Atty. William David Eggers

Atty. William David Eggers

William David Eggers is a lawyer practicing business litigation, civil rights, commercial. William received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years.

Rochester Rochester 56 yrs experience 56 year
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About William David Eggers at a glance

William David Eggers is a Senior Counsel based in Rochester, New York, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1970). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1969) and Yale University (B.A., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • William David Eggers is a lawyer practicing business litigation, civil rights, commercial
  • William received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1966, and has been licensed for 56 years
  • William practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Rochester, NY

Practice Areas Explained

William David Eggers's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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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 Rochester 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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Common questions about William David Eggers

Where is William David Eggers's law office located?
William David Eggers's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. The firm is Nixon Peabody LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William David Eggers handle?
William David Eggers focuses on business, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has William David Eggers practiced law?
William David Eggers has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
Where did William David Eggers go to law school?
William David Eggers earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.A., 1966).
How can I contact William David Eggers for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has William David Eggers received?
William David Eggers's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1969
B.A.
Yale University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1970

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