Atty. Alexander L. Cheney

Atty. Alexander L. Cheney

Alexander L. Cheney is a lawyer practicing business law, litigation.

New York New York 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Alexander L. Cheney at a glance

Alexander L. Cheney is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on business and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (2008) and California (2014). Educated at Columbia University School of Law (J.D., 2007) and Boston College (B.A., 2002). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Alexander L. Cheney is a lawyer practicing business law, litigation
  • Alexander received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Alexander practices at Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Alexander L. Cheney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Alexander L. Cheney 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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Civil 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

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

Education

J.D.
Columbia University School of Law
- 2007
B.A.
Boston College
- 2002

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2008
California
Admitted: 2014

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