Atty. Gary Michael Kanaley
Gary Michael Kanaley is a lawyer practicing trusts, estate planning, business and corporate law and 3 other areas of law. Gary received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1971, and has been licensed for 46 years.
Business And Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Buffalo, NY · 46+ Years Experience
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About Gary Michael Kanaley at a Glance
Gary Michael Kanaley is a Partner based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Duke, Holzman,Photiadis & Gresens LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on irs, trusts, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in New York (1980), U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (1980), U.S. Tax Court U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of New York (1983), and Florida (1988). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1979) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.S., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Erie County (Board of Directors and Treasurer) and New York State (Member, Taxation Section) Bar Associations The Florida Bar New York State Society of Certified Public Accountants. Serves clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gary Michael Kanaley
- Gary Michael Kanaley is a lawyer practicing trusts, estate planning, business and corporate law and 3 other areas of law
- Gary received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1971, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Gary practices at Duke, Holzman,Photiadis & Gresens LLP in Buffalo, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Gary Michael Kanaley's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary Michael Kanaley handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Buffalo.
IRS Disputes & Audits in Buffalo
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Trusts in Buffalo
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Estate Planning & Probate in Buffalo
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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Business & Corporate Law in Buffalo
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Gary Michael Kanaley is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New York →
Tax Law in Buffalo
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Buffalo
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 venue, 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.
Buffalo Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Buffalo-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Buffalo Choose Gary Michael Kanaley
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Gary Michael Kanaley's practice in the field of irs, trusts, estate planning, business, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gary Michael Kanaley brings 46+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, U.S. District Court, Western District of New York, and U.S. Tax Court U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of New York, Gary Michael Kanaley can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering irs, trusts, and estate planning, Gary Michael Kanaley can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Buffalo
A Buffalo-based practice means Gary Michael Kanaley attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Gary Michael Kanaley Handles in Buffalo
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