Atty. Douglas Kirk Mayer

Atty. Douglas Kirk Mayer

Mr. Douglas Kirk Mayer is a lawyer practicing litigation, restructuring and finance, civil rights and 2 other areas of law.

New York New York 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Douglas Kirk Mayer at a glance

Douglas Kirk Mayer is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on litigation, civil rights, elder law, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1987), U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (1987), U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York (1989), and District of Columbia (1990). Educated at Columbia Law School (J.D., 1986) and St. John's College, Annapolis (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Douglas Kirk Mayer is a lawyer practicing litigation, restructuring and finance, civil rights and 2 other areas of law
  • Douglas received a B.A. degree from St. John's College, Annapolis in 1976, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Douglas practices at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas Kirk Mayer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas Kirk Mayer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Elder Law

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Government & Administrative 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 Douglas Kirk Mayer

Where is Douglas Kirk Mayer's law office located?
Douglas Kirk Mayer's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas Kirk Mayer handle?
Douglas Kirk Mayer focuses on litigation, civil rights, elder law, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Douglas Kirk Mayer practiced law?
Douglas Kirk Mayer has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Douglas Kirk Mayer go to law school?
Douglas Kirk Mayer earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Douglas Kirk Mayer for a consultation?
You can contact Douglas Kirk Mayer directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Douglas Kirk Mayer received?
Douglas Kirk Mayer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Columbia Law School
- 1986
B.A.
St. John's College, Annapolis
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York
Admitted: 1989
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Wisconsin
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 2004
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second and Eighth Circuits
Admitted: 2006

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