Atty. John Walter White

Atty. John Walter White

John Walter White is a lawyer practicing corporate, public companies, corporate governance matters and 3 other areas of law. John received a B.S. degree from University of Virginia in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.

New York New York 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About John Walter White at a glance

John Walter White is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business. Admitted to practice in New York (1974). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1973) and University of Virginia (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York New York State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Walter White is a lawyer practicing corporate, public companies, corporate governance matters and 3 other areas of law
  • John received a B.S. degree from University of Virginia in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John practices at Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John Walter White's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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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Common questions about John Walter White

Where is John Walter White's law office located?
John Walter White's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Cravath, Swaine & Moore LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Walter White handle?
John Walter White focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John Walter White practiced law?
John Walter White has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John Walter White go to law school?
John Walter White earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.S., 1970).
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What awards or recognition has John Walter White received?
John Walter White's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 1973
B.S.
University of Virginia
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1974

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