Atty. Michael B. Sexton
Michael B. Sexton is a lawyer practicing business, health law, estate planning.
Business & More Attorney · Serving Buffalo, NY · 42+ Years Experience
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About Michael B. Sexton at a Glance
Michael B. Sexton is a Gen. Coun. based in Buffalo, New York. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, and health care. Admitted to practice in New York (1984). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1983) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.A., 1980). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael B. Sexton
- Michael B. Sexton is a lawyer practicing business, health law, estate planning
- Michael received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Michael practices in Buffalo, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Michael B. Sexton's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael B. Sexton handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Buffalo.
Estate Planning & Probate in Buffalo
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business & Corporate Law in Buffalo
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael B. Sexton is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New York →
Health Care Law in Buffalo
Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.
Michael B. Sexton is one of 66,157 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Buffalo
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 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.
Buffalo Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Buffalo-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 Buffalo Choose Michael B. Sexton
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 B. Sexton's practice in the field of estate planning, business, and health care.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael B. Sexton brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering estate planning, business, and health care, Michael B. Sexton can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Buffalo
A Buffalo-based practice means Michael B. Sexton 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 B. Sexton Handles in Buffalo
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael B. Sexton has experience with under New York law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael B. Sexton directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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