Atty. Michael Raphael Schlessinger
Michael Raphael Schlessinger is a lawyer practicing tax law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years.
Tax Law Attorney · Serving Stamford, CT · 42+ Years Experience
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About Michael Raphael Schlessinger at a Glance
Michael Raphael Schlessinger is a Global Tax Dir. based in Stamford, Connecticut. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on tax. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984) and Connecticut (2009). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1984) and Carleton College (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Stamford, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Raphael Schlessinger
- Michael Raphael Schlessinger is a lawyer practicing tax law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Carleton College in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Michael practices in Stamford, CT
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Michael Raphael Schlessinger's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Raphael Schlessinger handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Stamford.
Tax Law in Stamford
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Stamford
Practicing law in Connecticut. Legal matters in Connecticut are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Stamford are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Connecticut state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Connecticut 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 Connecticut courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Stamford Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Stamford-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 Stamford Choose Michael Raphael Schlessinger
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 Raphael Schlessinger's practice in the field of tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Raphael Schlessinger brings 42+ 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 Illinois and Connecticut, Michael Raphael Schlessinger can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Tax Practice
Concentrating on tax means Michael Raphael Schlessinger's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Stamford
A Stamford-based practice means Michael Raphael Schlessinger 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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Common Legal Issues Michael Raphael Schlessinger Handles in Stamford
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