Atty. Banks Brown

Atty. Banks Brown

Banks Brown is a lawyer practicing civil rights, ethics & professional responsibility, securities & investment fraud and 7 other areas of law. Banks received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.

New York New York 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Banks Brown at a glance

Banks Brown is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at McDermott Will & Emery LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on trusts, class action, securities, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1978). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1977) and Harvard University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State and American Bar Assns. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Banks Brown is a lawyer practicing civil rights, ethics & professional responsibility, securities & investment fraud and 7 other areas of law
  • Banks received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Banks practices at McDermott Will & Emery LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Banks Brown's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Class Action

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 Banks Brown

Where is Banks Brown's law office located?
Banks Brown's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is McDermott Will & Emery LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Banks Brown handle?
Banks Brown focuses on trusts, class action, securities, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Banks Brown practiced law?
Banks Brown has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Banks Brown go to law school?
Banks Brown earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Banks Brown for a consultation?
You can contact Banks Brown 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 Banks Brown received?
Banks Brown's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1977
B.A.
Harvard University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1978

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