Atty. Lawrence Rutkowski
Lawrence Rutkowski is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, equipment finance and leasing, energy & utilities and 7 other areas of law. Lawrence received a B.A. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Energy / Utilities & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 47+ Years Experience
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About Lawrence Rutkowski at a Glance
Lawrence Rutkowski is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Seward And Kissel Llp. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, maritime, and energy. Admitted to practice in New York (1979). Educated at Columbia Law School (J.D., 1978) and College of the Holy Cross (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Lawrence Rutkowski
- Lawrence Rutkowski is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, equipment finance and leasing, energy & utilities and 7 other areas of law
- Lawrence received a B.A. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Lawrence practices at Seward & Kissel LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Lawrence Rutkowski's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence Rutkowski handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in New York
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Maritime & Admiralty Law in New York
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
Lawrence Rutkowski is one of 11,459 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in New York →
Energy & Utilities Law in New York
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Lawrence Rutkowski
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Lawrence Rutkowski's practice in the field of business, m&a, maritime, and energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Lawrence Rutkowski brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and maritime, Lawrence Rutkowski can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Lawrence Rutkowski attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Lawrence Rutkowski Handles in New York
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Lawrence Rutkowski directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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