Atty. Katy M. Hedges

Atty. Katy M. Hedges

Professional Associations and Memberships American Bar Association Erie County Bar Association New York Bar Association Western New York Defense Trial Lawyers Association Western New York Trial Lawyers Association Women's Bar Association of the State of New York.

Buffalo Buffalo 20 yrs experience 20 year
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Profile Summary

About Katy M. Hedges at a glance

Katy M. Hedges is a Member based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Chelus, Herdzik, Speyer & Monte, P.C.. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on estate planning, real estate, foreclosure, hoa, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (2006), U.S. District Court, Western District of New York (2008), and U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of New York (2009). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 2005) and University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada (BHSc, 2002). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Professional Associations and Memberships American Bar Association Erie County Bar Association New York Bar Association Western New York Defense Trial Lawyers Association Western New York Trial Lawyers Association Women's Bar Association of the State of New York

Practice Areas Explained

Katy M. Hedges's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Katy M. Hedges handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Estate Planning & Probate

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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Real Estate Law

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

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Foreclosure Defense

Katy M. Hedges is one of 14,193 foreclosure attorneys indexed nationally. Browse foreclosure attorneys in New York →

HOA & Condominium Law

Katy M. Hedges is one of 5,637 hoa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse hoa attorneys in New York →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 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 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 Katy M. Hedges

Where is Katy M. Hedges's law office located?
Katy M. Hedges's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. The firm is Chelus, Herdzik, Speyer & Monte, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Katy M. Hedges handle?
Katy M. Hedges focuses on estate planning, real estate, foreclosure, hoa, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Katy M. Hedges practiced law?
Katy M. Hedges has 20+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2006.
Where did Katy M. Hedges go to law school?
Katy M. Hedges earned their education at (J.D., 2005); (BHSc, 2002).
How can I contact Katy M. Hedges for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Katy M. Hedges received?
Katy M. Hedges's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 2005
BHSc
University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada
- 2002

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2006
U.S. District Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 2008
U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Western District of New York
Admitted: 2009

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