Atty. John Jeffrey Hafer

Atty. John Jeffrey Hafer

John Jeffrey Hafer is a lawyer practicing general transactional, contractual and entertainment law, including music law and publishing and 6 other areas of law. John received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years.

New York New York 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About John Jeffrey Hafer at a glance

John Jeffrey Hafer is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Shukat Arrow Hafer Weber & Herbsman, L.L.P.. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on ip and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1978). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1977) and University of Notre Dame (B.B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Jeffrey Hafer is a lawyer practicing general transactional, contractual and entertainment law, including music law and publishing and 6 other areas of law
  • John received a B.B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame in 1974, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • John practices at Shukat Arrow Hafer Weber & Herbsman, L.L.P. in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John Jeffrey Hafer's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Jeffrey Hafer handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 John Jeffrey Hafer

Where is John Jeffrey Hafer's law office located?
John Jeffrey Hafer's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Shukat Arrow Hafer Weber & Herbsman, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Jeffrey Hafer handle?
John Jeffrey Hafer focuses on ip, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John Jeffrey Hafer practiced law?
John Jeffrey Hafer has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did John Jeffrey Hafer go to law school?
John Jeffrey Hafer earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.B.A., 1974).
How can I contact John Jeffrey Hafer for a consultation?
You can contact John Jeffrey Hafer 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 John Jeffrey Hafer received?
John Jeffrey Hafer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University
- 1977
B.B.A.
University of Notre Dame
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1978

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