Atty. Thomas Douglas Gettler

Atty. Thomas Douglas Gettler

Thomas Douglas Gettler is a lawyer practicing commercial, commercial litigation, business disputes and 4 other areas of law. Thomas received a A.B. degree from Columbia University in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years.

New York New York 40 yrs experience 40 year
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About Thomas Douglas Gettler at a glance

Thomas Douglas Gettler is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Law Offices of Thomas D. Gettler. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on employment, business, securities, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1986), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1986), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1986), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1987). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1985) and Columbia University (A.B., 1981). Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York New York State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Thomas Douglas Gettler is a lawyer practicing commercial, commercial litigation, business disputes and 4 other areas of law
  • Thomas received a A.B. degree from Columbia University in 1981, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Thomas practices at Law Offices of Thomas D. Gettler in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Thomas Douglas Gettler's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Douglas Gettler handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 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 Thomas Douglas Gettler

Where is Thomas Douglas Gettler's law office located?
Thomas Douglas Gettler's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Law Offices of Thomas D. Gettler. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Thomas Douglas Gettler handle?
Thomas Douglas Gettler focuses on employment, business, securities, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Thomas Douglas Gettler practiced law?
Thomas Douglas Gettler has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Thomas Douglas Gettler go to law school?
Thomas Douglas Gettler earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (A.B., 1981).
How can I contact Thomas Douglas Gettler for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boston University
- 1985
A.B.
Columbia University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1987
California
Admitted: 1996

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