Atty. Nathan D. VanWhy

Atty. Nathan D. VanWhy

Mr. VanWhy joined Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP in 2013 and is a Partner with the firm, where he represents and advises a diverse array of municipal, school, and business clients.

Binghamton Binghamton 15 Years Experience 15 year
Call (607) 723-9511

Profile Summary

About Nathan D. VanWhy at a glance

Nathan D. VanWhy is a Partner based in Binghamton, New York. They have 15+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2011. Their practice focuses on business and education. Admitted to practice in New York (2011). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 2010). Active member of Professional Associations •New York State Bar Association, Present •Broome County Bar Association, Present. Serves clients in Binghamton, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. VanWhy joined Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP in 2013 and is a Partner with the firm, where he represents and advises a diverse array of municipal, school, and business clients
  • He frequently advises municipal and school clients on borrowings, Article 78 proceedings, zoning and planning matters, open meetings and freedom of information issues, procurements, and capital construction projects, while for school clients, he also serves as special education counsel and as a student discipline hearing officer
  • For business clients, Mr. VanWhy has advised on sales and acquisitions and other business related transactions and agreements
  • Prior to joining Coughlin & Gerhart, Mr. VanWhy worked for two years as an associate for a respected Utica-based law firm, where he also provided legal advice and solutions to municipal and business clients
  • While in law school, Mr. VanWhy clerked for a respected Albany-based law firm, the New York State Bar Association, and the Albany County District Attorney's Office
  • Mr. VanWhy is a member of the Broome County Bar Association and the New York State Bar Association
  • Honors & Awards •Listed, Upstate New York Super Lawyers Rising Stars, 2017 & 2018 Leadership & Community Involvement •Board Member, Life is Washable, Inc

Practice Areas Explained

Nathan D. VanWhy's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Nathan D. VanWhy 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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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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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 Binghamton 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.

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Where is Nathan D. VanWhy's law office located?
Nathan D. VanWhy's law practice is located in Binghamton, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Nathan D. VanWhy focuses on business, education. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Nathan D. VanWhy practiced law?
Nathan D. VanWhy has 15+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2011.
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Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 2010

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2011

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