Atty. David D. MacKnight

Atty. David D. MacKnight

David D. MacKnight is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and creditors' rights, commercial litigation, collections.

Rochester Rochester 55 yrs experience 55 year
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About David D. MacKnight at a glance

David D. MacKnight is an Attorney based in Rochester, New York, practicing at Lacy Katzen LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1971), New York (1976), U.S. District Court, Western and Northern Districts of New York (1976), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit u.s. Court of Military Appeals (1981). Educated at Ohio Wesleyan University (B.A., 1968) and University of Chicago J.D. 1971 Phi Delta Phi (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David D. MacKnight is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy and creditors' rights, commercial litigation, collections
  • David D. received a B.A. degree from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1968, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • David D. practices at Lacy Katzen LLP in Rochester, NY

Practice Areas Explained

David D. MacKnight's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David D. MacKnight handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Rochester 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 David D. MacKnight

Where is David D. MacKnight's law office located?
David D. MacKnight's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. The firm is Lacy Katzen LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David D. MacKnight handle?
David D. MacKnight focuses on business, bankruptcy, creditor rights, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David D. MacKnight practiced law?
David D. MacKnight has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did David D. MacKnight go to law school?
David D. MacKnight earned their education at (B.A., 1968); (—).
How can I contact David D. MacKnight for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David D. MacKnight received?
David D. MacKnight's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

B.A.
Ohio Wesleyan University
- 1968
University of Chicago J.D. 1971 Phi Delta Phi
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Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1971
New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Western and Northern Districts of New York
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit u.s. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1981

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