Atty. David H. Braff
David H. Braff is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, securities & investment fraud, investigations and 6 other areas of law.
Corporate & Incorporation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 41+ Years Experience
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About David H. Braff at a Glance
David H. Braff is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Sullivan And Cromwell Llp. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on formation, criminal defense, business, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1985). Educated at Ohio State University Moritz College of Law (J.D., 1984) and Cleveland State University (B.A., 1980). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David H. Braff
- David H. Braff is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, securities & investment fraud, investigations and 6 other areas of law
- David received a B.A. degree from Cleveland State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
- David practices at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
David H. Braff's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David H. Braff handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business Formation in New York
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Criminal Defense in New York
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Securities Law in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
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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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose David H. Braff
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish David H. Braff's practice in the field of formation, criminal defense, business, securities, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David H. Braff brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, criminal defense, and business, David H. Braff can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means David H. Braff attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues David H. Braff Handles in New York
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