Atty. Matthew C. Vanvessem

Atty. Matthew C. Vanvessem

Matthew C. Vanvessem is a lawyer practicing employment and labor, commercial litigation and arbitration, constitutional law and civil rights and 3 other areas of law.

Buffalo Buffalo 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Matthew C. Vanvessem at a glance

Matthew C. Vanvessem is a employment, civil rights, education, government, and adr attorney based in Buffalo, New York. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seco (1998). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1997) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Matthew C. Vanvessem is a lawyer practicing employment and labor, commercial litigation and arbitration, constitutional law and civil rights and 3 other areas of law
  • Matthew received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1992, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Matthew practices in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Matthew C. Vanvessem's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Civil Rights

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

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Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

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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 Matthew C. Vanvessem

Where is Matthew C. Vanvessem's law office located?
Matthew C. Vanvessem's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Matthew C. Vanvessem handle?
Matthew C. Vanvessem focuses on employment, civil rights, education, government, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Matthew C. Vanvessem practiced law?
Matthew C. Vanvessem has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Matthew C. Vanvessem go to law school?
Matthew C. Vanvessem earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A., 1992).
How can I contact Matthew C. Vanvessem for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Matthew C. Vanvessem received?
Matthew C. Vanvessem's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1997
B.A.
State University of New York at Buffalo
- 1992

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court for the Western District of New York U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seco
Admitted: 1998

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