Atty. Michael Benjamin Weitman

Atty. Michael Benjamin Weitman

Michael Benjamin Weitman is a lawyer practicing litigation, maritime litigation. Michael received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1999, and has been licensed for 18 years.

New York New York 18 yrs experience 18 year
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About Michael Benjamin Weitman at a glance

Michael Benjamin Weitman is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Seward And Kissel Llp. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on litigation and maritime. Admitted to practice in New York (2008). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 2007) and Boston University (B.A., 1999). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Benjamin Weitman is a lawyer practicing litigation, maritime litigation
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1999, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Michael practices at Seward & Kissel LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Benjamin Weitman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Benjamin Weitman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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Maritime & Admiralty Law

Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.

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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

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Where is Michael Benjamin Weitman's law office located?
Michael Benjamin Weitman's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Seward And Kissel Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Benjamin Weitman handle?
Michael Benjamin Weitman focuses on litigation, maritime. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael Benjamin Weitman practiced law?
Michael Benjamin Weitman has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
Where did Michael Benjamin Weitman go to law school?
Michael Benjamin Weitman earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.A., 1999).
How can I contact Michael Benjamin Weitman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 2007
B.A.
Boston University
- 1999

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2008

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