Atty. Michael D Hynes
Michael D Hynes is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, litigation and arbitration, insurance and reinsurance and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a degree from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1994, and has been licensed for 26 years.
Bankruptcy & Debt & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 26+ Years Experience
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About Michael D Hynes at a Glance
Michael D Hynes is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at DLA Piper LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, class action, litigation, government, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New York (2000) and New Jersey U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court, District of New Je (2000). Educated at Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology (J.D., 1999) and Ohio Wesleyan University (B.A, 1994). Active member of Association of the Bar of the City of New York New York County, New York State and New Jersey State Bar Associations. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael D Hynes
- Michael D Hynes is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, litigation and arbitration, insurance and reinsurance and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a degree from Ohio Wesleyan University in 1994, and has been licensed for 26 years
- Michael practices at DLA Piper LLP in New York, NY
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Michael D Hynes's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael D Hynes handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Bankruptcy & Debt in New York
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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Class Action in New York
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Civil Litigation in New York
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Government & Administrative Law in New York
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Michael D Hynes is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in New York →
Insurance Law in New York
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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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 D Hynes
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 D Hynes's practice in the field of bankruptcy, class action, litigation, government, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael D Hynes brings 26+ 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. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court, District of New Je, Michael D Hynes can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering bankruptcy, class action, and litigation, Michael D Hynes 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 D Hynes 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 D Hynes Handles in New York
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