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.
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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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- 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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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.
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