Atty. Michael James Kerr

Atty. Michael James Kerr

Michael James Kerr is a lawyer practicing commercial construction litigation, commercial contract law. Michael received a A.S. degree from Adirondack Community College in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael James Kerr at a glance

Michael James Kerr is an Asst. Co. Atty. based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on contracts and construction. Admitted to practice in New York (1985), U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York and U.S. Tax Court (1985), and Florida (1987). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1984) and Adirondack Community College (A.S. State, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael James Kerr is a lawyer practicing commercial construction litigation, commercial contract law
  • Michael received a A.S. degree from Adirondack Community College in 1979, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Michael practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James Kerr's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Construction Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Lauderdale are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Michael James Kerr's law office located?
Michael James Kerr's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James Kerr handle?
Michael James Kerr focuses on contracts, construction. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Michael James Kerr practiced law?
Michael James Kerr has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Michael James Kerr go to law school?
Michael James Kerr earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (A.S. State, 1979).
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What awards or recognition has Michael James Kerr received?
Michael James Kerr's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Albany Law School of Union University
- 1984
A.S. State
Adirondack Community College
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York and U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1985
Florida
Admitted: 1987

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