Atty. Gerard S. Difiore

Atty. Gerard S. Difiore

Gerard S. Difiore is a lawyer practicing energy & natural resources, investment management, securities / investment fraud and 15 other areas of law.

New York New York 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Gerard S. Difiore at a glance

Gerard S. Difiore is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Reed Smith LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, consumer, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1985), New Jersey (1988), and New York (1989). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M. Suffolk, 1986) and University of Vermont (B.A. Economics, 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Gerard S. Difiore is a lawyer practicing energy & natural resources, investment management, securities / investment fraud and 15 other areas of law
  • Gerard received a B.A. degree from University of Vermont in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Gerard practices at Reed Smith LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Gerard S. Difiore's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerard S. Difiore 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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Consumer Protection

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Environmental 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

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Where is Gerard S. Difiore's law office located?
Gerard S. Difiore's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Reed Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Gerard S. Difiore handle?
Gerard S. Difiore focuses on business, m&a, securities, consumer, environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Gerard S. Difiore practiced law?
Gerard S. Difiore has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Gerard S. Difiore go to law school?
Gerard S. Difiore earned their education at (LL.M. Suffolk, 1986); (B.A. Economics, 1981).
How can I contact Gerard S. Difiore for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Gerard S. Difiore received?
Gerard S. Difiore's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Suffolk
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1986
B.A. Economics
University of Vermont
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1985
New Jersey
Admitted: 1988
New York
Admitted: 1989

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