Atty. Michael G. Kushner

Atty. Michael G. Kushner

Michael G. Kushner is a lawyer practicing erisa, domestic and international tax, corporate and 3 other areas of law.

New York New York 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About Michael G. Kushner at a glance

Michael G. Kushner is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Locke Lord LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on employment, business, international tax, and securities. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1977), District of Columbia (1979), Maryland (1980), and New York (2005). Educated at George Washington University (LL.M. Taxation, 1982) and George Washington University (B.A. Taxation, 1974). Active member of Deputy Chair, Section on Health Law Subcommittee on Employee Welfare Benefits, American Bar Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael G. Kushner is a lawyer practicing erisa, domestic and international tax, corporate and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael G. received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Michael G. practices at Locke Lord LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael G. Kushner's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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International Tax

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Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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

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Where is Michael G. Kushner's law office located?
Michael G. Kushner's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Locke Lord LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael G. Kushner handle?
Michael G. Kushner focuses on employment, business, international tax, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael G. Kushner practiced law?
Michael G. Kushner has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Michael G. Kushner go to law school?
Michael G. Kushner earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1982); (B.A. Taxation, 1974).
How can I contact Michael G. Kushner for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. Taxation
George Washington University
- 1982
B.A. Taxation
George Washington University
- 1974

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1977
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979
Maryland
Admitted: 1980
New York
Admitted: 2005

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