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Atty. Bertrand C. Sellier

Atty. Bertrand C. Sellier

“I view my practice as assisting clients with solving problems, and litigation as a last, but often necessary resort.” Randy is of counsel to the firm, and his practice is concentrated on commercial and employment litigation and advice. Randy began his legal career with Cleary, Gottlieb, Steen & Hamilton.

New York New York 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Bertrand C. Sellier at a glance

Bertrand C. Sellier is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Rottenberg Lipman Rich, P.C.. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, business, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1982), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1986). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1981) and Columbia School of International Affairs (M.I.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • “I view my practice as assisting clients with solving problems, and litigation as a last, but often necessary resort.” Randy is of counsel to the firm, and his practice is concentrated on commercial and employment litigation and advice
  • Randy began his legal career with Cleary, Gottlieb, Steen & Hamilton
  • In 1985, he joined Stein, Zauderer, Ellenhorn, Friedman & Kaplan and became a partner in a successor firm in 1987
  • In 2003, Randy joined Proskauer Rose as a litigation partner, where he spent seven years
  • Randy is currently an adjunct professor at Fordham University School of Law, teaching Professional Responsibility: Civil Litigation Seminar
  • During his career, Randy has been involved in a wide range of litigations, arbitrations, and mediations, including matters involving contracts, securities, employment, non-competition agreements, partnerships, product liability, international commercial disputes and professional liability
  • He has extensive experience in alternative dispute resolution, both on behalf of clients and as a mediator
  • Randy has written numerous articles for the New York Law Journal and other publications on a variety of subjects
  • He has been recognized as AV Preeminent Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
  • Recent cases include Randy’s successful representation of: • A group of former senior executives in an action to enforce their severance agreement. • A major non-profit corporation in an action concerning its right to reimbursement for certain pension payments. • A leading investment fund manager in connection with his departure from his employer. • A Russian businessman against claims arising out of real estate transactions in Moscow. • An air freight company against claims concerning the return of military equipment from Afghanistan. • Bondholders in class actions against the Republic of Argentina. • An international distributor of heart stents in a contract dispute with a manufacturer. • An international bank against claims by former executives. • A prominent international law firm in an action involving alleged malpractice. • A medical school against discrimination claims asserted by a former student. • A hedge fund in the enforcement of a partnership agreement against a departing partner. • Several contract actions arising out of the business of a telecommunication company
  • Randy received his B.A. degree, cum laude, from Wesleyan University and an M.I.A. degree, cum laude, from the Columbia School of International Affairs
  • He received his J.D., cum laude, from New York University School of Law, where he received the John Norton Pomeroy Prize for academic excellence and was a member of the New York University Law Review and the Order of the Coif
  • Randy served as the mayor of the Village of Pelham Manor (2013-2015) and as a Trustee (2007-2013)
  • He has handled numerous pro bono matters and was one of the principal lawyers in a major election law case on behalf of the Ohio League of Women Voters
  • He is also active in bar associations and serves as a mediator in the Southern District of New York and the New York State Court Commercial Division

Practice Areas Explained

Bertrand C. Sellier's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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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

Common questions about Bertrand C. Sellier

Where is Bertrand C. Sellier's law office located?
Bertrand C. Sellier's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Rottenberg Lipman Rich, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bertrand C. Sellier handle?
Bertrand C. Sellier focuses on contracts, employment, business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Bertrand C. Sellier practiced law?
Bertrand C. Sellier has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Bertrand C. Sellier go to law school?
Bertrand C. Sellier earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (M.I.A., 1978).
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What awards or recognition has Bertrand C. Sellier received?
Bertrand C. Sellier's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 1981
M.I.A.
Columbia School of International Affairs
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1986

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