Atty. Marlene J. Alva

Atty. Marlene J. Alva

Marlene J. Alva is a lawyer practicing investment management, capital markets, international law.

New York New York 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About Marlene J. Alva at a glance

Marlene J. Alva is a Senior Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on international. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Southern Districts of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1975). Educated at Columbia Law School (J.D., 1974) and Barnard College (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York American Bar Association American Society of International Law. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Marlene J. Alva is a lawyer practicing investment management, capital markets, international law
  • Marlene received a B.A. degree from Barnard College in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Marlene practices at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP in New York, NY

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Marlene J. Alva's Areas of Practice

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

International Law

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Where is Marlene J. Alva's law office located?
Marlene J. Alva's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Marlene J. Alva handle?
Marlene J. Alva focuses on international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Marlene J. Alva practiced law?
Marlene J. Alva has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Marlene J. Alva go to law school?
Marlene J. Alva earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1970).
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What awards or recognition has Marlene J. Alva received?
Marlene J. Alva's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Columbia Law School
- 1974
B.A.
Barnard College
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Southern Districts of New York U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1975

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