Atty. Michael John Barker
Michael John Barker is a lawyer practicing communications / media, advertising, real estate and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Sussex in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years.
Advertising & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 33+ Years Experience
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About Michael John Barker at a Glance
Michael John Barker is a Partner, Real Estate based in New York, New York, practicing at Fried Frank Harris Shriver And Jacobson Llp. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on real estate, m&a, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Supreme Court of England and Wales (1993) and New York (1999). Educated at The College of Law (J.D., 1991) and University of Sussex (B.A., 1990). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael John Barker
- Michael John Barker is a lawyer practicing communications / media, advertising, real estate and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Sussex in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
- Michael practices at Fried, Frank, Harris, Shriver & Jacobson LLP in New York, NY
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Michael John Barker's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael John Barker handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Real Estate Law in New York
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in New York
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Entertainment & Sports Law in New York
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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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 venue, 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Michael John Barker
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 John Barker's practice in the field of real estate, m&a, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael John Barker brings 33+ 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 Supreme Court of England and Wales and New York, Michael John Barker can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate, m&a, and entertainment, Michael John Barker can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Michael John Barker 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 John Barker Handles in New York
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