Atty. Michael Arthur Chagares

Atty. Michael Arthur Chagares

Michael Arthur Chagares is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, appeals, regulatory matters and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Gettysburg College in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Newark Newark 39 yrs experience 39 year
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About Michael Arthur Chagares at a glance

Michael Arthur Chagares is an U.S. Ct. App. J. based in Newark, New Jersey. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (1987) and U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1987). Educated at Seton Hall University School of Law (J.D., 1987) and Gettysburg College (B.A., 1984). Serands clients in Newark, NJ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Arthur Chagares is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, appeals, regulatory matters and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Gettysburg College in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Michael practices in Newark, NJ

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Arthur Chagares's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Jersey

Practicing law in New Jersey. Legal matters in New Jersey are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Newark are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Jersey state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Jersey 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 Jersey courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Michael Arthur Chagares's law office located?
Michael Arthur Chagares's law practice is located in Newark, New Jersey. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Arthur Chagares handle?
Michael Arthur Chagares focuses on business, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Jersey.
How long has Michael Arthur Chagares practiced law?
Michael Arthur Chagares has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Michael Arthur Chagares go to law school?
Michael Arthur Chagares earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1984).
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Education

J.D.
Seton Hall University School of Law
- 1987
B.A.
Gettysburg College
- 1984

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
Admitted: 1987

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