Atty. Scott Welkis

Atty. Scott Welkis

Scott Welkis is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, insurance, corporate and 4 other areas of law. Scott received a B.A. degree from Trinity College in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years.

New York New York 29 yrs experience 29 year
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About Scott Welkis at a glance

Scott Welkis is an Attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, insurance, and energy. Admitted to practice in New York (1997) and New Jersey U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court, Southern District (1997). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 1996) and Trinity College (B.A., 1993). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Scott Welkis is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, insurance, corporate and 4 other areas of law
  • Scott received a B.A. degree from Trinity College in 1993, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Scott practices at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Scott Welkis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Scott Welkis 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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Insurance Law

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Energy & Utilities 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 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 Welkis

Where is Scott Welkis's law office located?
Scott Welkis's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Scott Welkis handle?
Scott Welkis focuses on business, bankruptcy, insurance, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Scott Welkis practiced law?
Scott Welkis has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Scott Welkis go to law school?
Scott Welkis earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Scott Welkis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 1996
B.A.
Trinity College
- 1993

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1997
New Jersey U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court, Southern District
Admitted: 1997

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