Atty. Donald James Hillmann

Atty. Donald James Hillmann

Donald James Hillmann is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, construction law, commercial transactions and 3 other areas of law. Donald received a B.A. degree from State University of New York, Plattsburgh in 2002, and has been licensed for 19 years.

Albany Albany 19 yrs experience 19 year
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Profile Summary

About Donald James Hillmann at a glance

Donald James Hillmann is a Partner based in Albany, New York, practicing at Couch White, LLP. They have 19+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2007. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, construction, litigation, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (2007), United States District Court for the Northern District of New York (2008), New York (2008), and United States District Court for the Southern District of New York (2012). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 2007) and State University of New York, Plattsburgh (B.A., 2002). Active member of Albany County and New York State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Donald James Hillmann is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, construction law, commercial transactions and 3 other areas of law
  • Donald received a B.A. degree from State University of New York, Plattsburgh in 2002, and has been licensed for 19 years
  • Donald practices at Couch White, LLP in Albany, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Donald James Hillmann's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Donald James Hillmann 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Construction Law

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Civil Litigation

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Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

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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 Albany 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 Donald James Hillmann

Where is Donald James Hillmann's law office located?
Donald James Hillmann's law practice is located in Albany, New York. The firm is Couch White, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Donald James Hillmann handle?
Donald James Hillmann focuses on business, real estate, construction, litigation, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Donald James Hillmann practiced law?
Donald James Hillmann has 19+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2007.
Where did Donald James Hillmann go to law school?
Donald James Hillmann earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A., 2002).
How can I contact Donald James Hillmann for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 2007
B.A.
State University of New York, Plattsburgh
- 2002

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 2007
United States District Court for the Northern District of New York
Admitted: 2008
New York
Admitted: 2008
United States District Court for the Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2012
United States District Court for the Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 2012

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