Atty. John Augustine Borek
John Augustine Borek is a lawyer practicing commercial, appeals, litigation and 4 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from St.
Appeals & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 44+ Years Experience
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About John Augustine Borek at a Glance
John Augustine Borek is a Special Counsel, Managing Attorney, Litigation based in New York, New York, practicing at Fried Frank Harris Shriver And Jacobson Llp. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York United States Supreme Court United States Courts of Appeals for the Federal, Second and Ele (1982). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 1981) and St. John's University (B.A., 1978). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Augustine Borek
- John Augustine Borek is a lawyer practicing commercial, appeals, litigation and 4 other areas of law
- John received a B.A. degree from St. John's University in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
- John practices at Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
John Augustine Borek's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Augustine Borek handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
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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Mergers & Acquisitions in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
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Mediation & Arbitration in New York
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
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Appellate Practice in New York
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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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 John Augustine Borek
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 John Augustine Borek's practice in the field of business, m&a, litigation, adr, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Augustine Borek brings 44+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and litigation, John Augustine Borek 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 John Augustine Borek 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 John Augustine Borek Handles in New York
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