Atty. Michael Block
Michael Block is a lawyer practicing dwi, osha, speeding and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years.
DWI & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 40+ Years Experience
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About Michael Block at a Glance
Michael Block is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Michael Block, Traffic Ticket Attorney. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, employment, and traffic. Admitted to practice in New York (1986). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1985) and State University of New York at Stony Brook (B.A., 1979). Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Block
- Michael Block is a lawyer practicing dwi, osha, speeding and 5 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Stony Brook in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Michael practices at Michael Block, Traffic Ticket Attorney in New York, NY
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Michael Block's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Block handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
DUI / DWI Defense in New York
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Criminal Defense in New York
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Employment Law in New York
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Traffic Violations 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 Michael Block
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 Block's practice in the field of dui/dwi, criminal defense, employment, and traffic.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Block brings 40+ 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 dui/dwi, criminal defense, and employment, Michael Block 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 Michael Block 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 Michael Block Handles in New York
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