Atty. Alan Vanpraag

Atty. Alan Vanpraag

Alan Vanpraag is a lawyer practicing admiralty, international, commercial and 3 other areas of law. Alan received a B.A. degree from Hunter College of the City University of New York in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years.

New York New York 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Alan Vanpraag at a glance

Alan Vanpraag is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Eaton & Van Winkle LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, adr, and maritime. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Ninth and Eleve (1972). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1971) and Hunter College of the City University of New York (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Director, 2000— Vice Chairman, East Coast Practice and Procedure Committee, 1984— Chairman: Bankruptcy Subcommittee, 1987— Committee Relating to International Organizations, Conventions and Standards, May 1, 2008 Chairman and Liaison to the U.S. Departmen, New York County Bar Association International Chamber of Commerce New York County Lawyers Association Maritime Law Association of the United States. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Alan Vanpraag is a lawyer practicing admiralty, international, commercial and 3 other areas of law
  • Alan received a B.A. degree from Hunter College of the City University of New York in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Alan practices at Eaton & Van Winkle LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Alan Vanpraag's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

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Maritime & Admiralty 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 Alan Vanpraag

Where is Alan Vanpraag's law office located?
Alan Vanpraag's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Eaton & Van Winkle LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alan Vanpraag handle?
Alan Vanpraag focuses on business, bankruptcy, litigation, adr, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Alan Vanpraag practiced law?
Alan Vanpraag has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Alan Vanpraag go to law school?
Alan Vanpraag earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Alan Vanpraag for a consultation?
You can contact Alan Vanpraag 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.
What awards or recognition has Alan Vanpraag received?
Alan Vanpraag's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1971
B.A.
Hunter College of the City University of New York
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Ninth and Eleve
Admitted: 1972

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