Atty. Eric J Handler
Eric J Handler is a lawyer practicing corporate law and transactions, securities and finance, startups and small businesses and 1 other area of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 2001, and has been licensed for 20 years.
Corporate Law and Transactions & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 20+ Years Experience
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About Eric J Handler at a Glance
Eric J Handler is a business, securities, and litigation attorney based in New York, New York. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2006) and New York (2007). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 2005) and Rutgers University (B.A., 2001). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric J Handler
- Eric J Handler is a lawyer practicing corporate law and transactions, securities and finance, startups and small businesses and 1 other area of law
- Eric received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 2001, and has been licensed for 20 years
- Eric practices in New York, NY
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Eric J Handler's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric J Handler handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Securities Law in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
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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 J Handler
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 J Handler's practice in the field of business, securities, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric J Handler brings 20+ 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 Jersey and New York, Eric J Handler can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, securities, and litigation, Eric J Handler 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 J Handler attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Eric J Handler Handles in New York
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