Atty. Michael P. McKeating
Michael P. McKeating is a lawyer practicing employment law, criminal law, alternative dispute resolution and 4 other areas of law.
Alternative Dispute Resolution & More Attorney · Serving Orchard Park, NY · 37+ Years Experience
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About Michael P. McKeating at a Glance
Michael P. McKeating is a City Asst. Corp. Coun. & Dir. of Labor Rel. based in Orchard Park, New York, practicing at Michael P. Mckeating Attorney at Law. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, family law, employment, traffic, and government. Admitted to practice in New York (1989). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo (J.D., 1989) and State University of New York at Buffalo (M.A., 1974). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Erie County, New York State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Orchard Park, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael P. McKeating
- Michael P. McKeating is a lawyer practicing employment law, criminal law, alternative dispute resolution and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a M.A. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1974, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Michael practices at Michael P. Mckeating Attorney at Law in Orchard Park, NY
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Michael P. McKeating's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael P. McKeating handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Orchard Park.
Criminal Defense in Orchard Park
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Family Law in Orchard Park
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Employment Law in Orchard Park
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Traffic Violations in Orchard Park
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Government & Administrative Law in Orchard Park
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Orchard Park
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 Orchard Park 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.
Orchard Park Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Orchard Park-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 Orchard Park Choose Michael P. McKeating
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 P. McKeating's practice in the field of criminal defense, family law, employment, traffic, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael P. McKeating brings 37+ 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 criminal defense, family law, and employment, Michael P. McKeating can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Orchard Park
A Orchard Park-based practice means Michael P. McKeating 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 P. McKeating Handles in Orchard Park
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