Atty. Adam Seth Umanoff

Atty. Adam Seth Umanoff

Adam Seth Umanoff is a lawyer practicing global project finance, corporate, climate change and 4 other areas of law. Adam received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years.

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Profile Summary

About Adam Seth Umanoff at a glance

Adam Seth Umanoff is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, m&a, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in California (1983). Educated at Columbia University School of Law (J.D., 1983) and Cornell University (B.S., 1980). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association American Bar Association. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Adam Seth Umanoff is a lawyer practicing global project finance, corporate, climate change and 4 other areas of law
  • Adam received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Adam practices at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Adam Seth Umanoff's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Adam Seth Umanoff

Where is Adam Seth Umanoff's law office located?
Adam Seth Umanoff's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Adam Seth Umanoff handle?
Adam Seth Umanoff focuses on business, real estate, m&a, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Adam Seth Umanoff practiced law?
Adam Seth Umanoff has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Adam Seth Umanoff go to law school?
Adam Seth Umanoff earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (B.S., 1980).
How can I contact Adam Seth Umanoff for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Adam Seth Umanoff received?
Adam Seth Umanoff's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University School of Law
- 1983
B.S.
Cornell University
- 1980

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1983

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