Atty. Richard D. Kalson

Atty. Richard D. Kalson

Richard D. Kalson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and Litigation - Construction.

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Profile Summary

About Richard D. Kalson at a glance

Richard D. Kalson is a business, construction, and litigation attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Cozen O'Connor. Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1993). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Richard D. Kalson is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Litigation, Construction Law and Litigation - Construction
  • Richard D., who practices law in New York, New York, has been recognized since 2022
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Richard D. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Richard D. Kalson's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard D. Kalson 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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Construction Law

Richard D. Kalson is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in New York →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard D. Kalson

Where is Richard D. Kalson's law office located?
Richard D. Kalson's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Cozen O'Connor. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard D. Kalson handle?
Richard D. Kalson focuses on business, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Richard D. Kalson go to law school?
Richard D. Kalson earned their education at (J.D., 1993).
How can I contact Richard D. Kalson for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Richard D. Kalson received?
Richard D. Kalson's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction.

Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1993

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction
- 2026

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