Atty. Chad Anthony Skinner

Atty. Chad Anthony Skinner

Chad Anthony Skinner is a lawyer practicing capital markets, securities & investment fraud, corporate and 2 other areas of law. Chad received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 28 yrs experience 28 year
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About Chad Anthony Skinner at a glance

Chad Anthony Skinner is a Member based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in New York (1998) and California (2000). Educated at The University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1997) and Duke University (B.A., 1994). Active member of Association of the Bar of the City of New York New York State Bar Association. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Chad Anthony Skinner is a lawyer practicing capital markets, securities & investment fraud, corporate and 2 other areas of law
  • Chad received a B.A. degree from Duke University in 1994, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Chad practices at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Chad Anthony Skinner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Chad Anthony Skinner 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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Securities Law

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Consumer Protection

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Palo Alto are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Chad Anthony Skinner

Where is Chad Anthony Skinner's law office located?
Chad Anthony Skinner's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Chad Anthony Skinner handle?
Chad Anthony Skinner focuses on business, m&a, securities, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Chad Anthony Skinner practiced law?
Chad Anthony Skinner has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Chad Anthony Skinner go to law school?
Chad Anthony Skinner earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Chad Anthony Skinner for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
The University of Michigan Law School
- 1997
B.A.
Duke University
- 1994

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1998
California
Admitted: 2000

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