Atty. Alexander Simkin

Atty. Alexander Simkin

Alexander Simkin is a lawyer practicing appeals, constitutional, commercial litigation. Alexander received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 2003, and has been licensed for 19 years.

New York New York 19 Years Experience 19 year
Call (332) 252-0458

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About Alexander Simkin at a glance

Alexander Simkin is a Special Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, civil rights, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (2007) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New (2007). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 2006) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 2003). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Alexander Simkin is a lawyer practicing appeals, constitutional, commercial litigation
  • Alexander received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 2003, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Alexander practices at Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Alexander Simkin's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Appellate Practice

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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 venue, 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 Alexander Simkin

Where is Alexander Simkin's law office located?
Alexander Simkin's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Alexander Simkin handle?
Alexander Simkin focuses on business, litigation, civil rights, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Alexander Simkin practiced law?
Alexander Simkin has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Alexander Simkin go to law school?
Alexander Simkin earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.A., 2003).
How can I contact Alexander Simkin for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania Law School
- 2006
B.A.
University of Pennsylvania
- 2003

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2007
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New
Admitted: 2007

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