Atty. Michael Scott Deal

Atty. Michael Scott Deal

Michael Scott Deal is a lawyer practicing first amendment defense, criminal appeals, constitutional & first amendment defense and 13 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 1988, and has been licensed for 30 years.

Buffalo Buffalo 30 yrs experience 30 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Scott Deal at a glance

Michael Scott Deal is a criminal defense, ip, tax, zoning, and white collar attorney based in Buffalo, New York. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1996) and New York (2001). Educated at Ohio Northern University College of Law (J.D., 1995) and University of North Carolina (B.A., 1988). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Scott Deal is a lawyer practicing first amendment defense, criminal appeals, constitutional & first amendment defense and 13 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of North Carolina in 1988, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Michael practices in Buffalo, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Scott Deal's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Intellectual Property

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Tax Law

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Land Use & Zoning

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White Collar Crimes

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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 Buffalo 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 Scott Deal

Where is Michael Scott Deal's law office located?
Michael Scott Deal's law practice is located in Buffalo, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Scott Deal handle?
Michael Scott Deal focuses on criminal defense, ip, tax, zoning, white collar. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael Scott Deal practiced law?
Michael Scott Deal has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Michael Scott Deal go to law school?
Michael Scott Deal earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Michael Scott Deal for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Scott Deal received?
Michael Scott Deal's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Ohio Northern University College of Law
- 1995
B.A.
University of North Carolina
- 1988

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1996
New York
Admitted: 2001

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