Atty. Jay A. Katz
Jay A. Katz is a lawyer practicing commercial, breach of contract, corporate & incorporation and 1 other area of law.
Breach of Contract & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 57+ Years Experience
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About Jay A. Katz at a Glance
Jay A. Katz is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on formation, contracts, employment, business, and breach of contract. Admitted to practice in New York (1969), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1975), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1976), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. Supreme Court (1979). Educated at George Washington University (J.D., 1967) and University of Rhode Island (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York New York State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Jay A. Katz
- Jay A. Katz is a lawyer practicing commercial, breach of contract, corporate & incorporation and 1 other area of law
- Jay received a B.A. degree from University of Rhode Island in 1964, and has been licensed for 57 years
- Jay practices at McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP in New York, NY
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Jay A. Katz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay A. Katz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business Formation in New York
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Contracts in New York
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Employment Law in New York
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Breach of Contract in New York
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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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Jay A. Katz
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Jay A. Katz's practice in the field of formation, contracts, employment, business, and breach of contract.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Jay A. Katz brings 57+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Jay A. Katz can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, contracts, and employment, Jay A. Katz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Jay A. Katz attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Jay A. Katz Handles in New York
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