Atty. James Kent Dreyfus

Atty. James Kent Dreyfus

James Kent Dreyfus is a lawyer practicing real estate, international law, tax and 4 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years.

New York New York 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About James Kent Dreyfus at a glance

James Kent Dreyfus is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Norton Rose Fulbright. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, tax, and international. Admitted to practice in New York (1974). Educated at Harvard University Law School (J.D., 1973) and Wesleyan University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Kent Dreyfus is a lawyer practicing real estate, international law, tax and 4 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Wesleyan University in 1969, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • James practices at Norton Rose Fulbright in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Kent Dreyfus's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Kent Dreyfus 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

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 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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Where is James Kent Dreyfus's law office located?
James Kent Dreyfus's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Norton Rose Fulbright. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Kent Dreyfus handle?
James Kent Dreyfus focuses on business, real estate, tax, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Kent Dreyfus practiced law?
James Kent Dreyfus has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did James Kent Dreyfus go to law school?
James Kent Dreyfus earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1969).
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What awards or recognition has James Kent Dreyfus received?
James Kent Dreyfus's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University Law School
- 1973
B.A.
Wesleyan University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1974

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