Atty. Edward Sonnenschein

Atty. Edward Sonnenschein

Edward Sonnenschein is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, private equity. Edward received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

New York New York 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Edward Sonnenschein at a glance

Edward Sonnenschein is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Latham & Watkins LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business and m&a. Admitted to practice in Illinois (Inactive) (1979), District of Columbia (1980), California (1984), and New York (2007). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1979) and Harvard University (A.B., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Edward Sonnenschein is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, private equity
  • Edward received a A.B. degree from Harvard University in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Edward practices at Latham & Watkins LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Edward Sonnenschein's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Edward Sonnenschein 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Jurisdictional Context

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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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Where is Edward Sonnenschein's law office located?
Edward Sonnenschein's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Latham & Watkins LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Edward Sonnenschein handle?
Edward Sonnenschein focuses on business, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Edward Sonnenschein practiced law?
Edward Sonnenschein has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Edward Sonnenschein go to law school?
Edward Sonnenschein earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (A.B., 1976).
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What awards or recognition has Edward Sonnenschein received?
Edward Sonnenschein's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

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

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois (Inactive)
Admitted: 1979
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1980
California
Admitted: 1984
New York
Admitted: 2007

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