Atty. John Peter Amershadian

Atty. John Peter Amershadian

John Peter Amershadian is a lawyer practicing real estate and finance, financial markets and services, corporate and securities. John received a B.A. degree from Yale University, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Buffalo Buffalo 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About John Peter Amershadian at a glance

John Peter Amershadian is a President based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Hodgson Russ LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on business and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1977) and Florida (1978). Educated at Harvard University J.D. cum laude (—) and Yale University B.A. magna cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • John Peter Amershadian is a lawyer practicing real estate and finance, financial markets and services, corporate and securities
  • John received a B.A. degree from Yale University, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • John practices at Hodgson Russ LLP in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John Peter Amershadian's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Real Estate 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 Buffalo 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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Where is John Peter Amershadian's law office located?
John Peter Amershadian's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. The firm is Hodgson Russ LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Peter Amershadian handle?
John Peter Amershadian focuses on business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John Peter Amershadian practiced law?
John Peter Amershadian has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did John Peter Amershadian go to law school?
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What awards or recognition has John Peter Amershadian received?
John Peter Amershadian's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Harvard University J.D. cum laude
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Yale University B.A. magna cum laude
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1977
Florida
Admitted: 1978

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