Atty. James Alterbaum
James Alterbaum is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, corporate/m&a, accounting law practice and 3 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from University of Pennsylvania, The Wharton School in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.
Accounting Law Practice & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 48+ Years Experience
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About James Alterbaum at a Glance
James Alterbaum is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Moses & Singer LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on employment, m&a, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in New York (1978) and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1978). Educated at Yale Law School (J.D., 1977) and University of Pennsylvania, The Wharton School (B.S., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Alterbaum
- James Alterbaum is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, corporate/m&a, accounting law practice and 3 other areas of law
- James received a B.S. degree from University of Pennsylvania, The Wharton School in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
- James practices at Moses & Singer LLP in New York, NY
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James Alterbaum's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Alterbaum handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Employment Law in New York
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Mergers & Acquisitions in New York
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Securities Law in New York
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Consumer Protection in New York
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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 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose James Alterbaum
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Alterbaum's practice in the field of employment, m&a, securities, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Alterbaum brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit, James Alterbaum can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, m&a, and securities, James Alterbaum can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means James Alterbaum attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues James Alterbaum Handles in New York
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