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.
Complex Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 26+ Years Experience
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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
- 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
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Eric Brian Halper's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Brian Halper handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Criminal Defense in New York
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
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Class Action in New York
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White Collar Crimes in New York
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Securities Law in New York
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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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Eric Brian Halper
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Eric Brian Halper's practice in the field of criminal defense, business, class action, white collar, and securities.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Brian Halper brings 26+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Eric Brian Halper can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, business, and class action, Eric Brian Halper can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Eric Brian Halper attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Eric Brian Halper Handles in New York
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