Atty. Richard A. Silfen

Atty. Richard A. Silfen

Richard A. Silfen is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, business, corporate and securities and 2 other areas of law.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard A. Silfen at a glance

Richard A. Silfen is a Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Duane Morris LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in Florida (1988) and Pennsylvania (1992). Educated at The University of Alabama School of Law (J.D., 1987) and Baylor University (B.A. Physics, 1983). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Professional Activities •Adjunct Professor, Drexel University Thomas R and Kline School of Law, Private Equity and Venture Capital Law, 2017-present. Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Richard A. Silfen is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, business, corporate and securities and 2 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from Baylor University in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Richard practices at Duane Morris LLP in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard A. Silfen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard A. Silfen 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

Richard A. Silfen is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Securities Law

Richard A. Silfen is one of 64,529 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in Pennsylvania →

Consumer Protection

Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard A. Silfen

Where is Richard A. Silfen's law office located?
Richard A. Silfen's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is Duane Morris LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard A. Silfen handle?
Richard A. Silfen focuses on business, m&a, securities, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Richard A. Silfen practiced law?
Richard A. Silfen has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Richard A. Silfen go to law school?
Richard A. Silfen earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A. Physics, 1983).
How can I contact Richard A. Silfen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard A. Silfen received?
Richard A. Silfen's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
The University of Alabama School of Law
- 1987
B.A. Physics
Baylor University
- 1983

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1988
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1992

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