Atty. David McNamara

Atty. David McNamara

David McNamara is a lawyer practicing appellate, banking & financial services, bankruptcy & creditors' rights and 14 other areas of law. David received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at Brockport in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Buffalo Buffalo 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About David McNamara at a glance

David McNamara is a Managing Partner based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Phillips Lytle LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, real estate, bankruptcy, and breach of contract. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern, Southern and Western Districts of New York U.S. Cou (1987) and Massachusetts (2010). Educated at Louis D. Brandeis School of Law - University of Louisville (J.D., 1986) and State University of New York at Brockport (B.S., 1982). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • David McNamara is a lawyer practicing appellate, banking & financial services, bankruptcy & creditors' rights and 14 other areas of law
  • David received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at Brockport in 1982, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • David practices at Phillips Lytle LLP in Buffalo, NY and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

David McNamara's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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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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Breach of Contract

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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 Buffalo 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 McNamara

Where is David McNamara's law office located?
David McNamara's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. The firm is Phillips Lytle LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David McNamara handle?
David McNamara focuses on contracts, business, real estate, bankruptcy, breach of contract. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David McNamara practiced law?
David McNamara has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did David McNamara go to law school?
David McNamara earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S., 1982).
How can I contact David McNamara for a consultation?
You can contact David McNamara directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David McNamara received?
David McNamara's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Louis D. Brandeis School of Law - University of Louisville
- 1986
B.S.
State University of New York at Brockport
- 1982

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Eastern, Northern, Southern and Western Districts of New York U.S. Cou
Admitted: 1987
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2010

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