Atty. Michael C. Devine
Michael C. Devine is a lawyer practicing litigation, family law.
Family Law & More Attorney · Serving White Plains, NY · 60+ Years Experience
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About Michael C. Devine at a Glance
Michael C. Devine is a Member based in White Plains, New York, practicing at Kieffer and Hahn LLP. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on family law and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1966). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1966) and Princeton University (A.B., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael C. Devine
- Michael C. Devine is a lawyer practicing litigation, family law
- Michael received a A.B. degree from Princeton University in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years
- Michael practices at Kieffer and Hahn LLP in White Plains, NY
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Michael C. Devine's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael C. Devine handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in White Plains.
Family Law in White Plains
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Civil Litigation in White Plains
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in White Plains
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 White Plains 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.
White Plains Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a White Plains-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 White Plains Choose Michael C. Devine
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 C. Devine's practice in the field of family law and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael C. Devine brings 60+ 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 family law and litigation, Michael C. Devine can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in White Plains
A White Plains-based practice means Michael C. Devine 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 C. Devine Handles in White Plains
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