Atty. Michael P Morrissey

Atty. Michael P Morrissey

Michael P Morrissey is a lawyer practicing commercial, violent crime, complex commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1994, and has been licensed for 16 years.

New York New York 16 yrs experience 16 year
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About Michael P Morrissey at a glance

Michael P Morrissey is an Associate based in New York, New York, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, securities, and litigation. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2010), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (2010), New York (2011), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (2011). Educated at Fordham University School of Law (J.D., 2010) and University of Massachusetts (B.A., 1994). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael P Morrissey is a lawyer practicing commercial, violent crime, complex commercial litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Massachusetts in 1994, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Michael practices at Sidley Austin LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael P Morrissey's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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White Collar Crimes

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 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 Morrissey

Where is Michael P Morrissey's law office located?
Michael P Morrissey's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael P Morrissey handle?
Michael P Morrissey focuses on criminal defense, business, white collar, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael P Morrissey practiced law?
Michael P Morrissey has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Michael P Morrissey go to law school?
Michael P Morrissey earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.A., 1994).
How can I contact Michael P Morrissey for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Fordham University School of Law
- 2010
B.A.
University of Massachusetts
- 1994

Bar Admissions

New Jersey
Admitted: 2010
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 2010
New York
Admitted: 2011
U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
Admitted: 2011
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
Admitted: 2011

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