Atty. Sean Phillip Shecter

Atty. Sean Phillip Shecter

Sean Phillip Shecter is a lawyer practicing white collar crime, corporate / incorporation, construction / development and 1 other area of law. Sean received a B.A. degree from George Washington University, Elliot School of International Affairs in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years.

New York New York 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About Sean Phillip Shecter at a glance

Sean Phillip Shecter is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Their practice focuses on formation, business, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (2009) and Florida (2021). Educated at American University, Washington College of Law (J.D., 2008) and George Washington University, Elliot School of International Affairs (B.A., 2005). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Sean Phillip Shecter is a lawyer practicing white collar crime, corporate / incorporation, construction / development and 1 other area of law
  • Sean received a B.A. degree from George Washington University, Elliot School of International Affairs in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Sean practices at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Sean Phillip Shecter's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Sean Phillip Shecter handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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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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White Collar Crimes

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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 Sean Phillip Shecter

Where is Sean Phillip Shecter's law office located?
Sean Phillip Shecter's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sean Phillip Shecter handle?
Sean Phillip Shecter focuses on formation, business, white collar, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Sean Phillip Shecter practiced law?
Sean Phillip Shecter has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Sean Phillip Shecter go to law school?
Sean Phillip Shecter earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A., 2005).
How can I contact Sean Phillip Shecter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
American University, Washington College of Law
- 2008
B.A.
George Washington University, Elliot School of International Affairs
- 2005

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2009
Florida
Admitted: 2021

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