Atty. Michael A. Sims
Michael A. Sims is a lawyer practicing workers compensation law, personal injury law, appellate practice and 2 other areas of law.
Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Albany, NY · 45+ Years Experience
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About Michael A. Sims at a Glance
Michael A. Sims is a State Dept. of Law based in Albany, New York. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, workers comp, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1981) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (1981). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1979) and University of Rochester (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Albany, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael A. Sims
- Michael A. Sims is a lawyer practicing workers compensation law, personal injury law, appellate practice and 2 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Rochester in 1973, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Michael practices in Albany, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Michael A. Sims's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael A. Sims handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Albany.
Personal Injury in Albany
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Workers Compensation in Albany
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Michael A. Sims is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in New York →
Civil Litigation in Albany
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael A. Sims is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in New York →
Appellate Practice in Albany
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Michael A. Sims is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Albany
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 Albany 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.
Albany Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Albany-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 Albany Choose Michael A. Sims
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 Michael A. Sims's practice in the field of personal injury, workers comp, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael A. Sims brings 45+ 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 and U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York, Michael A. Sims can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, workers comp, and litigation, Michael A. Sims can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Albany
A Albany-based practice means Michael A. Sims attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael A. Sims Handles in Albany
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