Atty. Michael Fred Baum
Michael Fred Baum is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, civil litigation and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at New Paltz in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Brooklyn, NY · 47+ Years Experience
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About Michael Fred Baum at a Glance
Michael Fred Baum is a Brooklyn Defender Services based in Brooklyn, New York. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New York (1979). Educated at New England School of Law (J.D., 1978) and State University of New York at New Paltz (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Fred Baum
- Michael Fred Baum is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, civil litigation and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at New Paltz in 1973, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Michael practices in Brooklyn, NY
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Michael Fred Baum's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Fred Baum handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Brooklyn.
Criminal Defense in Brooklyn
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Brooklyn
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Civil Litigation in Brooklyn
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Brooklyn
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 Brooklyn 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.
Brooklyn Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Brooklyn-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 Brooklyn Choose Michael Fred Baum
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 Fred Baum's practice in the field of criminal defense, family law, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Fred Baum brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, family law, and litigation, Michael Fred Baum can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Brooklyn
A Brooklyn-based practice means Michael Fred Baum attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael Fred Baum Handles in Brooklyn
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