Atty. Robert J. Trainor

Atty. Robert J. Trainor

Robert J. Trainor is a lawyer practicing corporate, food & drug, international and 2 other areas of law.

New York New York 55 Years Experience 55 year
Call (646) 797-2069

Profile Summary

About Robert J. Trainor at a glance

Robert J. Trainor is a Senior Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Covington & Burling LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and international. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1971) and New York (1981). Educated at Villanova University School of Law (J.D., 1971) and Villanova University (B.A., 1968). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Robert J. Trainor is a lawyer practicing corporate, food & drug, international and 2 other areas of law
  • Robert J. received a B.A. degree from Villanova University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Robert J. practices at Covington & Burling LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Robert J. Trainor's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert J. Trainor 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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Civil Litigation

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International Law

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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 venue, 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 Robert J. Trainor

Where is Robert J. Trainor's law office located?
Robert J. Trainor's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Covington & Burling LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert J. Trainor handle?
Robert J. Trainor focuses on business, litigation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Robert J. Trainor practiced law?
Robert J. Trainor has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Robert J. Trainor go to law school?
Robert J. Trainor earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1968).
How can I contact Robert J. Trainor for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Villanova University School of Law
- 1971
B.A.
Villanova University
- 1968

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1971
New York
Admitted: 1981

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