Atty. Michael Eric Appelbaum
Michael Eric Appelbaum is a lawyer practicing civil litigation and trial, municipal and government law, retail and hospitality and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Hobart College in 1992, and has been licensed for 66 years.
Civil Litigation And Trial & More Attorney · Serving Buffalo, NY · 66+ Years Experience
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About Michael Eric Appelbaum at a Glance
Michael Eric Appelbaum is a Partner based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Goldberg Segalla LLP. They have 66+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1960. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, litigation, government, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Western Districts of New York (1960) and Connecticut (1996). Educated at Quinnipiac University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and Hobart College (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Professional Affiliations •Bar Association of Erie County •New York State Bar Association •Western New York Trial Lawyers Association: Past Director. Serves clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Eric Appelbaum
- Michael Eric Appelbaum is a lawyer practicing civil litigation and trial, municipal and government law, retail and hospitality and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Hobart College in 1992, and has been licensed for 66 years
- Michael practices at Goldberg Segalla LLP in Buffalo, NY and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Eric Appelbaum's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Eric Appelbaum handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Buffalo.
Car Accidents in Buffalo
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in Buffalo
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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Civil Litigation in Buffalo
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Government & Administrative Law in Buffalo
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Michael Eric Appelbaum is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in New York →
Entertainment & Sports Law in Buffalo
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Buffalo
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 Buffalo 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.
Buffalo Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Buffalo-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 Buffalo Choose Michael Eric Appelbaum
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 Eric Appelbaum's practice in the field of car accidents, personal injury, litigation, government, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Eric Appelbaum brings 66+ 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 U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Western Districts of New York and Connecticut, Michael Eric Appelbaum can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, personal injury, and litigation, Michael Eric Appelbaum can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Buffalo
A Buffalo-based practice means Michael Eric Appelbaum 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 Eric Appelbaum Handles in Buffalo
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