Atty. John Michael Zonitch

Atty. John Michael Zonitch

John Michael Zonitch is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, civil legal aid, elder law. John received a A.B. degree from Colgate University in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Batavia Batavia 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About John Michael Zonitch at a glance

John Michael Zonitch is an Oak Orchard Legal Services, Inc. based in Batavia, New York. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on divorce and elder law. Admitted to practice in New York (1981). Educated at Villanova University (J.D., 1980) and Colgate University (A.B., 1975). Serands clients in Batavia, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Michael Zonitch is a lawyer practicing divorce & separation, civil legal aid, elder law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Colgate University in 1975, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • John practices in Batavia, NY

Practice Areas Explained

John Michael Zonitch's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

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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 Batavia 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 John Michael Zonitch's law office located?
John Michael Zonitch's law practice is located in Batavia, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Michael Zonitch handle?
John Michael Zonitch focuses on divorce, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has John Michael Zonitch practiced law?
John Michael Zonitch has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did John Michael Zonitch go to law school?
John Michael Zonitch earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (A.B., 1975).
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Education

J.D.
Villanova University
- 1980
A.B.
Colgate University
- 1975

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1981

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