Atty. Michael Nertney
Michael Nertney is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, securities & investment fraud and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Siena College in 1995, and has been licensed for 26 years.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 26+ Years Experience
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About Michael Nertney at a Glance
Michael Nertney is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Ellenoff Grossman & Schole LLP. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Their practice focuses on estate planning, business, real estate, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in New York (2000). Educated at Albany Law School of Union University (J.D., 1999) and Siena College (B.S. Finance, 1995). Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Nertney
- Michael Nertney is a lawyer practicing estate planning, real estate, securities & investment fraud and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from Siena College in 1995, and has been licensed for 26 years
- Michael practices at Ellenoff Grossman & Schole LLP in New York, NY
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Michael Nertney's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Nertney handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Estate Planning & Probate in New York
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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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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Real Estate Law in New York
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Securities Law in New York
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Consumer Protection in New York
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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 Nertney
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 Nertney's practice in the field of estate planning, business, real estate, securities, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Nertney brings 26+ 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 estate planning, business, and real estate, Michael Nertney 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 Nertney 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 Nertney Handles in New York
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