Atty. Nicholas Stephen Gatto

Atty. Nicholas Stephen Gatto

Nicholas Stephen Gatto is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, corporate & incorporation, mergers & acquisitions and 5 other areas of law. Nicholas received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.

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About Nicholas Stephen Gatto at a glance

Nicholas Stephen Gatto is a Senior Counsel based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Harter Secrest & Emery LLP. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on formation, business, bankruptcy, and m&a. Admitted to practice in New York (1986), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1986), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1988). Educated at Cornell Law School (J.D., 1985) and State University of New York at Binghamton (B.A., 1982). Active member of New York City Bar. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Nicholas Stephen Gatto is a lawyer practicing financial markets and services, corporate & incorporation, mergers & acquisitions and 5 other areas of law
  • Nicholas received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Binghamton in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Nicholas practices at Harter Secrest & Emery LLP in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Nicholas Stephen Gatto's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Nicholas Stephen Gatto 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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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 Buffalo 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 Nicholas Stephen Gatto

Where is Nicholas Stephen Gatto's law office located?
Nicholas Stephen Gatto's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. The firm is Harter Secrest & Emery LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Nicholas Stephen Gatto handle?
Nicholas Stephen Gatto focuses on formation, business, bankruptcy, m&a. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Nicholas Stephen Gatto practiced law?
Nicholas Stephen Gatto has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Nicholas Stephen Gatto go to law school?
Nicholas Stephen Gatto earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1982).
How can I contact Nicholas Stephen Gatto for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Cornell Law School
- 1985
B.A.
State University of New York at Binghamton
- 1982

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1988

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