Atty. Derek Chan
Derek Chan is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense, securities offerings. Derek received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1990, and has been licensed for 29 years.
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Derek Chan is a Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Lankler Siffert & Wohl LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Texas (1997) and New York (2006). Educated at University of Texas Law School (J.D., 1997) and Northwestern University (B.A., 1990). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Derek Chan is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense, securities offerings
- Derek received a B.A. degree from Northwestern University in 1990, and has been licensed for 29 years
- Derek practices at Lankler Siffert & Wohl LLP in New York, NY
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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.
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