Atty. Allen Finkelson

Atty. Allen Finkelson

Allen Finkelson is a lawyer practicing corporate, mergers and acquisitions. Allen received a B.A. degree from St.

New York New York 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About Allen Finkelson at a glance

Allen Finkelson is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business and m&a. Admitted to practice in New York (1972). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1971) and St. Lawrence University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Allen Finkelson is a lawyer practicing corporate, mergers and acquisitions
  • Allen received a B.A. degree from St. Lawrence University in 1968, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Allen practices at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Allen Finkelson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Allen Finkelson 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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

Common questions about Allen Finkelson

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

Education

J.D.
Columbia University
- 1971
B.A.
St. Lawrence University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1972

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