Atty. David Michael Shearer

Atty. David Michael Shearer

Mr. David Michael Shearer is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, ethics & professional responsibility, general practice.

New York New York 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About David Michael Shearer at a glance

David Michael Shearer is an Attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Shearer & Essner, LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1987), New York (1988), and Georgia (inactive) (1988). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1987) and Emory University (B.A., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. David Michael Shearer is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice, ethics & professional responsibility, general practice
  • David received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • David practices at Shearer & Essner, LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

David Michael Shearer's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Shearer's law office located?
David Michael Shearer's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Shearer & Essner, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David Michael Shearer handle?
David Michael Shearer focuses on medical malpractice. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has David Michael Shearer practiced law?
David Michael Shearer has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did David Michael Shearer go to law school?
David Michael Shearer earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
How can I contact David Michael Shearer for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has David Michael Shearer received?
David Michael Shearer's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boston University
- 1987
B.A.
Emory University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1987
New York
Admitted: 1988
Georgia (inactive)
Admitted: 1988

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