Atty. David Michael Einhorn
David Michael Einhorn is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, mergers & acquisitions, taxation. David received a B.B.A. degree from Bernard M.
Bankruptcy & Debt & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 49+ Years Experience
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About David Michael Einhorn at a Glance
David Michael Einhorn is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, tax, and m&a. Admitted to practice in New York (1977) and U.S. District Courts, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Claims Cou (1977). Educated at Fordham Law School (J.D. New, 1976) and Bernard M. Baruch College of the City University of New York (B.B.A., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York County, New York State and American (Member, Taxation Section) Bar Associations. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About David Michael Einhorn
- David Michael Einhorn is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, mergers & acquisitions, taxation
- David received a B.B.A. degree from Bernard M. Baruch College of the City University of New York in 1971, and has been licensed for 49 years
- David practices at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz in New York, NY
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David Michael Einhorn's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David Michael Einhorn handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Bankruptcy & Debt in New York
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
David Michael Einhorn is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in New York →
Tax Law in New York
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
David Michael Einhorn is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in New York →
Mergers & Acquisitions in New York
David Michael Einhorn is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in New York →
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.
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 Michael Einhorn
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 Michael Einhorn's practice in the field of bankruptcy, tax, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
David Michael Einhorn brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and U.S. District Courts, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Claims Cou, David Michael Einhorn can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering bankruptcy, tax, and m&a, David Michael Einhorn 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 Michael Einhorn 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 Michael Einhorn Handles in New York
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