Atty. Patrick J. Somers

Atty. Patrick J. Somers

Patrick J. Somers is a lawyer practicing litigation, appeals, corporate / incorporation.

New York New York 18 yrs experience 18 year
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About Patrick J. Somers at a glance

Patrick J. Somers is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton And Garrison Llp. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on formation, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2008) and California (2017). Educated at Columbia University Law School J.D. (—) and Emory University B.A. (—). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Patrick J. Somers is a lawyer practicing litigation, appeals, corporate / incorporation
  • Patrick received a B.A. degree from Emory University, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Patrick practices at Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Patrick J. Somers's Areas of Practice

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

Business Formation

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Patrick J. Somers's law office located?
Patrick J. Somers's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton And Garrison Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Patrick J. Somers handle?
Patrick J. Somers focuses on formation, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Patrick J. Somers practiced law?
Patrick J. Somers has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
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Education

Columbia University Law School J.D.
- In Progress
Emory University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2008
California
Admitted: 2017

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