Kalyan Das, Business Attorney in New York
Over 47 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and Securities
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
New, NY
Practicing business in New York since 1979.
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Kalyan Das is a shareholder based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Securities. Kalyan has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
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- Handles Business, General, and Securities matters from New York, NY.
- Over 47 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Kalyan Das: Kalyan Das is a shareholder based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Securities. Kalyan has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Kalyan Das
Kalyan concentrates on business, general, and securities. Each area below outlines the kind of case Kalyan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Business cases in New York
Kalyan takes business matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kalyan agrees to represent you.
General cases in New York
Kalyan takes general matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kalyan agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in New York
Kalyan takes securities matters in New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Kalyan agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Kalyan Das — Over 47 years of New York business experience
Kalyan Das is a shareholder based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Business, General, and Securities. Kalyan has over 47 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Kalyan “Kal” Das focuses on global bank and institutional finance, structured finance, project finance, asset securitization, distressed debt and claims trading, business transactions, energy finance restructuring, and corporate finance. He has experience representing various types of clients including domestic and international banks, private equity firms, hedge funds, investors, trustees, servicers, and other institutions in domestic and cross-border financing transactions. Kal’s work spans multiple industries, giving him a broad perspective and understanding of the legal challenges and opportunities that his clients face.
Within the realm of structured finance, Kal has worked on asset-backed and mortgage-backed securities transactions, asset-based lending, fintech financing, supply chain and trade financing, whole loan financing, and leveraged loan financing. He has also represented clients in domestic and international banking transactions, project finance, capital markets, distressed debt trading, second lien financing, institutional finance, private placements, and private equity deals. Additionally, Kal has experience with CLOs (collateralized loan obligations), ADR/GDR (American Depository Receipts/Global Depository Receipts), and corporate trust transactions including loan agencies.
Kal frequently represents clients in cross-border M&A transactions involving U.S., Europe, Middle East, and Asia. Additionally, Kal has also worked on the financing side of these M&A and project finance transactions.
Kal’s legal practice further includes representing trustees, administrative agents, servicers, master servicers, trust administrators, collateral agents, hedge fund administrators, and other service providers in asset-backed and mortgage-backed transactions. Moreover, he has deep experience in restructuring and workouts involving asset-backed and mortgage-backed transactions as well as corporate bankruptcies. Some notable restructurings or workouts Kal has worked on include Kenbourne Invest S.A., Intercement, Cazoo, Julio & Sons, Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals, Endo International plc, GMAC/ResCap, Energy Future Holdings Corp., MF Global Holdings Ltd., Caesars Entertainment Operating Company Inc., Arch Coal Inc., Firstenergy Solutions Corp., Nine West Holdings Inc., Proserv Global Inc., ACIS CLO restructuring, Ditech Holding Corporation, PDVSA/Venezuelan debt, Stabfund (USA) Inc. and Comcar.
In addition to his legal practice, Kal is dedicated to professional development and community involvement. He serves as a member of the Board of Directors and former vice president of the New York University Law School Alumni Association (LAA) and member and former chair of the Nominating Committee of the LAA. Kal is also on the Advisory Board of the International House Association. Furthermore, he is a member of the Board of Trustees of Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, New York.
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, New York Metro Super Lawyers, 2006-2010, 2012-2023
•Listed, Marquis Who’s Who
•Recipient, Albert Nelson Lifetime Achievement Award, 2017
•Who’s Who in American Law
•Who’s Who in America
•Who’s Who in the East
•Who’s Who in Finance and Industry
•Who’s Who in the World
•Who’s Who of Emerging Leaders in America
Working with Kalyan on a business matter
Kalyan “Kal” Das focuses on global bank and institutional finance, structured finance, project finance, asset securitization, distressed debt and claims trading, business transactions, energy finance restructuring, and corporate finance. He has experience representing various types of clients including domestic and international banks, private equity firms, hedge funds, investors, trustees,…
Clients Kalyan works with
Kalyan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and securities matters across New York.
Credentials
Kalyan Das's legal education and bar admissions
New York University School of Law
LL.M. · 1989
Harvard Business School
Owner · 2021
Jurisdictions
Kalyan's state bar admissions
Australia
1984 · ACTIVE
New York
1983 · ACTIVE
India
1980 · ACTIVE
England and Wales
1979 · ACTIVE
Kalyan studied at LL.M. in New York University School of Law and Owner in Harvard Business School.
Law school and academic background
Kalyan completed LL.M. in New York University School of Law and Owner in Harvard Business School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Kalyan runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Kalyan's professional memberships and bar associations
of the ACIC and was on the Board of Trustees of ACIC until 2007. He has also conducted numerous in-house training seminars for banks and financial institutions. Kal is listed in the New York Super Lawyers 2006 - 2010 editions as one of the top banking att
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CDS holders buy bonds to accelerate." January 1, 2009, In the January/February 2009 edition of "Super Lawyers: Corporate Counsel Edition" Kal Das was named in the 'Administrative Law' section
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Lawrence Rutkowski was named in the 'Bonds/Government Finance' section
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and John Tavss, Robert Van Grover and Gary Wolfe were all named in the 'Securities & Corporate Finance' section. December 8, 2008, Partners Greg Cioffi and Kal Das were quoted and the firm was mentioned in a Debtwire article on Victoria Finance's restruct
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Locations
Kalyan Das's office in New York
Kalyan's primary office is at One Vanderbilt Avenue, New York, NY, 10017. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Kalyan Das — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Kalyan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Kalyan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kalyan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Kalyan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Kalyan
Kalyan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Kalyan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Kalyan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Kalyan Das
How much does it cost to hire Kalyan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Kalyan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Kalyan offer a free consultation?
Kalyan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Kalyan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Kalyan's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in New York typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Kalyan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Kalyan take my case if I'm outside New York?
Kalyan is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Kalyan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Kalyan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Kalyan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Kalyan accepting new business clients right now?
Kalyan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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