Atty. Michael Canick Schwartz

Atty. Michael Canick Schwartz

Michael Canick Schwartz is a lawyer practicing civil rights, police abuse and misconduct, employment discrimination and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Cornell in 1975, and has been licensed for 43 years.

Philadelphia Philadelphia 43 yrs experience 43 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Canick Schwartz at a glance

Michael Canick Schwartz is a Member based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at James, Schwartz & Associates, P.C.. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on discrimination, criminal defense, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1983) and Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S. (1983). Educated at American University, Washington College of Law (J.D., 1982) and Cornell (B.A., 1975). Serands clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Canick Schwartz is a lawyer practicing civil rights, police abuse and misconduct, employment discrimination and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Cornell in 1975, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • Michael practices at James, Schwartz & Associates, P.C. in Philadelphia, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Canick Schwartz's Areas of Practice

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

Workplace Discrimination

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Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Canick Schwartz

Where is Michael Canick Schwartz's law office located?
Michael Canick Schwartz's law practice is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The firm is James, Schwartz & Associates, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Canick Schwartz handle?
Michael Canick Schwartz focuses on discrimination, criminal defense, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Michael Canick Schwartz practiced law?
Michael Canick Schwartz has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did Michael Canick Schwartz go to law school?
Michael Canick Schwartz earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Michael Canick Schwartz for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
American University, Washington College of Law
- 1982
B.A.
Cornell
- 1975

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1983
Pennsylvania U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit U.S.
Admitted: 1983

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