Atty. David Edward Potter

Atty. David Edward Potter

David Edward Potter is a lawyer practicing commercial, employment & labor, general practice and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.A. degree from St.

New York New York 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About David Edward Potter at a glance

David Edward Potter is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Lazare Potter & Giacovas LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on employment and business. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1986), New York (1987), District of Columbia (1989), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1991). Educated at Albany Law School, Union University (J.D., 1986) and St. Lawrence University (B.A., 1982). Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York New York State Bar Association (Insurance Coverage Committee) New York County Lawyers' Association (Committee on Federal Courts) Defense Research Institute Professional Liability Underwriters Society. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Edward Potter is a lawyer practicing commercial, employment & labor, general practice and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from St. Lawrence University in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • David practices at Lazare Potter & Giacovas LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

David Edward Potter's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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Business & Corporate 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 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 David Edward Potter

Where is David Edward Potter's law office located?
David Edward Potter's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Lazare Potter & Giacovas LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Edward Potter handle?
David Edward Potter focuses on employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David Edward Potter practiced law?
David Edward Potter has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did David Edward Potter go to law school?
David Edward Potter earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact David Edward Potter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Albany Law School, Union University
- 1986
B.A.
St. Lawrence University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1986
New York
Admitted: 1987
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1991

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