Atty. Matthew Leeds Chivers

Atty. Matthew Leeds Chivers

Matthew Leeds Chivers is a lawyer practicing commercial, litigation, securities & investment fraud and 2 other areas of law. Matthew received a B.A. degree from Siena College, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Saratoga Springs Saratoga Springs 24 yrs experience 24 year
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About Matthew Leeds Chivers at a glance

Matthew Leeds Chivers is an Associate based in Saratoga Springs, New York, practicing at DeGraff, Foy & Kunz, LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on employment, business, m&a, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (2002) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (2002). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 2001) and Siena College B.A. English Siena College (English, 1994). Serands clients in Saratoga Springs, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew Leeds Chivers is a lawyer practicing commercial, litigation, securities & investment fraud and 2 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from Siena College, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Matthew practices at DeGraff, Foy & Kunz, LLP in Saratoga Springs, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew Leeds Chivers's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Saratoga Springs 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 Matthew Leeds Chivers

Where is Matthew Leeds Chivers's law office located?
Matthew Leeds Chivers's law practice is located in Saratoga Springs, New York. The firm is DeGraff, Foy & Kunz, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew Leeds Chivers handle?
Matthew Leeds Chivers focuses on employment, business, m&a, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Matthew Leeds Chivers practiced law?
Matthew Leeds Chivers has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Matthew Leeds Chivers go to law school?
Matthew Leeds Chivers earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (English, 1994).
How can I contact Matthew Leeds Chivers for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 2001
English
Siena College B.A. English Siena College
- 1994

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2002
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 2002

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