Atty. David L. Tillem

Atty. David L. Tillem

David L. Tillem is a lawyer practicing commercial, contracts & agreements, federal crime and 4 other areas of law.

White Plains White Plains 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About David L. Tillem at a glance

David L. Tillem is a Partner based in White Plains, New York, practicing at Wilson Elser. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, bankruptcy, federal crimes, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern, Southern and Western Districts of New York (1980). Educated at St. John's University School of Law (J.D., 1979) and Binghamton University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Memberships & Affiliations New York State Bar Association American Bankruptcy Institute Westchester County Bar Association. Serands clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David L. Tillem is a lawyer practicing commercial, contracts & agreements, federal crime and 4 other areas of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Binghamton University in 1973, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • David practices at Wilson Elser in White Plains, NY

Practice Areas Explained

David L. Tillem's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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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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Federal Crimes

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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 White Plains 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 L. Tillem

Where is David L. Tillem's law office located?
David L. Tillem's law practice is located in White Plains, New York. The firm is Wilson Elser. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David L. Tillem handle?
David L. Tillem focuses on contracts, business, bankruptcy, federal crimes, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David L. Tillem practiced law?
David L. Tillem has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did David L. Tillem go to law school?
David L. Tillem earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact David L. Tillem for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David L. Tillem received?
David L. Tillem's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
St. John's University School of Law
- 1979
B.A.
Binghamton University
- 1973

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern, Southern and Western Districts of New York
Admitted: 1980

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