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Atty. Michael Jay Crames

Atty. Michael Jay Crames

Michael Jay Crames is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, chapter 13 bankruptcy, chapter 7 bankruptcy. Michael received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1956, and has been licensed for 65 years.

New York New York 65 Years Experience 65 year
Call (332) 242-3747

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About Michael Jay Crames at a glance

Michael Jay Crames is an Associate based in New York, New York, practforg at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. They haand 65+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1961. Admitted to practice in New York (1961). Educated at New York University (J.D., 1961) and Amherst College (B.A., 1956). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Jay Crames is a lawyer practicing bankruptcy & debt, chapter 13 bankruptcy, chapter 7 bankruptcy
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 1956, and has been licensed for 65 years
  • Michael practices at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP in New York, NY

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Practforg law in New York. Legal matters in New York are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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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Where is Michael Jay Crames's law office located?
Michael Jay Crames's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Michael Jay Crames practiced law?
Michael Jay Crames has 65+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1961.
Where did Michael Jay Crames go to law school?
Michael Jay Crames earned their education at (J.D., 1961); (B.A., 1956).
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Michael Jay Crames's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
New York University
- 1961
B.A.
Amherst College
- 1956

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1961

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