Atty. David Michael Garelik

Atty. David Michael Garelik

David Michael Garelik is a lawyer practicing estate planning, taxation, estate and 2 other areas of law. David received a B.B.A. degree from City College of the City University of New York in 1958, and has been licensed for 64 years.

New York New York 64 yrs experience 64 year
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About David Michael Garelik at a glance

David Michael Garelik is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Schwartzman Gareilk & Troy, P.C.. They have 64+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1962. Their practice focuses on estate planning, tax, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in New York (1962) and U.S. Tax Court (1964). Educated at Brooklyn Law School (J.D. New, 1961) and City College of the City University of New York (B.B.A., 1958). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State and American (Member, Tax Section) Bar Associations. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • David Michael Garelik is a lawyer practicing estate planning, taxation, estate and 2 other areas of law
  • David received a B.B.A. degree from City College of the City University of New York in 1958, and has been licensed for 64 years
  • David practices at Schwartzman Gareilk & Troy, P.C. in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

David Michael Garelik's Areas of Practice

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

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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Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

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Employment Contracts

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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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Where is David Michael Garelik's law office located?
David Michael Garelik's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Schwartzman Gareilk & Troy, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Michael Garelik handle?
David Michael Garelik focuses on estate planning, tax, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David Michael Garelik practiced law?
David Michael Garelik has 64+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1962.
Where did David Michael Garelik go to law school?
David Michael Garelik earned their education at (J.D. New, 1961); (B.B.A., 1958).
How can I contact David Michael Garelik for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Michael Garelik received?
David Michael Garelik's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. New
Brooklyn Law School
- 1961
B.B.A.
City College of the City University of New York
- 1958

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1962
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1964

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