Atty. David Robert Gelfand

Atty. David Robert Gelfand

Mr. David Robert Gelfand is a lawyer practicing litigation, appeals, bankruptcy / chapter 11.

New York New York 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About David Robert Gelfand at a glance

David Robert Gelfand is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Milbank LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, chapter 11, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1988) and District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern (1990). Educated at Vanderbilt University School of Law (J.D., 1987) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1984). Active member of Federal Bar Council. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. David Robert Gelfand is a lawyer practicing litigation, appeals, bankruptcy / chapter 11
  • David received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • David practices at Milbank LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

David Robert Gelfand's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Robert Gelfand

Where is David Robert Gelfand's law office located?
David Robert Gelfand's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Milbank LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Robert Gelfand handle?
David Robert Gelfand focuses on bankruptcy, chapter 11, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David Robert Gelfand practiced law?
David Robert Gelfand has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did David Robert Gelfand go to law school?
David Robert Gelfand earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact David Robert Gelfand for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Vanderbilt University School of Law
- 1987
B.A.
Vanderbilt University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1988
District of Columbia U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern
Admitted: 1990

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