Atty. Richard A. Langer

Atty. Richard A. Langer

Richard primarily practices in the general business law area with an emphasis on taxation. He has wide-ranging experience in legal issues facing businesses includes: organizing corporations, limited liability companies, purchasing and selling businesses, leveraged buy-out transactions, financing arrangements, capital raising, venture capital, leasing and leveraged leasing, reorganizations/restructurings, shareholder agreements and disputes, qualified pension/profit sharing plans, ESOPs, and executive compensation plans.

Albany Albany 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard A. Langer at a glance

Richard A. Langer is an Of Counsel based in Albany, New York, practicing at Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on trusts and business. Admitted to practice in New York (1972). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1971) and University of Rochester (A.B., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard primarily practices in the general business law area with an emphasis on taxation
  • He has wide-ranging experience in legal issues facing businesses includes: organizing corporations, limited liability companies, purchasing and selling businesses, leveraged buy-out transactions, financing arrangements, capital raising, venture capital, leasing and leveraged leasing, reorganizations/restructurings, shareholder agreements and disputes, qualified pension/profit sharing plans, ESOPs, and executive compensation plans
  • Mr. Langer represents clients in disputes with federal and state taxing authorities
  • Mr. Langer also engages in estate and management succession planning, particularly involving interests in closely-held businesses
  • Background/Education Mr. Langer graduated from New York University School of Law receiving his Master of Laws degree
  • Mr. Langer received his Juris Doctor from Albany Law School of Union University, graduating cum laude and Bachelor of Arts from University of Rochester
  • Professional/Community Mr. Langer was an Adjunct Professor of Law at Albany Law School from 1975-1999, where he taught courses in business planning and corporate taxation

Practice Areas Explained

Richard A. Langer's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and 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 Albany 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard A. Langer

Where is Richard A. Langer's law office located?
Richard A. Langer's law practice is located in Albany, New York. The firm is Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard A. Langer handle?
Richard A. Langer focuses on trusts, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Richard A. Langer practiced law?
Richard A. Langer has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Richard A. Langer go to law school?
Richard A. Langer earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (A.B., 1967).
How can I contact Richard A. Langer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard A. Langer received?
Richard A. Langer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1971
A.B.
University of Rochester
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1972

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