Atty. Michael J. Goonan

Atty. Michael J. Goonan

Michael J. Goonan focuses his practice on commercial real estate and asset-based finance transactions.

White Plains White Plains 14 yrs experience 14 year
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About Michael J. Goonan at a glance

Michael J. Goonan is a Shareholder based in White Plains, New York, practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (2012) and New Jersey (2012). Educated at Pace University School of Law J.D. cum laude Pace University School of Law J.D. 2011 Articles Editor Pace University School of Law J.D. Pace Law Review Pace University School of Law (LL.M. Land, 2011) and State University of New York at Albany (B.A., 2008). Serands clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael J. Goonan focuses his practice on commercial real estate and asset-based finance transactions
  • He represents lenders in a variety of transactions, including commercial real estate lending, construction and development financing, and loans secured by hedge fund interests, fine art and other forms of collateral
  • The attorney is providing legal services through and affiliated with Greenberg Traurig, LLP, a New York Limited Liability Partnership
  • Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome
  • Recognition & Leadership Awards & Accolades • Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, 'Ones to Watch,' Real Estate Law, 2021-2025 • Recipient, Land Use Center at Elisabeth Haub School of Law (Pace University), 'Distinguished Young Attorney Award,' 2023 • Team Member, Chambers & Partners USA Real Estate Law Firm of the Year, 2017-2018 and 2022 • Team Member, a U.S
  • News - Best Lawyers, 'Law Firm of the Year' in Real Estate Law, 2015 • Team Member, a Law360 'Real Estate Practice Group of the Year,' 2011-2013, 2015, 2019 and 2022-2023 • Team Member, The Legal 500 United States, 'Top Tier' Firm in Real Estate, 2013 and 2014

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Goonan's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 White Plains 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. Goonan

Where is Michael J. Goonan's law office located?
Michael J. Goonan's law practice is located in White Plains, New York. The firm is Greenberg Traurig, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Goonan handle?
Michael J. Goonan focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael J. Goonan practiced law?
Michael J. Goonan has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Michael J. Goonan go to law school?
Michael J. Goonan earned their education at (LL.M. Land, 2011); (B.A., 2008).
How can I contact Michael J. Goonan for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. Land
Pace University School of Law J.D. cum laude Pace University School of Law J.D. 2011 Articles Editor Pace University School of Law J.D. Pace Law Review Pace University School of Law
- 2011
B.A.
State University of New York at Albany
- 2008

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2012
New Jersey
Admitted: 2012

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