Atty. Michael P. Connors

Atty. Michael P. Connors

Michael P. Connors is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, executive compensation, social security.

Melville Melville 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Michael P. Connors at a glance

Michael P. Connors is a Partner based in Melville, New York, practicing at Smith & Downey, P.A.. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on employment, ssd, securities, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1989) and New York (1993). Educated at Catholic University of America Law School (J.D., 1989) and Villanova University (B.A., 1986). Active member of Maryland State and New York State Bar Associations Pension Council of Long Island. Serands clients in Melville, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael P. Connors is a lawyer practicing employee benefits, executive compensation, social security
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Villanova University in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Michael practices at Smith & Downey, P.A. in Melville, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael P. Connors's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Social Security Disability

SSDI and SSI attorneys for disability claims, denied benefits, and Social Security appeals.

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Securities Law

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Employment Contracts

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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 Melville 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 P. Connors

Where is Michael P. Connors's law office located?
Michael P. Connors's law practice is located in Melville, New York. The firm is Smith & Downey, P.A.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael P. Connors handle?
Michael P. Connors focuses on employment, ssd, securities, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael P. Connors practiced law?
Michael P. Connors has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Michael P. Connors go to law school?
Michael P. Connors earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.A., 1986).
How can I contact Michael P. Connors for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Catholic University of America Law School
- 1989
B.A.
Villanova University
- 1986

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1989
New York
Admitted: 1993

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