Atty. Michael J. Gerstein

Atty. Michael J. Gerstein

Michael J. Gerstein is a lawyer practicing commercial law, corporate litigation, arbitration law and 2 other areas of law.

Brooklyn Brooklyn 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael J. Gerstein at a glance

Michael J. Gerstein is a Crim. Ct. J. based in Brooklyn, New York. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on copyright, business, bankruptcy, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in New York (1973), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New (1975), and U.S. Supreme Court (1997). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1973) and Brooklyn College (B.A., 1970). Serands clients in Brooklyn, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael J. Gerstein is a lawyer practicing commercial law, corporate litigation, arbitration law and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Michael practices in Brooklyn, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Gerstein's Areas of Practice

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

Copyright Law

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Michael J. Gerstein is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in New York →

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 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 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

Common questions about Michael J. Gerstein

Where is Michael J. Gerstein's law office located?
Michael J. Gerstein's law practice is located in Brooklyn, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Gerstein handle?
Michael J. Gerstein focuses on copyright, business, bankruptcy, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael J. Gerstein practiced law?
Michael J. Gerstein has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Michael J. Gerstein go to law school?
Michael J. Gerstein earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Michael J. Gerstein for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1973
B.A.
Brooklyn College
- 1970

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1973
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of New
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1997

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