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Atty. Peter C. Hein

Atty. Peter C. Hein

Peter C. Hein is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, appeals, litigation.

New York New York 50 yrs experience 50 year
Call (646) 797-2069 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Peter C. Hein at a glance

Peter C. Hein is a Partner based in New York, New York, practforg at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz. They haand 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Admitted to practice in New York (1976), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1976), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1976), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1982). Educated at Columbia Law School (J.D., 1975) and University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York New York State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

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  • Peter C. Hein is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, appeals, litigation
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee in 1972, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Peter practices at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz in New York, NY

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

Practforg law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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 Peter C. Hein's law office located?
Peter C. Hein's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Peter C. Hein practiced law?
Peter C. Hein has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Peter C. Hein go to law school?
Peter C. Hein earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Peter C. Hein for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter C. Hein receiandd?
Peter C. Hein's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Columbia Law School
- 1975
B.A.
University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit and U.S. Court of Claims
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1993
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 2000

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