Atty. Benjamin Franklin Stapleton

Atty. Benjamin Franklin Stapleton

Benjamin Franklin Stapleton is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions. Benjamin received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1965, and has been licensed for 54 years.

New York New York 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About Benjamin Franklin Stapleton at a glance

Benjamin Franklin Stapleton is a Senior Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Sullivan And Cromwell Llp. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on m&a. Admitted to practice in New York (1972). Educated at Yale Law School (LL.B., 1969) and Harvard University (A.B., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Benjamin Franklin Stapleton is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions
  • Benjamin received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1965, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Benjamin practices at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Benjamin Franklin Stapleton's Areas of Practice

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

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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Common questions about Benjamin Franklin Stapleton

Where is Benjamin Franklin Stapleton's law office located?
Benjamin Franklin Stapleton's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Sullivan And Cromwell Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Benjamin Franklin Stapleton handle?
Benjamin Franklin Stapleton focuses on m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Benjamin Franklin Stapleton practiced law?
Benjamin Franklin Stapleton has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Benjamin Franklin Stapleton go to law school?
Benjamin Franklin Stapleton earned their education at (LL.B., 1969); (A.B., 1965).
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What awards or recognition has Benjamin Franklin Stapleton received?
Benjamin Franklin Stapleton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

LL.B.
Yale Law School
- 1969
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1972

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