Atty. Michael Philip Barocas

Atty. Michael Philip Barocas

Michael Philip Barocas is a lawyer practicing banking law, insolvency. Michael received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years.

New York New York 36 yrs experience 36 year
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About Michael Philip Barocas at a glance

Michael Philip Barocas is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Otterbourg P.C.. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Their practice focuses on business and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in New York (1990). Educated at University of Pennsylvania (J.D., 1989) and State University of New York at Albany (B.S., 1986). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Philip Barocas is a lawyer practicing banking law, insolvency
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1986, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Michael practices at Otterbourg P.C. in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Philip Barocas's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Bankruptcy & Debt

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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 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

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Where is Michael Philip Barocas's law office located?
Michael Philip Barocas's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Otterbourg P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Philip Barocas handle?
Michael Philip Barocas focuses on business, bankruptcy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael Philip Barocas practiced law?
Michael Philip Barocas has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Michael Philip Barocas go to law school?
Michael Philip Barocas earned their education at (J.D., 1989); (B.S., 1986).
How can I contact Michael Philip Barocas for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania
- 1989
B.S.
State University of New York at Albany
- 1986

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1990

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