Atty. Michael R. Butowsky

Atty. Michael R. Butowsky

Michael R. Butowsky is a lawyer practicing banking & finance, financial institutions litigation & regulation, private equity and 5 other areas of law.

New York New York 42 yrs experience 42 year
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About Michael R. Butowsky at a glance

Michael R. Butowsky is an Of Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Jones Day. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1984) and New York (1987). Educated at Boston University (J.D., 1984) and Boston University (B.A., 1981). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael R. Butowsky is a lawyer practicing banking & finance, financial institutions litigation & regulation, private equity and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Boston University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Michael practices at Jones Day in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael R. Butowsky's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael R. Butowsky 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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Real Estate Law

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Civil Litigation

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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

Common questions about Michael R. Butowsky

Where is Michael R. Butowsky's law office located?
Michael R. Butowsky's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Jones Day. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael R. Butowsky handle?
Michael R. Butowsky focuses on business, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael R. Butowsky practiced law?
Michael R. Butowsky has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Michael R. Butowsky go to law school?
Michael R. Butowsky earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Michael R. Butowsky for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boston University
- 1984
B.A.
Boston University
- 1981

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1984
New York
Admitted: 1987

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