Atty. Sara E. Whyte

Atty. Sara E. Whyte

Sara E. Whyte is a lawyer practicing corporate law, chapter 7 bankruptcy, chapter 13 bankruptcy and 1 other area of law.

New York New York 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About Sara E. Whyte at a glance

Sara E. Whyte is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in North Carolina (2005) and New York (2009). Educated at Tulane University Law School (J.D., 2005) and University of Virginia (B.A. Psychology, 2002). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Sara E. Whyte is a lawyer practicing corporate law, chapter 7 bankruptcy, chapter 13 bankruptcy and 1 other area of law
  • Sara received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 2002, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Sara practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Sara E. Whyte's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sara E. Whyte handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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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 Sara E. Whyte

Where is Sara E. Whyte's law office located?
Sara E. Whyte's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Kirkland & Ellis LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sara E. Whyte handle?
Sara E. Whyte focuses on chapter 7, chapter 13, business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Sara E. Whyte practiced law?
Sara E. Whyte has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Sara E. Whyte go to law school?
Sara E. Whyte earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (B.A. Psychology, 2002).
How can I contact Sara E. Whyte for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Tulane University Law School
- 2005
B.A. Psychology
University of Virginia
- 2002

Bar Admissions

North Carolina
Admitted: 2005
New York
Admitted: 2009

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