Atty. John Michael Forelle

Atty. John Michael Forelle

John Michael Forelle is a lawyer practicing civil rights, real estate. John received a M.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years.

New York New York 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About John Michael Forelle at a glance

John Michael Forelle is a Retired Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on real estate and civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (1971), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1971), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1971), and New York (1972). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1970) and University of Michigan (M.B.A. University, 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Michael Forelle is a lawyer practicing civil rights, real estate
  • John received a M.B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • John practices at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John Michael Forelle's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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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

Common questions about John Michael Forelle

Where is John Michael Forelle's law office located?
John Michael Forelle's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Michael Forelle handle?
John Michael Forelle focuses on real estate, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John Michael Forelle practiced law?
John Michael Forelle has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did John Michael Forelle go to law school?
John Michael Forelle earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (M.B.A. University, 1967).
How can I contact John Michael Forelle for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Michael Forelle received?
John Michael Forelle's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 1970
M.B.A. University
University of Michigan
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1971
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1971
New York
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York and U.S Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1972

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