Atty. Sharon Katz

Atty. Sharon Katz

Sharon Katz is a lawyer practicing litigation, bankruptcy litigation, commercial dispute and contract and 5 other areas of law. Sharon received a M.S. degree from Columbia University in 1975, and has been licensed for 44 years.

New York New York 44 yrs experience 44 year
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Profile Summary

About Sharon Katz at a glance

Sharon Katz is a Special Counsel for Pro Bono based in New York, New York, practicing at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, class action, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circ (1982). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 1981) and Columbia University (M.S. New, 1975). Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Sharon Katz is a lawyer practicing litigation, bankruptcy litigation, commercial dispute and contract and 5 other areas of law
  • Sharon received a M.S. degree from Columbia University in 1975, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Sharon practices at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Sharon Katz's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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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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Class Action

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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 Sharon Katz

Where is Sharon Katz's law office located?
Sharon Katz's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Sharon Katz handle?
Sharon Katz focuses on business, bankruptcy, class action, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Sharon Katz practiced law?
Sharon Katz has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Sharon Katz go to law school?
Sharon Katz earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (M.S. New, 1975).
How can I contact Sharon Katz for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 1981
M.S. New
Columbia University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circ
Admitted: 1982

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