Atty. Richard Michael Durrer

Atty. Richard Michael Durrer

Richard Michael Durrer is a lawyer practicing residential, advertising, global finance and 5 other areas of law. Richard received a degree from William & Mary, and has been licensed for 38 years.

New York New York 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard Michael Durrer at a glance

Richard Michael Durrer is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on securities and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1988). Educated at College of William & Mary Law School (J.D., 1987) and William & Mary Boston College (M.A. Duke, 1979). Active member of Association of the Bar of the City of New York American Bar Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard Michael Durrer is a lawyer practicing residential, advertising, global finance and 5 other areas of law
  • Richard received a degree from William & Mary, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Richard practices at Sidley Austin LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Michael Durrer's Areas of Practice

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

Securities Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Richard Michael Durrer

Where is Richard Michael Durrer's law office located?
Richard Michael Durrer's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Michael Durrer handle?
Richard Michael Durrer focuses on securities, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Richard Michael Durrer practiced law?
Richard Michael Durrer has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Richard Michael Durrer go to law school?
Richard Michael Durrer earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (M.A. Duke, 1979).
How can I contact Richard Michael Durrer for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
College of William & Mary Law School
- 1987
M.A. Duke
William & Mary Boston College
- 1979

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1988

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