Atty. Michael S. Scher

Atty. Michael S. Scher

Michael is an experienced real estate attorney who has represented sellers, purchasers, landlords, tenants and borrowers for more than 35 years in numerous New York and national transactions. His clients have included major New York City owners and tenants.

White Plains White Plains 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About Michael S. Scher at a glance

Michael S. Scher is a Counsel based in White Plains, New York, practicing at Aronauer & Yudell, LLP. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on real estate and commercial re. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York (1978). Educated at State University of New York at Buffalo Law School (J.D., 1977) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serands clients in White Plains, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael is an experienced real estate attorney who has represented sellers, purchasers, landlords, tenants and borrowers for more than 35 years in numerous New York and national transactions
  • His clients have included major New York City owners and tenants
  • Michael has represented Loews Corporation, CNA Insurance, Boston Properties, the Sol Goldman Family, Aby Rosen and Connecticut General Life Insurance Company
  • His clients also include some of the largest parking garage companies in New York City, such as Champion Parking and Manhattan Parking
  • Michael has extensive experience drafting and negotiating retail, office and ground leases and contracts of sale for various types of properties
  • Recent representations include: Representation of real estate developer in purchase of multiple properties in the New York City theatre district
  • Representation of various real estate owners in sales and purchases of real estate in connection with 1031 exchanges
  • Representation of Bulova in connection with full floor lease at the Empire State Building
  • Representation of Enterprise Rent-A-Car in various real estate matters

Practice Areas Explained

Michael S. Scher's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Commercial Real Estate

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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 White Plains 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 S. Scher

Where is Michael S. Scher's law office located?
Michael S. Scher's law practice is located in White Plains, New York. The firm is Aronauer & Yudell, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael S. Scher handle?
Michael S. Scher focuses on real estate, commercial re. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael S. Scher practiced law?
Michael S. Scher has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Michael S. Scher go to law school?
Michael S. Scher earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Michael S. Scher for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael S. Scher received?
Michael S. Scher's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
State University of New York at Buffalo Law School
- 1977
B.A.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Courts for the Southern and Eastern Districts of New York
Admitted: 1978

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