Atty. Charles Deforest Manice

Atty. Charles Deforest Manice

Charles Deforest Manice is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense, estate planning. Charles received a B.S. degree from Tulane University in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years.

New York New York 18 yrs experience 18 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles Deforest Manice at a glance

Charles Deforest Manice is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Morris & McVeigh LLP. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, estate planning, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2008). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D., 2007) and Tulane University (B.S. Business, 2003). Provides legal services in French. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Charles Deforest Manice is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense, estate planning
  • Charles received a B.S. degree from Tulane University in 2003, and has been licensed for 18 years
  • Charles practices at Morris & McVeigh LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Charles Deforest Manice's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles Deforest Manice handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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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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Civil Litigation

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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 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

Common questions about Charles Deforest Manice

Where is Charles Deforest Manice's law office located?
Charles Deforest Manice's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Morris & McVeigh LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles Deforest Manice handle?
Charles Deforest Manice focuses on criminal defense, estate planning, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Charles Deforest Manice practiced law?
Charles Deforest Manice has 18+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2008.
What languages does Charles Deforest Manice speak?
Charles Deforest Manice provides legal services in French. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Charles Deforest Manice go to law school?
Charles Deforest Manice earned their education at (J.D., 2007); (B.S. Business, 2003).
How can I contact Charles Deforest Manice for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Brooklyn Law School
- 2007
B.S. Business
Tulane University
- 2003

Languages

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2008

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