?
Adam Jay Wasserman focuses on criminal defense, business, class action, white collar, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Adam Jay Wasserman practiced law?
Adam Jay Wasserman has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Adam Jay Wasserman go to law school?
Adam Jay Wasserman earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (—).
How can I contact Adam Jay Wasserman for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Adam Jay Wasserman received?
Adam Jay Wasserman's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1997
Pomona College B.A. magna cum laude Pomona College B.A. Phi Beta Kappa
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Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 2000

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