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Atty. James Michael Cotter

Atty. James Michael Cotter

James Michael Cotter is a lawyer practicing corporate, mergers and acquisitions. James received a A.B. degree from Fairfield University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years.

New York New York 59 Years Experience 59 year
Call (646) 797-2069

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About James Michael Cotter at a glance

James Michael Cotter is a Retired Partner based in New York, New York, practforg at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. They haand 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Admitted to practice in New York (1967). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1967) and Fairfield University (A.B., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

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  • James Michael Cotter is a lawyer practicing corporate, mergers and acquisitions
  • James received a A.B. degree from Fairfield University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
  • James practices at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in New York, NY

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Practforg law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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 Michael Cotter's law office located?
James Michael Cotter's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has James Michael Cotter practiced law?
James Michael Cotter has 59+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1967.
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James Michael Cotter earned their education at (J.D., 1967); (A.B., 1964).
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James Michael Cotter's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1967
A.B.
Fairfield University
- 1964

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1967

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