Atty. Sam Headon

Atty. Sam Headon

Sam Headon is a lawyer practicing securities / investment fraud, corporate / incorporation, energy and infrastructure. Sam received a degree from The Australian National University in 2002, and has been licensed for 16 years.

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Corporate & Incorporation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 16+ Years Experience

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About Sam Headon at a Glance

Sam Headon is a Managing Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on formation, securities, consumer, and energy. Admitted to practice in New York Australia New South Wales (2010). Educated at The Australian National University (LL.B., 2002) and Stanford Law School JD - Juris Doctor (—). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Sam Headon

  • Sam Headon is a lawyer practicing securities / investment fraud, corporate / incorporation, energy and infrastructure
  • Sam received a degree from The Australian National University in 2002, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Sam practices at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Sam Headon's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sam Headon handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.

Business Formation in New York

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Securities Law in New York

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Energy & Utilities Law in New York

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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.

New York Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Sam Headon

Where is Sam Headon's law office located?
Sam Headon's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sam Headon handle?
Sam Headon focuses on formation, securities, consumer, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Sam Headon practiced law?
Sam Headon has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Sam Headon go to law school?
Sam Headon earned their education at (LL.B., 2002); (—).
How can I contact Sam Headon for a consultation?
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Professional Profile

Why Clients in New York Choose Sam Headon

Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Sam Headon's practice in the field of formation, securities, consumer, and energy.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Sam Headon brings 16+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering formation, securities, and consumer, Sam Headon can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in New York

A New York-based practice means Sam Headon attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.

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Education & Law School Background

LL.B.
The Australian National University
- 2002
—
Stanford Law School JD - Juris Doctor
- In Progress

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

New York Australia New South Wales
Admitted: 2010

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