Atty. Michael Joseph Russo

Atty. Michael Joseph Russo

Dr. Michael Joseph Russo is a lawyer practicing commercial, corporate, business and 12 other areas of law.

New York New York 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Michael Joseph Russo at a glance

Michael Joseph Russo is a Com. Pleas J. based in New York, New York, practicing at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1985) and New York (2014). Educated at Cleveland State University (J.D., 1985) and Old Dominion University (M.A. University, 1980). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Dr. Michael Joseph Russo is a lawyer practicing commercial, corporate, business and 12 other areas of law
  • Michael received a M.A. degree from Old Dominion University in 1980, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Michael practices at Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Joseph Russo's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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

Common questions about Michael Joseph Russo

Where is Michael Joseph Russo's law office located?
Michael Joseph Russo'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.
What practice areas does Michael Joseph Russo handle?
Michael Joseph Russo focuses on trusts, probate, personal injury, criminal defense, family law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael Joseph Russo practiced law?
Michael Joseph Russo has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Michael Joseph Russo go to law school?
Michael Joseph Russo earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (M.A. University, 1980).
How can I contact Michael Joseph Russo for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Cleveland State University
- 1985
M.A. University
Old Dominion University
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1985
New York
Admitted: 2014

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