Atty. Theodore Edelman
Theodore Edelman is a lawyer practicing litigation, antitrust, appellate and 17 other areas of law. Theodore received a A.B. degree from Columbia University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Antitrust & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 42+ Years Experience
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About Theodore Edelman at a Glance
Theodore Edelman is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Sullivan And Cromwell Llp. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on formation, criminal defense, employment, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in New York Indiana (1984). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1983) and Columbia University (A.B., 1980). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Theodore Edelman
- Theodore Edelman is a lawyer practicing litigation, antitrust, appellate and 17 other areas of law
- Theodore received a A.B. degree from Columbia University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Theodore practices at Sullivan & Cromwell LLP in New York, NY and 1 other location
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Theodore Edelman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Theodore Edelman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business Formation in New York
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Criminal Defense in New York
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Employment Law in New York
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
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Intellectual Property in New York
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Theodore Edelman
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Theodore Edelman's practice in the field of formation, criminal defense, employment, business, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Theodore Edelman brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering formation, criminal defense, and employment, Theodore Edelman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Theodore Edelman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Theodore Edelman Handles in New York
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