Atty. Jay Charles Greenfield

Atty. Jay Charles Greenfield

Mr. Jay Charles Greenfield is a lawyer practicing capital markets, communications & media, compensation and 3 other areas of law.

New York New York 65 yrs experience 65 year
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Profile Summary

About Jay Charles Greenfield at a glance

Jay Charles Greenfield is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton And Garrison Llp. They have 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Their practice focuses on litigation, environmental, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1961), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1963), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1964), and U.S. Supreme Court (1966). Educated at Harvard University (LL.B., 1960) and Cornell University (A.B., 1954). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Chairman, Economics Committee, Antitrust Section, 1981-1984, The Association of the Bar of the City of New York American Bar Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Jay Charles Greenfield is a lawyer practicing capital markets, communications & media, compensation and 3 other areas of law
  • Jay received a A.B. degree from Cornell University in 1954, and has been licensed for 65 years
  • Jay practices at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Jay Charles Greenfield's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jay Charles Greenfield handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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Environmental Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jay Charles Greenfield

Where is Jay Charles Greenfield's law office located?
Jay Charles Greenfield's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton And Garrison Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jay Charles Greenfield handle?
Jay Charles Greenfield focuses on litigation, environmental, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Jay Charles Greenfield practiced law?
Jay Charles Greenfield has 65+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1961.
Where did Jay Charles Greenfield go to law school?
Jay Charles Greenfield earned their education at (LL.B., 1960); (A.B., 1954).
How can I contact Jay Charles Greenfield for a consultation?
You can contact Jay Charles Greenfield directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jay Charles Greenfield received?
Jay Charles Greenfield's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Harvard University
- 1960
A.B.
Cornell University
- 1954

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1961
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1963
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1964
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1966
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1984
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1990

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