Atty. Charles J. Hecht

Atty. Charles J. Hecht

Charles J. Hecht is a lawyer practicing derivative litigation, securities litigation, securities industry disputes and 3 other areas of law.

New York New York 61 yrs experience 61 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles J. Hecht at a glance

Charles J. Hecht is a business, securities, and litigation attorney based in New York, New York. They have 61+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1965. Admitted to practice in New York (1965), U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York (1971), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1975), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1979). Educated at Cornell Law School (J.D., 1963) and Cornell University (B.A. Liberal, 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of AFFILIATIONS Community Mr, Hecht was a Sculptor in Residence Pickled Art Institute-Beijing, China, from 2004 to 2011 and has exhibited in major museums and galleries in China, Germany, studios currently in Beijing, China, and Pratt Institute, Spain and the United States, and He is also a recognized artist with studios in Brooklyn and Beijing. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Charles J. Hecht is a lawyer practicing derivative litigation, securities litigation, securities industry disputes and 3 other areas of law
  • Charles received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1961, and has been licensed for 61 years
  • Charles practices in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Charles J. Hecht's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles J. Hecht 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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Securities 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 Charles J. Hecht

Where is Charles J. Hecht's law office located?
Charles J. Hecht's law practice is located in New York, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles J. Hecht handle?
Charles J. Hecht focuses on business, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Charles J. Hecht practiced law?
Charles J. Hecht has 61+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1965.
Where did Charles J. Hecht go to law school?
Charles J. Hecht earned their education at (J.D., 1963); (B.A. Liberal, 1961).
How can I contact Charles J. Hecht for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Charles J. Hecht received?
Charles J. Hecht's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Cornell Law School
- 1963
B.A. Liberal
Cornell University
- 1961

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1965
U.S. Supreme Court and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1979
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, District of Arizona U.S. Court of A
Admitted: 1994

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