Atty. Derick W. Betts

Atty. Derick W. Betts

Derick W. Betts is a lawyer practicing limited liability company (llc), corporate finance, maritime and transportation finance and 2 other areas of law.

New York New York 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About Derick W. Betts at a glance

Derick W. Betts is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Seward And Kissel Llp. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on business, tax, m&a, and maritime. Admitted to practice in New York (1971). Educated at Cornell University School of Law (J.D. New, 1969) and Princeton University (A.B., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Derick W. Betts is a lawyer practicing limited liability company (llc), corporate finance, maritime and transportation finance and 2 other areas of law
  • Derick received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1965, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Derick practices at Seward & Kissel LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Derick W. Betts's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Derick W. Betts handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Maritime & Admiralty 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 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 Derick W. Betts

Where is Derick W. Betts's law office located?
Derick W. Betts's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Seward And Kissel Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Derick W. Betts handle?
Derick W. Betts focuses on business, tax, m&a, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Derick W. Betts practiced law?
Derick W. Betts has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Derick W. Betts go to law school?
Derick W. Betts earned their education at (J.D. New, 1969); (A.B., 1965).
How can I contact Derick W. Betts for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Derick W. Betts received?
Derick W. Betts's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. New
Cornell University School of Law
- 1969
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1971

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