Atty. Michael Kantor

Atty. Michael Kantor

Michael Kantor is a lawyer practicing agribusiness, banking & finance, emerging markets and 13 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1961, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 58 yrs experience 58 year
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About Michael Kantor at a glance

Michael Kantor is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practforg at Mayer Brown LLP. They haand 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in Florida (1968), District of Columbia (1972), and California (1975). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1968) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of Activities Chair of the Center on Communication Leadership & Policy (present) Vision to Learn, Board Member (present) U, S, and -China Clean Tech Center, Honorable Advisory Committee Member (present) Member of the Mayor's Blue Ribbon Committee (present) Board of Advisors of Drug Strategies (present) L. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Kantor is a lawyer practicing agribusiness, banking & finance, emerging markets and 13 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1961, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • Michael practices at Mayer Brown LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location

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

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Where is Michael Kantor's law office located?
Michael Kantor's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Mayer Brown LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Michael Kantor practiced law?
Michael Kantor has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did Michael Kantor go to law school?
Michael Kantor earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1961).
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What awards or recognition has Michael Kantor receiandd?
Michael Kantor's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1968
B.A.
Vanderbilt University
- 1961

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1968
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1972
California
Admitted: 1975

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