Atty. Michael Douglas Howald

Atty. Michael Douglas Howald

Michael Douglas Howald is a lawyer practicing civil litigation. Michael received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years.

Staten Island Staten Island 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Michael Douglas Howald at a glance

Michael Douglas Howald is a litigation attorney based in Staten Island, New York. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in California (Inactive) (1982), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1983), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1985). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1982) and Stanford University (B.A., 1979). Serands clients in Staten Island, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Douglas Howald is a lawyer practicing civil litigation
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Michael practices in Staten Island, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Douglas Howald's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Staten Island 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 Douglas Howald's law office located?
Michael Douglas Howald's law practice is located in Staten Island, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Douglas Howald handle?
Michael Douglas Howald focuses on litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael Douglas Howald practiced law?
Michael Douglas Howald has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Michael Douglas Howald go to law school?
Michael Douglas Howald earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (B.A., 1979).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1982
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1979

Bar Admissions

California (Inactive)
Admitted: 1982
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1985

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