Atty. Michael Gregory Rao

Atty. Michael Gregory Rao

Michael Gregory Rao is a lawyer practicing support and visitation law. Michael received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1983, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Rochester Rochester 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Michael Gregory Rao at a glance

Michael Gregory Rao is a Monroe Co. Fam. Ct. based in Rochester, New York. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on child custody. Admitted to practice in New York (1990). Educated at Albany Law School of Union College (J.D., 1989) and State University of New York at Albany (B.A., 1983). Serands clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Gregory Rao is a lawyer practicing support and visitation law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1983, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Michael practices in Rochester, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Gregory Rao's Areas of Practice

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

Child Custody & Visitation

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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 Rochester 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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Where is Michael Gregory Rao's law office located?
Michael Gregory Rao's law practice is located in Rochester, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Gregory Rao handle?
Michael Gregory Rao focuses on child custody. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael Gregory Rao practiced law?
Michael Gregory Rao has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Michael Gregory Rao go to law school?
Michael Gregory Rao earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1983).
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Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union College
- 1989
B.A.
State University of New York at Albany
- 1983

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1990

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