Atty. Michael E. Shay
Michael E. Shay is a lawyer practicing negligence, premises security, construction law and 3 other areas of law.
Construction Law & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 51+ Years Experience
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About Michael E. Shay at a Glance
Michael E. Shay is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Ken Maguire and Associates LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on personal injury, construction, securities, product liability, and insurance. Admitted to practice in New York (1975) and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Ci (1975). Educated at New York Law School (J.D., 1974) and Ithaca College (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael E. Shay
- Michael E. Shay is a lawyer practicing negligence, premises security, construction law and 3 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Ithaca College in 1970, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Michael practices at Ken Maguire and Associates LLP in New York, NY
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Michael E. Shay's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael E. Shay handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Personal Injury in New York
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Construction Law in New York
Michael E. Shay is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in New York →
Securities Law in New York
Michael E. Shay is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys in New York →
Product Liability in New York
Michael E. Shay is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability 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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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 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 E. Shay
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 E. Shay's practice in the field of personal injury, construction, securities, product liability, and insurance.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael E. Shay brings 51+ 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 U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Ci, Michael E. Shay can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, construction, and securities, Michael E. Shay 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 E. Shay 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 E. Shay Handles in New York
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