Atty. Howard Michael Topaz

Atty. Howard Michael Topaz

Howard Michael Topaz is a lawyer practicing business, financial markets and services, telecommunications and 4 other areas of law. Howard received a B.A. degree from The State University of New York, University of Buffalo in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years.

New York New York 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Howard Michael Topaz at a glance

Howard Michael Topaz is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Hogan Lovells US LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, tax, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1981). Educated at New York University School of Law (LL.M. Northwestern, 1982) and The State University of New York, University of Buffalo (B.A., 1975). Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Howard Michael Topaz is a lawyer practicing business, financial markets and services, telecommunications and 4 other areas of law
  • Howard received a B.A. degree from The State University of New York, University of Buffalo in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Howard practices at Hogan Lovells US LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Howard Michael Topaz's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Tax Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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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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Frequently Asked

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Where is Howard Michael Topaz's law office located?
Howard Michael Topaz's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Hogan Lovells US LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Howard Michael Topaz handle?
Howard Michael Topaz focuses on business, tax, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Howard Michael Topaz practiced law?
Howard Michael Topaz has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Howard Michael Topaz go to law school?
Howard Michael Topaz earned their education at (LL.M. Northwestern, 1982); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Howard Michael Topaz for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. Northwestern
New York University School of Law
- 1982
B.A.
The State University of New York, University of Buffalo
- 1975

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1981

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