Atty. Joseph S. Allerhand

Atty. Joseph S. Allerhand

Joseph S. Allerhand is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, business, bankruptcy & debt and 4 other areas of law.

New York New York 47 yrs experience 47 year
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About Joseph S. Allerhand at a glance

Joseph S. Allerhand is a Litigation Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, class action, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of (1979). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1978) and Columbia University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association Federal Bar Council. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joseph S. Allerhand is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, business, bankruptcy & debt and 4 other areas of law
  • Joseph received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Joseph practices at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Joseph S. Allerhand's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Joseph S. Allerhand 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Class Action

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joseph S. Allerhand

Where is Joseph S. Allerhand's law office located?
Joseph S. Allerhand's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joseph S. Allerhand handle?
Joseph S. Allerhand focuses on business, bankruptcy, class action, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Joseph S. Allerhand practiced law?
Joseph S. Allerhand has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Joseph S. Allerhand go to law school?
Joseph S. Allerhand earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Joseph S. Allerhand for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Joseph S. Allerhand received?
Joseph S. Allerhand's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1978
B.A.
Columbia University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of
Admitted: 1979

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