Atty. Leo Chang

Atty. Leo Chang

Leo Chang is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, financial markets and services, corporate & incorporation and 2 other areas of law. Leo received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years.

New York New York 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Leo Chang at a glance

Leo Chang is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Watson, Farley & Williams LLP. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on formation, business, and maritime. Admitted to practice in New York (1979), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1979), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1979). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1978) and Pennsylvania State University (B.A., 1973). Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Leo Chang is a lawyer practicing admiralty & maritime, financial markets and services, corporate & incorporation and 2 other areas of law
  • Leo received a B.A. degree from Pennsylvania State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Leo practices at Watson, Farley & Williams LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Leo Chang's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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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 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 Leo Chang

Where is Leo Chang's law office located?
Leo Chang's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Watson, Farley & Williams LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leo Chang handle?
Leo Chang focuses on formation, business, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Leo Chang practiced law?
Leo Chang has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Leo Chang go to law school?
Leo Chang earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Leo Chang for a consultation?
You can contact Leo Chang directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University
- 1978
B.A.
Pennsylvania State University
- 1973

Bar Admissions

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

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