Atty. Preet Bharara

Atty. Preet Bharara

Preet Bharara, a former United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York (SDNY), is a renowned and highly regarded lawyer who focuses on investigations and criminal litigation matters. Dubbed “one of the most consequential prosecutors in American history” by The New Yorker , Mr.

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About Preet Bharara at a glance

Preet Bharara is a criminal defense and white collar attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1993). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Preet Bharara, a former United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York (SDNY), is a renowned and highly regarded lawyer who focuses on investigations and criminal litigation matters
  • Dubbed “one of the most consequential prosecutors in American history” by The New Yorker, Mr. Bharara led some of the most significant criminal and civil litigations brought in the SDNY on behalf of the United States, leaving an indelible impact on the office
  • He is widely recognized as one of the most effective and transformative US Attorneys to ever lead the SDNY and one of the most credible voices in law enforcement

Practice Areas Explained

Preet Bharara's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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White Collar Crimes

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Preet Bharara's law office located?
Preet Bharara's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Preet Bharara handle?
Preet Bharara focuses on criminal defense, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Preet Bharara go to law school?
Preet Bharara earned their education at (J.D., 1993).
How can I contact Preet Bharara for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Preet Bharara received?
Preet Bharara's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University
- 1993

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2026

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