James Duffy, a highly experienced international arbitration lawyer, has been hired by K&L Gates.  The partner joins the NYC office.

The attorney specializes in multi-jurisdictional international disputes for banks, governements, and energy industry clients.  He joins from DLA Piper.

“We are very happy to welcome J.P. to K&L Gates,” said Woody Collins, Administrative Partner of K&L Gates’ New York office. “His broad international experience will serve as a tremendous resource for our clients both in the United States and around the globe.”

Mr. Duffy is a 2001 graduate of St. John’s University School of Law and received his undergraduate degree from Colgate University.  He is fluent in French and Spanish.

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