Atty. Michael L. Moskowitz
Member, Admissions Committee, 1980-1981. Student Law Clerk to Hon.
Banking & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 44+ Years Experience
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About Michael L. Moskowitz at a Glance
Michael L. Moskowitz is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Falcon Rappaport & Berkman LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on divorce, contracts, employment, business, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in New York (1982), U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1982), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit (1989). Educated at Hofstra University School of Law (J.D. Member, 1982) and Long Island University C.W. Post College B.S. Delta Mu Delta Long Island University C.W. Post College B.S. Deans List Long Island University C.W. Post College B.S. Elected Long Island Univers (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bankruptcy Institute. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael L. Moskowitz
- Member, Admissions Committee, 1980-1981
- Student Law Clerk to Hon. Roy Babitt, U.S
- Bankruptcy Judge, Southern District of New York, 1980-1981
- Former Member, Local Bankruptcy Rules Committee, United States Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of New York, 1986-1988
Practice Areas Explained
Michael L. Moskowitz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael L. Moskowitz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Divorce in New York
A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.
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Contracts in New York
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Employment Law in New York
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in New York
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
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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 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
Choosing a New York-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in New York Choose Michael L. Moskowitz
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 L. Moskowitz's practice in the field of divorce, contracts, employment, business, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael L. Moskowitz brings 44+ 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 New York, U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Michael L. Moskowitz can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering divorce, contracts, and employment, Michael L. Moskowitz 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 L. Moskowitz attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael L. Moskowitz Handles in New York
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