Atty. Michael Liss
Michael Liss is a lawyer practicing probate, real estate law, business law and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving White Plains, NY · 41+ Years Experience
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About Michael Liss at a Glance
Michael Liss is a Member based in White Plains, New York, practicing at Michael Liss Attorney at Law. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on wills, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (1985). Educated at Fordham University (J.D., 1984) and Johns Hopkins University (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serves clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Liss
- Michael Liss is a lawyer practicing probate, real estate law, business law and 3 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Johns Hopkins University in 1977, and has been licensed for 41 years
- Michael practices at Michael Liss Attorney at Law in White Plains, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Liss's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Liss handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in White Plains.
Wills in White Plains
Michael Liss is one of 34,363 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in New York →
Probate in White Plains
Michael Liss is one of 127,041 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in New York →
Estate Planning & Probate in White Plains
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Michael Liss is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New York →
Business & Corporate Law in White Plains
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael Liss is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New York →
Real Estate Law in White Plains
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael Liss is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in White Plains
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 White Plains 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.
White Plains Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a White Plains-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 White Plains Choose Michael Liss
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 Liss's practice in the field of wills, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Liss brings 41+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wills, probate, and estate planning, Michael Liss can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in White Plains
A White Plains-based practice means Michael Liss attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael Liss Handles in White Plains
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