Atty. Michael Patrick Smith
Michael Patrick Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation, international litigation, defense, and arbitration, maritime. Michael received a B.A. degree from Boston University, and has been licensed for 24 years.
International Litigation, Defense And Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 24+ Years Experience
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About Michael Patrick Smith at a Glance
Michael Patrick Smith is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Blank Rome LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on litigation, adr, and maritime. Admitted to practice in New Jersey (2002) and New York (2002). Educated at Dickinson School of Law (J.D., 2001) and Boston University B.A. (—). Active member of Memberships New York State Bar Association. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Patrick Smith
- Michael Patrick Smith is a lawyer practicing litigation, international litigation, defense, and arbitration, maritime
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Boston University, and has been licensed for 24 years
- Michael practices at Blank Rome LLP in New York, NY
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Michael Patrick Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Patrick Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Civil Litigation in New York
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Mediation & Arbitration in New York
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
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Maritime & Admiralty Law in New York
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
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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 Patrick Smith
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 Patrick Smith's practice in the field of litigation, adr, and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Patrick Smith brings 24+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New Jersey and New York, Michael Patrick Smith can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering litigation, adr, and maritime, Michael Patrick Smith 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 Patrick Smith 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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