Atty. Paul James Devlin
Paul James Devlin is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, mergers & acquisitions, private equity and 4 other areas of law. Paul received a degree from Harvard Law School in 2006, and has been licensed for 21 years.
Corporate & Incorporation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 21+ Years Experience
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About Paul James Devlin at a Glance
Paul James Devlin is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Richards Kibbe And Orbe Llp. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on formation, criminal defense, business, m&a, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of (2005). Educated at Harvard Law School (Visiting Researcher, 2006) and Harvard Law School (LL.M. Visiting, 2003). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Paul James Devlin
- Paul James Devlin is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, mergers & acquisitions, private equity and 4 other areas of law
- Paul received a degree from Harvard Law School in 2006, and has been licensed for 21 years
- Paul practices at Richards Kibbe & Orbe LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Paul James Devlin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul James Devlin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business Formation in New York
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Criminal Defense in New York
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
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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 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Paul James Devlin
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Paul James Devlin's practice in the field of formation, criminal defense, business, m&a, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Paul James Devlin brings 21+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, criminal defense, and business, Paul James Devlin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Paul James Devlin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Paul James Devlin Handles in New York
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