Atty. James Coleman Freund

Atty. James Coleman Freund

James Coleman Freund is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, mediation, commercial. James received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1956, and has been licensed for 64 years.

New York New York 64 yrs experience 64 year
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Profile Summary

About James Coleman Freund at a glance

James Coleman Freund is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1962). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1962) and Princeton University (A.B., 1956). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Coleman Freund is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, mediation, commercial
  • James received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1956, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • James practices at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Coleman Freund's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Coleman Freund 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

James Coleman Freund is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in New York →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

James Coleman Freund is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New York →

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 James Coleman Freund

Where is James Coleman Freund's law office located?
James Coleman Freund's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Coleman Freund handle?
James Coleman Freund focuses on business, m&a, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Coleman Freund practiced law?
James Coleman Freund has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did James Coleman Freund go to law school?
James Coleman Freund earned their education at (LL.B., 1962); (A.B., 1956).
How can I contact James Coleman Freund for a consultation?
You can contact James Coleman Freund 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 James Coleman Freund received?
James Coleman Freund's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Harvard University
- 1962
A.B.
Princeton University
- 1956

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1962

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