Atty. James Robert Silkenat

Atty. James Robert Silkenat

James Robert Silkenat is a lawyer practicing corporate, banking & finance, mergers & acquisitions and 5 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Drury College in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.

New York New York 53 yrs experience 53 year
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About James Robert Silkenat at a glance

James Robert Silkenat is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Sullivan & Worcester LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, environmental, energy, and international. Admitted to practice in New York (1973) and District of Columbia (1981). Educated at New York University School of Law (LL.M. International, 1978) and Drury College (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Association of the Bar of the City of New York New York State, International and American Bar Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • James Robert Silkenat is a lawyer practicing corporate, banking & finance, mergers & acquisitions and 5 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Drury College in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • James practices at Sullivan & Worcester LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James Robert Silkenat's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Robert Silkenat 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

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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International Law

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

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Robert Silkenat

Where is James Robert Silkenat's law office located?
James Robert Silkenat's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Sullivan & Worcester LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Robert Silkenat handle?
James Robert Silkenat focuses on business, m&a, environmental, energy, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James Robert Silkenat practiced law?
James Robert Silkenat has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did James Robert Silkenat go to law school?
James Robert Silkenat earned their education at (LL.M. International, 1978); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact James Robert Silkenat for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Robert Silkenat received?
James Robert Silkenat's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. International
New York University School of Law
- 1978
B.A.
Drury College
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1973
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1981

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