Atty. Douglas R. Davis

Atty. Douglas R. Davis

Douglas R. Davis is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and corporate reorganization, corporate finance, secured transactions.

New York New York 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Douglas R. Davis at a glance

Douglas R. Davis is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton And Garrison Llp. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, and chapter 11. Admitted to practice in New York (1980) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1997). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1979) and Harvard University (A.B., 1976). Active member of Association of the Bar of the City of New York American Bar Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Douglas R. Davis is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and corporate reorganization, corporate finance, secured transactions
  • Douglas R. received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Douglas R. practices at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Douglas R. Davis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Douglas R. Davis 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

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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 R. Davis

Where is Douglas R. Davis's law office located?
Douglas R. Davis's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton And Garrison Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Douglas R. Davis handle?
Douglas R. Davis focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Douglas R. Davis practiced law?
Douglas R. Davis has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Douglas R. Davis go to law school?
Douglas R. Davis earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (A.B., 1976).
How can I contact Douglas R. Davis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1979
A.B.
Harvard University
- 1976

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1997

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