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Atty. David W. Platt

Atty. David W. Platt

David W. Platt is a lawyer.

New York New York 37 J. Erfahrung 37 year
Call (959) 777-3742 Book Appointment

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About David W. Platt at a glance

David W. Platt is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Shearman & Sterling LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Admitted to practice in England and Wales (1989), Hong Kong S.A.R (1995), and as foreign lawyer in Japan (2005). Educated at Cambridge University, (B.A., 1995). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • David W. Platt is a lawyer
  • David W. received a B.A. degree from Cambridge University, in 1995, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • David W. practices at Shearman & Sterling LLP in New York, NY and 1 other location

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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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David W. Platt's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Shearman & Sterling LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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David W. Platt has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
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David W. Platt earned their education at (B.A., 1995).
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Education

B.A.
Cambridge University,
- 1995

Bar Admissions

England and Wales
Admitted: 1989
Hong Kong S.A.R
Admitted: 1995
as foreign lawyer in Japan
Admitted: 2005

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