Atty. Robert Scott Horton

Atty. Robert Scott Horton

Robert Scott Horton is a lawyer practicing corporate and securities. Robert received a degree from University of Mainz, Germany in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years.

New York New York 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Robert Scott Horton at a glance

Robert Scott Horton is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at DLA Piper LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business. Admitted to practice in New York (1982), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1982), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1984). Educated at University of Texas School of Law (J.D., 1981) and University of Mainz, Germany (Cert. University, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Robert Scott Horton is a lawyer practicing corporate and securities
  • Robert received a degree from University of Mainz, Germany in 1978, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Robert practices at DLA Piper LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Robert Scott Horton's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert Scott Horton handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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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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Where is Robert Scott Horton's law office located?
Robert Scott Horton's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is DLA Piper LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Robert Scott Horton handle?
Robert Scott Horton focuses on business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Robert Scott Horton practiced law?
Robert Scott Horton has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Robert Scott Horton go to law school?
Robert Scott Horton earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (Cert. University, 1978).
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What awards or recognition has Robert Scott Horton received?
Robert Scott Horton's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Texas School of Law
- 1981
Cert. University
University of Mainz, Germany
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1988

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