Atty. Peter H. Durant

Atty. Peter H. Durant

Peter H. Durant is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, transportation, intellectual property and 1 other area of law.

Rochester Rochester 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Peter H. Durant at a glance

Peter H. Durant is a Partner based in Rochester, New York, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in New York (1980). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1980) and University of Rochester (M.B.A. Wabash, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Monroe County and New York State Bar Associations. Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Peter H. Durant is a lawyer practicing contracts & agreements, transportation, intellectual property and 1 other area of law
  • Peter received a M.B.A. degree from University of Rochester in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Peter practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Rochester, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Peter H. Durant's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Intellectual Property

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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 Rochester 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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Common questions about Peter H. Durant

Where is Peter H. Durant's law office located?
Peter H. Durant's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter H. Durant handle?
Peter H. Durant focuses on contracts, business, ip. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Peter H. Durant practiced law?
Peter H. Durant has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Peter H. Durant go to law school?
Peter H. Durant earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (M.B.A. Wabash, 1975).
How can I contact Peter H. Durant for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Peter H. Durant received?
Peter H. Durant's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1980
M.B.A. Wabash
University of Rochester
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1980

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