Atty. Eric Brian Halper

Atty. Eric Brian Halper

Eric Brian Halper is a lawyer practicing white collar crime, complex commercial litigation, securities litigation and 4 other areas of law. Eric received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years.

New York New York 26 Years Experience 26 year
Call (917) 920-3954

Profile Summary

About Eric Brian Halper at a glance

Eric Brian Halper is a Principal based in New York, New York, practicing at McKool Smith. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, class action, white collar, and securities. Admitted to practice in New York (2000), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2000), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (2000), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (2005). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1999) and Duke University (A.B., 1996). Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York Federal Bar Council. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Eric Brian Halper is a lawyer practicing white collar crime, complex commercial litigation, securities litigation and 4 other areas of law
  • Eric received a A.B. degree from Duke University in 1996, and has been licensed for 26 years
  • Eric practices at McKool Smith in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Eric Brian Halper's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Brian Halper handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Class Action

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White Collar Crimes

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Securities 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 venue, 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 Eric Brian Halper

Where is Eric Brian Halper's law office located?
Eric Brian Halper's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is McKool Smith. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric Brian Halper handle?
Eric Brian Halper focuses on criminal defense, business, class action, white collar, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Eric Brian Halper practiced law?
Eric Brian Halper has 26+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2000.
Where did Eric Brian Halper go to law school?
Eric Brian Halper earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (A.B., 1996).
How can I contact Eric Brian Halper for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1999
A.B.
Duke University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 2005

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