Atty. William Alexander Specht

Atty. William Alexander Specht

William Alexander Specht is a lawyer practicing international law, mergers / acquisitions, tax law. William received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years.

New York New York 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About William Alexander Specht at a glance

William Alexander Specht is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on tax, m&a, and international. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2008) and New York (2009). Educated at American University, Washington College of Law (J.D., 2008) and Columbia University (B.A., 2003). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Alexander Specht is a lawyer practicing international law, mergers / acquisitions, tax law
  • William received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • William practices at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

William Alexander Specht's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Alexander Specht handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

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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 William Alexander Specht

Where is William Alexander Specht's law office located?
William Alexander Specht'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 William Alexander Specht handle?
William Alexander Specht focuses on tax, m&a, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has William Alexander Specht practiced law?
William Alexander Specht has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did William Alexander Specht go to law school?
William Alexander Specht earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (B.A., 2003).
How can I contact William Alexander Specht for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
American University, Washington College of Law
- 2008
B.A.
Columbia University
- 2003

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 2008
New York
Admitted: 2009

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