Atty. Burton Lehman

Atty. Burton Lehman

Burton Lehman is a lawyer practicing business, real estate, mergers & acquisitions and 1 other area of law. Burton received a A.B. degree from Columbia University in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years.

New York New York 61 yrs experience 61 year
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Profile Summary

About Burton Lehman at a glance

Burton Lehman is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and m&a. Admitted to practice in New York (1965) and Florida (1976). Educated at Columbia University Law School (J.D., 1965) and Columbia University (A.B., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Burton Lehman is a lawyer practicing business, real estate, mergers & acquisitions and 1 other area of law
  • Burton received a A.B. degree from Columbia University in 1962, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • Burton practices at Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Burton Lehman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Burton Lehman 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 Burton Lehman

Where is Burton Lehman's law office located?
Burton Lehman's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Schulte Roth & Zabel LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Burton Lehman handle?
Burton Lehman focuses on business, real estate, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Burton Lehman practiced law?
Burton Lehman has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did Burton Lehman go to law school?
Burton Lehman earned their education at (J.D., 1965); (A.B., 1962).
How can I contact Burton Lehman for a consultation?
You can contact Burton Lehman 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 Burton Lehman received?
Burton Lehman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University Law School
- 1965
A.B.
Columbia University
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1965
Florida
Admitted: 1976

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