Atty. John Bashir Tehan
John Bashir Tehan is a lawyer practicing appeals, securities & investment fraud, corporate and 1 other area of law. John received a A.B. degree from Le Moyne College in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Appeals & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 52+ Years Experience
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About John Bashir Tehan at a Glance
John Bashir Tehan is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, securities, consumer, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1974) and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals Second Cir (1974). Educated at Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law (J.D., 1973) and Le Moyne College (A.B., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About John Bashir Tehan
- John Bashir Tehan is a lawyer practicing appeals, securities & investment fraud, corporate and 1 other area of law
- John received a A.B. degree from Le Moyne College in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
- John practices at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in New York, NY
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John Bashir Tehan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Bashir Tehan 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
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Securities Law in New York
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Appellate Practice in New York
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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 Bashir Tehan
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 Bashir Tehan's practice in the field of business, securities, consumer, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
John Bashir Tehan brings 52+ 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 and U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals Second Cir, John Bashir Tehan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, securities, and consumer, John Bashir Tehan 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 Bashir Tehan 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 Bashir Tehan Handles in New York
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