Atty. James W. Quinn

Atty. James W. Quinn

James W. Quinn is a lawyer practicing securities / investment fraud, lawsuits / disputes, complex commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law.

New York New York 54 yrs experience 54 year
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About James W. Quinn at a glance

James W. Quinn is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business, ip, class action, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of (1972). Educated at Fordham University (LL.B., 1971) and University of Notre Dame (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • James W. Quinn is a lawyer practicing securities / investment fraud, lawsuits / disputes, complex commercial litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • James practices at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

James W. Quinn's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James W. Quinn 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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Class Action

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 W. Quinn

Where is James W. Quinn's law office located?
James W. Quinn's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James W. Quinn handle?
James W. Quinn focuses on business, ip, class action, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has James W. Quinn practiced law?
James W. Quinn has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did James W. Quinn go to law school?
James W. Quinn earned their education at (LL.B., 1971); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact James W. Quinn for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James W. Quinn received?
James W. Quinn's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Fordham University
- 1971
B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of
Admitted: 1972

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