Atty. William Stephen Tierney

Atty. William Stephen Tierney

William Stephen Tierney is a lawyer practicing real estate law, real estate banking law, real estate exchanges and 6 other areas of law. William received a B.S. degree from St.

Rochester Rochester 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About William Stephen Tierney at a glance

William Stephen Tierney is a Partner based in Rochester, New York, practicing at Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, tax, and foreclosure. Admitted to practice in New York (1983). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1982) and St. John Fisher College (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Stephen Tierney is a lawyer practicing real estate law, real estate banking law, real estate exchanges and 6 other areas of law
  • William received a B.S. degree from St. John Fisher College in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • William practices at Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP in Rochester, NY

Practice Areas Explained

William Stephen Tierney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Stephen Tierney 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Tax Law

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

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Foreclosure Defense

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William Stephen Tierney

Where is William Stephen Tierney's law office located?
William Stephen Tierney's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. The firm is Woods Oviatt Gilman LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Stephen Tierney handle?
William Stephen Tierney focuses on business, real estate, tax, foreclosure. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has William Stephen Tierney practiced law?
William Stephen Tierney has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did William Stephen Tierney go to law school?
William Stephen Tierney earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.S., 1979).
How can I contact William Stephen Tierney for a consultation?
You can contact William Stephen Tierney directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William Stephen Tierney received?
William Stephen Tierney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1982
B.S.
St. John Fisher College
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1983

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