Atty. Peter H. Blessing

Atty. Peter H. Blessing

Peter H. Blessing is a lawyer practicing international law, tax, intellectual property.

New York New York 48 Years Experience 48 year
Call (301) 450-0704

Profile Summary

About Peter H. Blessing at a glance

Peter H. Blessing is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Shearman & Sterling LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on ip, tax, and international. Admitted to practice in New York (1978). Educated at Columbia University (J.D. New, 1977) and Princeton University (B.A., 1973). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Peter H. Blessing is a lawyer practicing international law, tax, intellectual property
  • Peter received a B.A. degree from Princeton University in 1973, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Peter practices at Shearman & Sterling LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Peter H. Blessing's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter H. Blessing handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter H. Blessing

Where is Peter H. Blessing's law office located?
Peter H. Blessing's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Shearman & Sterling LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter H. Blessing handle?
Peter H. Blessing focuses on ip, tax, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Peter H. Blessing practiced law?
Peter H. Blessing has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Peter H. Blessing go to law school?
Peter H. Blessing earned their education at (J.D. New, 1977); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Peter H. Blessing for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. New
Columbia University
- 1977
B.A.
Princeton University
- 1973

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1978

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