Atty. Eric Wertheim
Eric Wertheim is a lawyer practicing litigation. Eric received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1980, and has been licensed for 38 years.
Litigation Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 38+ Years Experience
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About Eric Wertheim at a Glance
Eric Wertheim is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Val Mandel, P.C.. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1988), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1989), New Jersey (1996), and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1996). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1987) and State University of New York at Binghamton (B.A., 1980). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Eric Wertheim
- Eric Wertheim is a lawyer practicing litigation
- Eric received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1980, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Eric practices at Val Mandel, P.C. in New York, NY
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Eric Wertheim's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Eric Wertheim handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Wertheim
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 Wertheim's practice in the field of litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Eric Wertheim brings 38+ 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 New Jersey, Eric Wertheim can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Litigation Practice
Concentrating on litigation means Eric Wertheim's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Eric Wertheim 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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