Atty. Max Folkenflik
Max Folkenflik is a lawyer practicing general practice, substantial commercial litigation, securities fraud and business torts and 3 other areas of law. Max received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1970, and has been licensed for 50 years.
General Practice & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 50+ Years Experience
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About Max Folkenflik at a Glance
Max Folkenflik is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Folkenflik & McGerity. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on business, class action, white collar, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1976), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1976), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1976), and U.S. Tax Court (1977). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1975) and Cornell University (B.S., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of The Association of the Bar of the City of New York American Bar Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Max Folkenflik
- Max Folkenflik is a lawyer practicing general practice, substantial commercial litigation, securities fraud and business torts and 3 other areas of law
- Max received a B.S. degree from Cornell University in 1970, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Max practices at Folkenflik & McGerity in New York, NY
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Max Folkenflik's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Max Folkenflik handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Class Action in New York
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White Collar Crimes in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
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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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Max Folkenflik
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Max Folkenflik's practice in the field of business, class action, white collar, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Max Folkenflik brings 50+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Max Folkenflik can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, class action, and white collar, Max Folkenflik can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Max Folkenflik attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Max Folkenflik Handles in New York
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