Atty. Bruce Michael Poushter

Atty. Bruce Michael Poushter

Bruce Michael Poushter is a lawyer practicing commercial, acquisition, merger and sale, asset purchases and sales and 12 other areas of law. Bruce received a M.S. degree from Syracuse University School of Management in 1976, and has been licensed for 49 years.

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Profile Summary

About Bruce Michael Poushter at a glance

Bruce Michael Poushter is a Partner based in Syracuse, New York, practicing at Sugarman Law Firm LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on discrimination, probate, personal injury, estate planning, and business. Admitted to practice in New York (1977), U.S. Tax Court (1977), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1991). Educated at New York University (LL.M. Federal, 1981) and Syracuse University School of Management (M.S. Accounting, 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Onondaga County and New York State (Member, Tax Section, Committees on: Income from Real Property Income from Bankruptcy) Bar Associations. Serands clients in Syracuse, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Bruce Michael Poushter is a lawyer practicing commercial, acquisition, merger and sale, asset purchases and sales and 12 other areas of law
  • Bruce received a M.S. degree from Syracuse University School of Management in 1976, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Bruce practices at Sugarman Law Firm LLP in Syracuse, NY and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Bruce Michael Poushter's Areas of Practice

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

Workplace Discrimination

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Probate

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Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New York

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 Syracuse 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 Bruce Michael Poushter

Where is Bruce Michael Poushter's law office located?
Bruce Michael Poushter's law practice is located in Syracuse, New York. The firm is Sugarman Law Firm LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Bruce Michael Poushter handle?
Bruce Michael Poushter focuses on discrimination, probate, personal injury, estate planning, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Bruce Michael Poushter practiced law?
Bruce Michael Poushter has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Bruce Michael Poushter go to law school?
Bruce Michael Poushter earned their education at (LL.M. Federal, 1981); (M.S. Accounting, 1976).
How can I contact Bruce Michael Poushter for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Bruce Michael Poushter received?
Bruce Michael Poushter's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

LL.M. Federal
New York University
- 1981
M.S. Accounting
Syracuse University School of Management
- 1976

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York
Admitted: 1991

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