Atty. Michael R. Graif

Atty. Michael R. Graif

Michael R. Graif is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, life sciences, technology and 3 other areas of law.

New York New York 34 yrs experience 34 year
Call (332) 388-8138 Book Appointment

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About Michael R. Graif at a glance

Michael R. Graif is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on ip, entertainment, and internet. Admitted to practice in New York (1992) and Massachusetts (1992). Educated at University of Toronto LL.B. (—) and University of Pennsylvania B.S. magna cum laude (—). Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations New York Intellectual Property Law Association. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael R. Graif is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, life sciences, technology and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Pennsylvania, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Michael practices at Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael R. Graif's Areas of Practice

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

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Internet & Cyber Law

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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 R. Graif

Where is Michael R. Graif's law office located?
Michael R. Graif's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Curtis, Mallet-Prevost, Colt & Mosle LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael R. Graif handle?
Michael R. Graif focuses on ip, entertainment, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael R. Graif practiced law?
Michael R. Graif has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Michael R. Graif go to law school?
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Education

University of Toronto LL.B.
- In Progress
University of Pennsylvania B.S. magna cum laude
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1992
Massachusetts
Admitted: 1992

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