Atty. Michael James Flaherty
Michael James Flaherty is a lawyer practicing taxation, international law, corporate law. Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years.
Corporate Law & More Attorney · Serving Stamford, CT · 51+ Years Experience
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About Michael James Flaherty at a Glance
Michael James Flaherty is a Member based in Stamford, Connecticut, practicing at Michael J. Flaherty LLC. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business, tax, and international. Admitted to practice in California (1975) and Connecticut (1992). Educated at Golden Gate University School of Law (J.D., 1974) and University of Iowa (B.B.A., 1969). Active member of State Bar of California Connecticut Bar Association. Serves clients in Stamford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael James Flaherty
- Michael James Flaherty is a lawyer practicing taxation, international law, corporate law
- Michael received a B.B.A. degree from University of Iowa in 1969, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Michael practices at Michael J. Flaherty LLC in Stamford, CT
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Michael James Flaherty's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael James Flaherty handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Stamford.
Business & Corporate Law in Stamford
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael James Flaherty is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Connecticut →
Tax Law in Stamford
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Michael James Flaherty is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Connecticut →
International Law in Stamford
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Stamford
Practicing law in Connecticut. Legal matters in Connecticut are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Stamford are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Connecticut state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Connecticut 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 Connecticut courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Stamford Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Stamford-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 Stamford Choose Michael James Flaherty
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 James Flaherty's practice in the field of business, tax, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael James Flaherty brings 51+ 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 California and Connecticut, Michael James Flaherty can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, tax, and international, Michael James Flaherty can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Stamford
A Stamford-based practice means Michael James Flaherty 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 James Flaherty Handles in Stamford
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael James Flaherty has experience with under Connecticut law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael James Flaherty directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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