Atty. Frederick Jordan Knecht

Atty. Frederick Jordan Knecht

Frederick Jordan Knecht is a lawyer practicing securities offerings, international law, corporate and 3 other areas of law. Frederick received a degree from Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years.

New York New York 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Frederick Jordan Knecht at a glance

Frederick Jordan Knecht is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Covington & Burling LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, and international. Admitted to practice in New York (1988). Educated at Stanford Law School (J.D. Stanford, 1987) and Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy (Tufts University, 1984). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Frederick Jordan Knecht is a lawyer practicing securities offerings, international law, corporate and 3 other areas of law
  • Frederick received a degree from Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Frederick practices at Covington & Burling LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Frederick Jordan Knecht's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Frederick Jordan Knecht 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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Securities Law

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International Law

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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 Frederick Jordan Knecht

Where is Frederick Jordan Knecht's law office located?
Frederick Jordan Knecht's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Covington & Burling LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Frederick Jordan Knecht handle?
Frederick Jordan Knecht focuses on business, m&a, securities, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Frederick Jordan Knecht practiced law?
Frederick Jordan Knecht has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Frederick Jordan Knecht go to law school?
Frederick Jordan Knecht earned their education at (J.D. Stanford, 1987); (Tufts University, 1984).
How can I contact Frederick Jordan Knecht for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Stanford
Stanford Law School
- 1987
Tufts University
Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy
- 1984

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1988

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