Atty. Jacob E. Amir

Atty. Jacob E. Amir

Jacob E. Amir is a lawyer practicing appeals, business, commercial and 3 other areas of law.

White Plains White Plains 30 Years Experience 30 year
Call (917) 920-4645

Profile Summary

About Jacob E. Amir at a glance

Jacob E. Amir is an Associate based in White Plains, New York. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, ip, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1996), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1998), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1999), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (2005). Educated at Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University (J.D. Moot, 1995) and New York University (B.A., 1990). Active member of Westchester County and New York State Bar Associations. Serves clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jacob E. Amir is a lawyer practicing appeals, business, commercial and 3 other areas of law
  • Jacob received a B.A. degree from New York University in 1990, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Jacob practices in White Plains, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Jacob E. Amir's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jacob E. Amir 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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Real Estate Law

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Intellectual Property

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 White Plains 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jacob E. Amir

Where is Jacob E. Amir's law office located?
Jacob E. Amir's law practice is located in White Plains, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jacob E. Amir handle?
Jacob E. Amir focuses on business, real estate, ip, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Jacob E. Amir practiced law?
Jacob E. Amir has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Jacob E. Amir go to law school?
Jacob E. Amir earned their education at (J.D. Moot, 1995); (B.A., 1990).
How can I contact Jacob E. Amir for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Moot
Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law, Yeshiva University
- 1995
B.A.
New York University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1999
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 2005

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