Atty. John Cornelius

Atty. John Cornelius

John Cornelius is a lawyer. John received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1997, and has been licensed for 17 years.

New York New York 17 Years Experience 17 year
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About John Cornelius at a glance

John Cornelius is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (2009), New York (2010), and Virginia (2017). Educated at University of Wisconsin Law School (J.D., 2009) and University of Minnesota (B.A. University, 1997). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Cornelius is a lawyer
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of Minnesota in 1997, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • John practices at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP in New York, NY

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.

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Where is John Cornelius's law office located?
John Cornelius's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has John Cornelius practiced law?
John Cornelius has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
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John Cornelius earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A. University, 1997).
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Education

J.D.
University of Wisconsin Law School
- 2009
B.A. University
University of Minnesota
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 2009
New York
Admitted: 2010
Virginia
Admitted: 2017

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