Atty. Michael James Byars

Atty. Michael James Byars

Michael James Byars is a lawyer practicing lawsuits & disputes, government. Michael received a B.A. degree from Fordham University in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years.

New York New York 25 yrs experience 25 year
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About Michael James Byars at a glance

Michael James Byars is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on litigation and government. Admitted to practice in New York (2001), Massachusetts (2001), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (2004), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2004). Educated at New York University (J.D., 2000) and Fordham University (B.A., 1996). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael James Byars is a lawyer practicing lawsuits & disputes, government
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Fordham University in 1996, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Michael practices at Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James Byars's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 New York 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

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Where is Michael James Byars's law office located?
Michael James Byars's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James Byars handle?
Michael James Byars focuses on litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael James Byars practiced law?
Michael James Byars has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Michael James Byars go to law school?
Michael James Byars earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Michael James Byars for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York University
- 2000
B.A.
Fordham University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2001
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2001
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2004

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