Atty. David H. Relkin

Atty. David H. Relkin

David H. Relkin is a seasoned attorney focusing on business and commercial litigation, arbitration, and collections in New York.

Manhasset Manhasset 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About David H. Relkin at a glance

David H. Relkin is a Managing Member based in Manhasset, New York, practicing at The Law Office of David H. Relkin. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1986), New York (1987), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York (1987), and U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1990). Educated at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University (J.D., 1986) and Northwestern University (B.A. Humanities, 1982). Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York New York State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Manhasset, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David H. Relkin is a seasoned attorney focusing on business and commercial litigation, arbitration, and collections in New York
  • With an impressive career trajectory, he has served as a partner at the renowned law firms of Kreindler & Relkin, P.C. and Duane Morris LLP, where he also acted as General Counsel for numerous financial institutions and factors
  • His diverse experience includes a stint at the New York County District Attorney's Office and serving as General Counsel for a multi-million-dollar importing company
  • David's unique skills extend beyond representation, as he actively contributes to the legal community by judging Yale's Mock Trial Competitions and the National Moot Court Competitions at the New York City Bar Association
  • He frequently lectures on arbitration, litigation, collections, and fraudulent conveyances, fields in which he has pioneered new legal principles
  • His numerous publications are a testament to his extensive knowledge and accomplishments, particularly in creditor's rights, international transactions, promissory notes and guarantees, documentary letters of credit, and reclaiming assets in bankruptcy cases
  • David's distinguished career and contributions solidify his reputation as a leading figure in commercial law

Practice Areas Explained

David H. Relkin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David H. Relkin 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

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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 Manhasset 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 H. Relkin

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

J.D.
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University
- 1986
B.A. Humanities
Northwestern University
- 1982

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1986
New York
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1990

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