Atty. Willis Jay Goldsmith

Atty. Willis Jay Goldsmith

Mr. Willis Jay Goldsmith is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, collective bargaining, contract enforcement & union organizing and 3 other areas of law.

New York New York 53 J. Erfahrung 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Willis Jay Goldsmith at a glance

Willis Jay Goldsmith is an Attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Jones Day. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on employment, m&a, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, and D.C. Circu (1973) and District of Columbia U.S. Supreme Court District of Maryland (1978). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1972) and Brown University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Willis Jay Goldsmith is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, collective bargaining, contract enforcement & union organizing and 3 other areas of law
  • Willis received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Willis practices at Jones Day in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Willis Jay Goldsmith's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Willis Jay Goldsmith 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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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 Willis Jay Goldsmith

Where is Willis Jay Goldsmith's law office located?
Willis Jay Goldsmith's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Jones Day. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Willis Jay Goldsmith handle?
Willis Jay Goldsmith focuses on employment, m&a, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Willis Jay Goldsmith practiced law?
Willis Jay Goldsmith has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Willis Jay Goldsmith go to law school?
Willis Jay Goldsmith earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Willis Jay Goldsmith for a consultation?
You can contact Willis Jay Goldsmith 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 Willis Jay Goldsmith received?
Willis Jay Goldsmith's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1972
B.A.
Brown University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. Courts of Appeals for the Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, and D.C. Circu
Admitted: 1973
District of Columbia U.S. Supreme Court District of Maryland
Admitted: 1978

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