Atty. Gerard E. Harper

Atty. Gerard E. Harper

Mr. Gerard E.

New York New York 46 yrs experience 46 year
Call (212) 257-3482 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Gerard E. Harper at a glance

Gerard E. Harper is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton And Garrison Llp. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on m&a, litigation, appellate, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1980), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1980), U.S. Supreme Court (1986), and District of Columbia (1989). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1978) and Rutgers College (A.B., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Gerard E. Harper is a lawyer practicing appeals, antitrust & trade law, creditors' litigation and 5 other areas of law
  • Gerard received a A.B. degree from Rutgers College in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Gerard practices at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Gerard E. Harper's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerard E. Harper handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Mergers & Acquisitions

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 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 Gerard E. Harper

Where is Gerard E. Harper's law office located?
Gerard E. Harper's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton And Garrison Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerard E. Harper handle?
Gerard E. Harper focuses on m&a, litigation, appellate, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Gerard E. Harper practiced law?
Gerard E. Harper has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Gerard E. Harper go to law school?
Gerard E. Harper earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (A.B., 1975).
How can I contact Gerard E. Harper for a consultation?
You can contact Gerard E. Harper directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Gerard E. Harper received?
Gerard E. Harper's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1978
A.B.
Rutgers College
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1980
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1986
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1991

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