Atty. David Thomas Archer

Atty. David Thomas Archer

David Thomas Archer is a lawyer practicing litigation, commercial, advertising and 1 other area of law. David received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Rochester Rochester 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About David Thomas Archer at a glance

David Thomas Archer is an Associate based in Rochester, New York, practicing at Harter Secrest & Emery LLP. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York United States District Court, Western District of New York (2007). Educated at SUNY Buffalo Law School (J.D., 2006) and Pennsylvania State University (B.A., 2001). Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David Thomas Archer is a lawyer practicing litigation, commercial, advertising and 1 other area of law
  • David received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 2001, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • David practices at Harter Secrest & Emery LLP in Rochester, NY

Practice Areas Explained

David Thomas Archer's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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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 Rochester 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 Thomas Archer

Where is David Thomas Archer's law office located?
David Thomas Archer's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. The firm is Harter Secrest & Emery LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Thomas Archer handle?
David Thomas Archer focuses on business, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David Thomas Archer practiced law?
David Thomas Archer has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did David Thomas Archer go to law school?
David Thomas Archer earned their education at (J.D., 2006); (B.A., 2001).
How can I contact David Thomas Archer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
SUNY Buffalo Law School
- 2006
B.A.
Pennsylvania State University
- 2001

Bar Admissions

New York United States District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 2007

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