Atty. Michael Keith Chernick

Atty. Michael Keith Chernick

Michael Keith Chernick is a lawyer practicing gaming, communications & media, leveraged finance and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years.

New York New York 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Keith Chernick at a glance

Michael Keith Chernick is a Partner, Corporate Department based in New York, New York, practicing at Paul Hastings LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York (1991) and Florida (1994). Educated at Cornell Law School (J.D., 1990) and Emory University (B.A., 1987). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Keith Chernick is a lawyer practicing gaming, communications & media, leveraged finance and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Emory University in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Michael practices at Paul Hastings LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Keith Chernick's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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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 Keith Chernick

Where is Michael Keith Chernick's law office located?
Michael Keith Chernick's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Paul Hastings LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Keith Chernick handle?
Michael Keith Chernick focuses on business, m&a, securities, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael Keith Chernick practiced law?
Michael Keith Chernick has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Michael Keith Chernick go to law school?
Michael Keith Chernick earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
How can I contact Michael Keith Chernick for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Cornell Law School
- 1990
B.A.
Emory University
- 1987

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1991
Florida
Admitted: 1994

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