Atty. Lisa McDougall

Atty. Lisa McDougall

Lisa McDougall is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, business & commercial litigation, health care litigation and 3 other areas of law. Lisa received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1976, and has been licensed for 39 years.

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Profile Summary

About Lisa McDougall at a glance

Lisa McDougall is a Partner based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Phillips Lytle LLP. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York U.S. District Court, Western District of (1987). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law (J.D., 1986) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Lisa McDougall is a lawyer practicing ethics & professional responsibility, business & commercial litigation, health care litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Lisa received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1976, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Lisa practices at Phillips Lytle LLP in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Lisa McDougall's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Health Care 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 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 Lisa McDougall

Where is Lisa McDougall's law office located?
Lisa McDougall's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. The firm is Phillips Lytle LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lisa McDougall handle?
Lisa McDougall focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Lisa McDougall practiced law?
Lisa McDougall has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Lisa McDougall go to law school?
Lisa McDougall earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Lisa McDougall for a consultation?
You can contact Lisa McDougall directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Lisa McDougall received?
Lisa McDougall's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
- 1986
B.A.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York U.S. District Court, Western District of
Admitted: 1987

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