Atty. Scott Christopher Shelley

Atty. Scott Christopher Shelley

Scott Christopher Shelley is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, chapter 11 bankruptcy, international law and 3 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from Middlebury College in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years.

New York New York 33 yrs experience 33 year
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About Scott Christopher Shelley at a glance

Scott Christopher Shelley is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1993), Connecticut (1994), and New York U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut an (1994). Educated at Seton Hall University School of Law (J.D., 1993) and Middlebury College (B.A. English, 1987). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Scott Christopher Shelley is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, chapter 11 bankruptcy, international law and 3 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Middlebury College in 1987, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Scott practices at Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Christopher Shelley's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Christopher Shelley 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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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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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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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 Scott Christopher Shelley

Where is Scott Christopher Shelley's law office located?
Scott Christopher Shelley's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Christopher Shelley handle?
Scott Christopher Shelley focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Scott Christopher Shelley practiced law?
Scott Christopher Shelley has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Scott Christopher Shelley go to law school?
Scott Christopher Shelley earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A. English, 1987).
How can I contact Scott Christopher Shelley for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University School of Law
- 1993
B.A. English
Middlebury College
- 1987

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1993
Connecticut
Admitted: 1994
New York U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut an
Admitted: 1994

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