Atty. Chiraag Kumar

Atty. Chiraag Kumar

Chiraag Kumar is a lawyer practicing project finance, construction / development, energy and 1 other area of law. Chiraag received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years.

New York New York 17 Years Experience 17 year

Profile Summary

About Chiraag Kumar at a glance

Chiraag Kumar is a Managing Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on energy. Admitted to practice in New York (2009) and New Jersey (2014). Educated at Columbia Law School (J.D., 2008) and George Washington University (B.A., 2005). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Chiraag Kumar is a lawyer practicing project finance, construction / development, energy and 1 other area of law
  • Chiraag received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Chiraag practices at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Chiraag Kumar's Areas of Practice

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

Energy & Utilities Law

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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 venue, 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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Where is Chiraag Kumar's law office located?
Chiraag Kumar's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Chiraag Kumar handle?
Chiraag Kumar focuses on energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Chiraag Kumar practiced law?
Chiraag Kumar has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Chiraag Kumar go to law school?
Chiraag Kumar earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A., 2005).
How can I contact Chiraag Kumar for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Columbia Law School
- 2008
B.A.
George Washington University
- 2005

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2009
New Jersey
Admitted: 2014

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