Atty. Michael Gerard
Michael Gerard is a lawyer practicing commercial, appeals, litigation. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years.
Appeals & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 20+ Years Experience
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About Michael Gerard at a Glance
Michael Gerard is a business, litigation, and appellate attorney based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Admitted to practice in New York (2006), Pennsylvania (2012), and New Jersey (2014). Educated at Cornell University Law School (J.D., 2005) and University of Michigan (B.A., 2002). Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Gerard
- Michael Gerard is a lawyer practicing commercial, appeals, litigation
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 2002, and has been licensed for 20 years
- Michael practices in Philadelphia, PA
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Michael Gerard's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Gerard handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Business & Corporate Law in Philadelphia
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Philadelphia
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Appellate Practice in Philadelphia
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia Choose Michael Gerard
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 Gerard's practice in the field of business, litigation, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Gerard brings 20+ 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, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, Michael Gerard can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, litigation, and appellate, Michael Gerard can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Michael Gerard 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 Gerard Handles in Philadelphia
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