Atty. Thomas Backen
Thomas Backen is a lawyer practicing finance, mergers & acquisitions, contracts & agreements and 1 other area of law. Thomas received a B.A. degree from Fordham University in 1972, and has been licensed for 41 years.
Contracts & Agreements & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 41+ Years Experience
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About Thomas Backen at a Glance
Thomas Backen is a Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, and m&a. Admitted to practice in New York (1985), New Jersey (1985), and Wisconsin (2004). Educated at Rutgers University (J.D., 1984) and Fordham University (B.A., 1972). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas Backen
- Thomas Backen is a lawyer practicing finance, mergers & acquisitions, contracts & agreements and 1 other area of law
- Thomas received a B.A. degree from Fordham University in 1972, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Thomas practices at Alston & Bird LLP in New York, NY
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Thomas Backen's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Backen handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Contracts in New York
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
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Mergers & Acquisitions in New York
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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 Thomas Backen
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 Thomas Backen's practice in the field of contracts, business, and m&a.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas Backen brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, New Jersey, and Wisconsin, Thomas Backen can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, business, and m&a, Thomas Backen 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 Thomas Backen 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 Thomas Backen Handles in New York
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