Atty. Steven Marc Pesner

Atty. Steven Marc Pesner

Steven Marc Pesner is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, bankruptcy litigation, class actions and 8 other areas of law. Steven received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years.

New York New York 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Steven Marc Pesner at a glance

Steven Marc Pesner is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, class action, white collar, and securities. Admitted to practice in New York (1972), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New (1973), U.S. Supreme Court (1976), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1981). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1971) and University of Virginia (B.A., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York New York State and American. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Steven Marc Pesner is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, bankruptcy litigation, class actions and 8 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from University of Virginia in 1967, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Steven practices at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Marc Pesner's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven Marc Pesner 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

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Class Action

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White Collar Crimes

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Securities 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 Steven Marc Pesner

Where is Steven Marc Pesner's law office located?
Steven Marc Pesner'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 Steven Marc Pesner handle?
Steven Marc Pesner focuses on business, bankruptcy, class action, white collar, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Steven Marc Pesner practiced law?
Steven Marc Pesner has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Steven Marc Pesner go to law school?
Steven Marc Pesner earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A., 1967).
How can I contact Steven Marc Pesner for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Steven Marc Pesner received?
Steven Marc Pesner's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 1971
B.A.
University of Virginia
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Fi
Admitted: 1999

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