Atty. Julia Keyes Cowles

Atty. Julia Keyes Cowles

Julia Keyes Cowles is a lawyer practicing corporate banking law, capital markets, mergers and acquisitions and 6 other areas of law. Julia received a A.B. degree from Hamilton College in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Redwood City Redwood City 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Julia Keyes Cowles at a glance

Julia Keyes Cowles is a Partner based in Redwood City, California, practicing at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business, tax, m&a, securities, and adoption. Admitted to practice in New York (1990), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1990), and California (2006). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1989) and Hamilton College (A.B., 1984). Serands clients in Redwood City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Julia Keyes Cowles is a lawyer practicing corporate banking law, capital markets, mergers and acquisitions and 6 other areas of law
  • Julia received a A.B. degree from Hamilton College in 1984, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Julia practices at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP in Redwood City, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Julia Keyes Cowles's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Julia Keyes Cowles 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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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Adoption

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Redwood City are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California 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 California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Julia Keyes Cowles

Where is Julia Keyes Cowles's law office located?
Julia Keyes Cowles's law practice is located in Redwood City, California. The firm is Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Julia Keyes Cowles handle?
Julia Keyes Cowles focuses on business, tax, m&a, securities, adoption. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Julia Keyes Cowles practiced law?
Julia Keyes Cowles has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Julia Keyes Cowles go to law school?
Julia Keyes Cowles earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (A.B., 1984).
How can I contact Julia Keyes Cowles for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 1989
A.B.
Hamilton College
- 1984

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1990
California
Admitted: 2006

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