Atty. Michael Edward Duffy

Atty. Michael Edward Duffy

Michael E. Duffy, Managing Partner and General Counsel of the Long Island, New York law firm, Duffy & Duffy is a highly experienced civil litigator with a passion for the law and a desire to represent victims of medical malpractice.

Uniondale Uniondale 31 yrs experience 31 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Edward Duffy at a glance

Michael Edward Duffy is a trusts, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, and real estate attorney based in Uniondale, New York, practicing at Duffy & Duffy, PLLC. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Admitted to practice in New York (1995) and Indiana (2010). Educated at St John's University School of Law (JD, 1994) and Indiana University-Bloomington (—). Serands clients in Uniondale, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael E. Duffy, Managing Partner and General Counsel of the Long Island, New York law firm, Duffy & Duffy is a highly experienced civil litigator with a passion for the law and a desire to represent victims of medical malpractice
  • Mr. Duffy concentrates his practice on catastrophically injured victims and wrongful death claims involving medical malpractice and personal injury in New York
  • Throughout his career he has been actively involved in a number of professional organizations and has been repeatedly named in Best Lawyers in America
  • He has recovered millions of dollars on behalf of his clients and his landmark settlements have been widely publicized both locally and nationally
  • As an active member of various trial and NY Bar associations, Mr. Michael E. Duffy is also very involved in philanthropic endeavors and giving back to the community, having served on the board of directors of United Cerebral Palsy of Suffolk County, “We Care” of the Nassau County Bar Association, the Adelphi Breast Cancer Coalition, Cancer Care of Long Island, among many other worthwhile local causes

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Edward Duffy's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Personal Injury

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Real Estate 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 Uniondale 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 Edward Duffy

Where is Michael Edward Duffy's law office located?
Michael Edward Duffy's law practice is located in Uniondale, New York. The firm is Duffy & Duffy, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Edward Duffy handle?
Michael Edward Duffy focuses on trusts, probate, medical malpractice, personal injury, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael Edward Duffy practiced law?
Michael Edward Duffy has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Michael Edward Duffy go to law school?
Michael Edward Duffy earned their education at (JD, 1994); (—).
How can I contact Michael Edward Duffy for a consultation?
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Education

JD
St John's University School of Law
- 1994
Indiana University-Bloomington
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1995
Indiana
Admitted: 2010

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