Atty. Michael Coppa

Atty. Michael Coppa

Michael Coppa is an associate in the Firm’s Real Estate, Finance, and Land Use group where he represents lenders, buyers, and sellers with a variety of real estate transactions. Michael focuses his practice on handling complex title matters, land use and zoning, bankruptcy and restructuring, and litigating landlord and tenant disputes in court.

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Michael Coppa is a real estate and zoning attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Norris McLaughlin PA. Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 2015). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

Michael Coppa is an associate in the Firm’s Real Estate, Finance, and Land Use group where he represents lenders, buyers, and sellers with a variety of real estate transactions.

Michael focuses his practice on handling complex title matters, land use and zoning, bankruptcy and restructuring, and litigating landlord and tenant disputes in court. He also regularly counsels cooperative boards, shareholder and condominium boards on potential and ongoing litigation, refinances, and general corporate matters. Michael assists clients in commercial transactions including mortgage financing and acquisition and performs due diligence including the review of tenant estoppels, title commitments, policies, and surveys.

Prior to joining Norris McLaughlin, Michael was an associate at New York-based firm focused on real estate, co-op, and condo law.

Michael is a graduate of New York Law School and received his B.A. from Rutgers University.

Michael was selected for inclusion in the 2024 Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America list in Land Use and Zoning Law and Real Estate Law.

Bar Admissions

  • New York

Areas of Practice

  • Real Estate, Finance, and Land Use

Education

  • New York Law School
    - J.D.
  • Rutgers University
    - B.S.

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Coppa's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Land Use & Zoning

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 andnue, 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.

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Where is Michael Coppa's law office located?
Michael Coppa's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Norris McLaughlin PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Coppa handle?
Michael Coppa focuses on real estate, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
Where did Michael Coppa go to law school?
Michael Coppa earned their education at (J.D., 2015).
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What awards or recognition has Michael Coppa received?
Michael Coppa's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law; Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law.

Education

J.D.
New York Law School
- 2015

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Land Use and Zoning Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026

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