Atty. Shekar Krishnan

Atty. Shekar Krishnan

Shekar Krishnan is a lawyer practicing litigation, alternate dispute resolution, complex commercial actions and 2 other areas of law. Shekar received a B.S. degree from The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years.

Jackson Heights Jackson Heights 16 yrs experience 16 year
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Profile Summary

About Shekar Krishnan at a glance

Shekar Krishnan is a business, litigation, and entertainment attorney based in Jackson Heights, New York. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of (2010). Educated at The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art (B.S., 2006) and University of Michigan School of Law J.D. cum laude University of Michigan School of Law J.D. 2009 Clarence Darrow Scholar University of Michigan School of Law J.D. Contributing Editor Univer (—). Active member of Professional Activities Member, New York State Bar Association Member, New York City Bar Association Board Member, Brooklyn Legal Services Corporation A. Serands clients in Jackson Heights, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Shekar Krishnan is a lawyer practicing litigation, alternate dispute resolution, complex commercial actions and 2 other areas of law
  • Shekar received a B.S. degree from The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Shekar practices in Jackson Heights, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Shekar Krishnan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Shekar Krishnan 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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Civil Litigation

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Jackson Heights 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 Shekar Krishnan

Where is Shekar Krishnan's law office located?
Shekar Krishnan's law practice is located in Jackson Heights, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Shekar Krishnan handle?
Shekar Krishnan focuses on business, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Shekar Krishnan practiced law?
Shekar Krishnan has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Shekar Krishnan go to law school?
Shekar Krishnan earned their education at (B.S., 2006); (—).
How can I contact Shekar Krishnan for a consultation?
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Education

B.S.
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art
- 2006
University of Michigan School of Law J.D. cum laude University of Michigan School of Law J.D. 2009 Clarence Darrow Scholar University of Michigan School of Law J.D. Contributing Editor Univer
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of
Admitted: 2010

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