Atty. Philip Jay Wilker

Atty. Philip Jay Wilker

Philip Jay Wilker is a lawyer practicing complex commercial litigation, arbitration, reinsurance. Philip received a B.A. degree from Fordham College in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years.

New York New York 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About Philip Jay Wilker at a glance

Philip Jay Wilker is a Princ. Law Clerk based in New York, New York. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1969), U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, U.S. Court of Appeals, Second and F (1971), and California (1972). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1969) and Fordham College (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Philip Jay Wilker is a lawyer practicing complex commercial litigation, arbitration, reinsurance
  • Philip received a B.A. degree from Fordham College in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Philip practices in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Philip Jay Wilker's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip Jay Wilker handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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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 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 Philip Jay Wilker's law office located?
Philip Jay Wilker's law practice is located in New York, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip Jay Wilker handle?
Philip Jay Wilker focuses on business, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Philip Jay Wilker practiced law?
Philip Jay Wilker has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Philip Jay Wilker go to law school?
Philip Jay Wilker earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact Philip Jay Wilker for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Philip Jay Wilker received?
Philip Jay Wilker's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 1969
B.A.
Fordham College
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York, U.S. Court of Appeals, Second and F
Admitted: 1971
California
Admitted: 1972

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