Atty. Michael Earl Comerford

Atty. Michael Earl Comerford

Michael Earl Comerford is a lawyer practicing capital markets, communications & media, compensation and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1993, and has been licensed for 23 years.

New York New York 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Earl Comerford at a glance

Michael Earl Comerford is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Paul Hastings LLP. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on bankruptcy, environmental, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (2003), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2003), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (2003). Educated at St. John's University School of Law (J.D., 2002) and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (B.S., 1993). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Earl Comerford is a lawyer practicing capital markets, communications & media, compensation and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in 1993, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Michael practices at Paul Hastings LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Earl Comerford's Areas of Practice

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

Bankruptcy & Debt

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Environmental Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Earl Comerford

Where is Michael Earl Comerford's law office located?
Michael Earl Comerford's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Paul Hastings LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Earl Comerford handle?
Michael Earl Comerford focuses on bankruptcy, environmental, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael Earl Comerford practiced law?
Michael Earl Comerford has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
Where did Michael Earl Comerford go to law school?
Michael Earl Comerford earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (B.S., 1993).
How can I contact Michael Earl Comerford for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. John's University School of Law
- 2002
B.S.
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
- 1993

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2003
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 2003

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