Atty. Eric James Wedel

Atty. Eric James Wedel

Eric James Wedel is a lawyer practicing advertising, corporate, mergers & acquisitions and 1 other area of law. Eric received a B.A. degree from University of Arizona in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years.

New York New York 18 yrs experience 18 year
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About Eric James Wedel at a glance

Eric James Wedel is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (2008) and California (2024). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 2005) and University of Arizona (B.A., 2002). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Eric James Wedel is a lawyer practicing advertising, corporate, mergers & acquisitions and 1 other area of law
  • Eric received a B.A. degree from University of Arizona in 2002, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Eric practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Eric James Wedel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric James Wedel 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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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Eric James Wedel

Where is Eric James Wedel's law office located?
Eric James Wedel's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Kirkland & Ellis LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Eric James Wedel handle?
Eric James Wedel focuses on business, m&a, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Eric James Wedel practiced law?
Eric James Wedel has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Eric James Wedel go to law school?
Eric James Wedel earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A., 2002).
How can I contact Eric James Wedel for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 2005
B.A.
University of Arizona
- 2002

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2008
California
Admitted: 2024

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