Atty. Nicholas Michael Bessette

Atty. Nicholas Michael Bessette

Nicholas Michael Bessette is a lawyer. Nicholas received a B.A. degree from University of Texas in 2011, and has been licensed for 8 years.

New York New York 8 yrs experience 8 year
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About Nicholas Michael Bessette at a glance

Nicholas Michael Bessette is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP. They have 8+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2018. Admitted to practice in New York (2018) and Tennessee (2020). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 2017) and University of Texas (B.A., 2011). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Nicholas Michael Bessette is a lawyer
  • Nicholas received a B.A. degree from University of Texas in 2011, and has been licensed for 8 years
  • Nicholas practices at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP in New York, NY

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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Where is Nicholas Michael Bessette's law office located?
Nicholas Michael Bessette's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Debevoise & Plimpton LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Nicholas Michael Bessette has 8+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2018.
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Nicholas Michael Bessette earned their education at (J.D., 2017); (B.A., 2011).
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 2017
B.A.
University of Texas
- 2011

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2018
Tennessee
Admitted: 2020

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