Atty. Michael Brian Sena
Michael Brian Sena is a lawyer practicing product liability, toxic tort team, litigation and 3 other areas of law. Michael has been licensed for 45 years.
Litigation & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 45+ Years Experience
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About Michael Brian Sena at a Glance
Michael Brian Sena is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on personal injury, class action, product liability, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (1981) and New Jersey U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern Dis (1999). Educated at St. John's University School of Law J.D. cum laude (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Brian Sena
- Michael Brian Sena is a lawyer practicing product liability, toxic tort team, litigation and 3 other areas of law
- Michael has been licensed for 45 years
- Michael practices at Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Brian Sena's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Brian Sena handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Personal Injury in New York
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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Class Action in New York
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Product Liability in New York
Michael Brian Sena is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in New York →
Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Appellate Practice in New York
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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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 Brian Sena
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 Brian Sena's practice in the field of personal injury, class action, product liability, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Brian Sena 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 New Jersey U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern Dis, Michael Brian Sena can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, class action, and product liability, Michael Brian Sena 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 Brian Sena 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 Brian Sena Handles in New York
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