Atty. Francois M. Chateau

Atty. Francois M. Chateau

Francois M. Chateau is a lawyer practicing corporate, international venture capital, intellectual property & technology and 6 other areas of law.

New York New York 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Francois M. Chateau at a glance

Francois M. Chateau is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Salans LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, ip, and m&a. Admitted to practice in Paris, France (1982) and New York (1989). Educated at New York University School of Law (LL.M. University, 1982) and University of Paris II - Pantheon Assas Class of 1980 (—). Active member of Association of the Bar of the City of New York International Bar Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Francois M. Chateau is a lawyer practicing corporate, international venture capital, intellectual property & technology and 6 other areas of law
  • Francois received a degree from University of Paris II - Pantheon Assas in 1980, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Francois practices at Salans LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Francois M. Chateau's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Francois M. Chateau handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Francois M. Chateau

Where is Francois M. Chateau's law office located?
Francois M. Chateau's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Salans LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Francois M. Chateau handle?
Francois M. Chateau focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, ip, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Francois M. Chateau practiced law?
Francois M. Chateau has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Francois M. Chateau go to law school?
Francois M. Chateau earned their education at (LL.M. University, 1982); (—).
How can I contact Francois M. Chateau for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. University
New York University School of Law
- 1982
University of Paris II - Pantheon Assas Class of 1980
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Paris, France
Admitted: 1982
New York
Admitted: 1989

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