Atty. Michael J. Licker
Michael J. Licker is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy / chapter 13, bankruptcy / chapter 11, auditor defense and 5 other areas of law.
Auditor Defense & More Attorney · Serving Boston, MA · 16+ Years Experience
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About Michael J. Licker at a Glance
Michael J. Licker is an Associate based in Boston, Massachusetts, practicing at Foley Hoag LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on chapter 13, business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, and white collar. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals First Circuit U.S. District Court for the District of Massachuse (2010) and New York (2018). Educated at Northeastern University School of Law (J.D., 2010) and Syracuse University (B.A., 2006). Active member of Boston Bar Association (Member, New Lawyers Section Liaison to the Bankruptcy Section Co-Chair, New Lawyers Section Social Committee) Massachusetts Bar Association American Bar Association. Serves clients in Boston, MA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael J. Licker
- Michael J. Licker is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy / chapter 13, bankruptcy / chapter 11, auditor defense and 5 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Syracuse University in 2006, and has been licensed for 16 years
- Michael practices at Foley Hoag LLP in Boston, MA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael J. Licker's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael J. Licker handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Boston.
Chapter 13 Bankruptcy in Boston
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Business & Corporate Law in Boston
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael J. Licker is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Massachusetts →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Boston
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Michael J. Licker is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Massachusetts →
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy in Boston
Michael J. Licker is one of 5,795 chapter 11 attorneys indexed nationally. Browse chapter 11 attorneys in Massachusetts →
White Collar Crimes in Boston
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Boston
Practicing law in Massachusetts. Legal matters in Massachusetts are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Boston are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Massachusetts state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Boston Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Boston-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 Boston Choose Michael J. Licker
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 J. Licker's practice in the field of chapter 13, business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, and white collar.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael J. Licker brings 16+ 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 Massachusetts U.S. Court of Appeals First Circuit U.S. District Court for the District of Massachuse and New York, Michael J. Licker can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering chapter 13, business, and bankruptcy, Michael J. Licker can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Boston
A Boston-based practice means Michael J. Licker attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael J. Licker Handles in Boston
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