Atty. Erik John Risendal

Atty. Erik John Risendal

Erik John Risendal is a lawyer practicing litigation. Erik received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 2008, and has been licensed for 14 years.

New York New York 14 Years Experience 14 year
Call (332) 209-5396

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Erik John Risendal is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (2012). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 2011) and Wake Forest University (B.A., 2008). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Erik John Risendal is a lawyer practicing litigation
  • Erik received a B.A. degree from Wake Forest University in 2008, and has been licensed for 14 years
  • Erik practices at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Erik John Risendal's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Erik John Risendal handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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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Where is Erik John Risendal's law office located?
Erik John Risendal's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Erik John Risendal handle?
Erik John Risendal focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Erik John Risendal practiced law?
Erik John Risendal has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Erik John Risendal go to law school?
Erik John Risendal earned their education at (J.D., 2011); (B.A., 2008).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 2011
B.A.
Wake Forest University
- 2008

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2012

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