Atty. Michael K. Cantwell

Atty. Michael K. Cantwell

Michael K. Cantwell is a lawyer practicing civil rights, trademarks, copyrights and 3 other areas of law.

New York New York 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael K. Cantwell at a glance

Michael K. Cantwell is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Henry R. Kaufman, P.C.. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, ip licensing, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in New York (1994), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1994), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit (1997). Educated at New York University School of Law (LL.M. St., 1997) and City College of the City University of New York (B.A. New, 1976). Active member of The New York City Bar Association (Trademarks and Unfair Competition Committee) The Trademark Reporter (Editorial Board) Copyright Society of the U, S, and A. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael K. Cantwell is a lawyer practicing civil rights, trademarks, copyrights and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from City College of the City University of New York in 1976, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Michael practices at Henry R. Kaufman, P.C. in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael K. Cantwell's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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IP Licensing

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Civil Rights

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Jurisdictional Context

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 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 K. Cantwell

Where is Michael K. Cantwell's law office located?
Michael K. Cantwell's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Henry R. Kaufman, P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael K. Cantwell handle?
Michael K. Cantwell focuses on trademark, copyright, ip, ip licensing, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael K. Cantwell practiced law?
Michael K. Cantwell has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Michael K. Cantwell go to law school?
Michael K. Cantwell earned their education at (LL.M. St., 1997); (B.A. New, 1976).
How can I contact Michael K. Cantwell for a consultation?
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Education

LL.M. St.
New York University School of Law
- 1997
B.A. New
City College of the City University of New York
- 1976

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York and U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1997

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