Douglas Wayne Killip, Real Estate Attorney in New York
Over 38 years of legal practice · focused on Real Estate, Securities, and Tax
PartneratAkin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP
New, NY
Practicing real estate in New York since 1988.
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Douglas Wayne Killip is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Real Estate, Securities, and Tax. Douglas has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP.
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- New York, NY
- Experience
- over 38 years
- Known for
- Real Estate · Securities · Tax
- Handles Real Estate, Securities, and Tax matters from New York, NY.
- Over 38 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Douglas Wayne Killip: Douglas Wayne Killip is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Real Estate, Securities, and Tax. Douglas has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Douglas takes on
Douglas concentrates on real estate, securities, and tax. Each area below outlines the kind of case Douglas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Real Estate
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Securities
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Tax
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Real Estate cases in New York
Douglas takes real estate 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in New York
Douglas 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Tax cases in New York
Douglas takes tax 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Douglas Wayne Killip — real estate lawyer in New York
Douglas Wayne Killip is a partner based in New York, NY. The practice focuses on Real Estate, Securities, and Tax. Douglas has over 38 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP.
Douglas Wayne Killip is a lawyer practicing tax, investment funds, distressed real estate asset services. Douglas received a A.B. degree from Boston College in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years. Douglas practices at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in New York, NY.
How Douglas handles real estate matters
Douglas Wayne Killip is a lawyer practicing tax, investment funds, distressed real estate asset services. Douglas received a A.B. degree from Boston College in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years. Douglas practices at Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP in New York, NY.
The kind of cases Douglas takes
Douglas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for real estate, securities, and tax matters across New York.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
The State University of New York at Buffalo Law School
J.D. · 1987
Boston College
A.B. Economics · 1984
Jurisdictions
Douglas's state bar admissions
New York U.S. Tax Co
1988 · ACTIVE
Douglas studied at J.D. in The State University of New York at Buffalo Law School and A.B. Economics in Boston College.
Law school and academic background
Douglas completed J.D. in The State University of New York at Buffalo Law School and A.B. Economics in Boston College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Douglas runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Douglas's professional memberships and bar associations
American Bar Association
Member, Taxation Section · membership
Locations
Douglas Wayne Killip's office in New York
Douglas's primary office is at 1 Bryant Park, New York, NY, 10036-6745. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP
1 Bryant Park
New York, NY 10036-6745
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How to hire Douglas Wayne Killip — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new real estate attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Douglas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Douglas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas'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; Douglas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a real estate attorney in New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many real estate 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 Douglas
Douglas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in real estate practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every real estate 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. Douglas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Douglas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many real estate practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Douglas Wayne Killip
How much does it cost to hire Douglas for a real estate case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Douglas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Douglas offer a free consultation?
Douglas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas's office. Some real estate attorneys offer free consults — check Douglas's current terms during booking.
How long do real estate cases in New York typically take?
Simple real estate 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. Douglas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Douglas take my case if I'm outside New York?
Douglas 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 — Douglas 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 Douglas?
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. Douglas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Douglas accepting new real estate clients right now?
Douglas'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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