Atty. Michael Thomas Glascott
Michael Thomas Glascott is a lawyer practicing global insurance services, commercial litigation and arbitration, cybersecurity and data privacy and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years.
Commercial Litigation and Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Buffalo, NY · 43+ Years Experience
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About Michael Thomas Glascott at a Glance
Michael Thomas Glascott is a Partner based in Buffalo, New York, practicing at Goldberg Segalla LLP. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on business, construction, insurance, adr, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Oklahoma (1983) and New York U.S. District Courts for the Western, Northern, Southern, and Eastern Districts of New York (1990). Educated at University of Tulsa College of Law (J.D., 1983) and State University of New York at Buffalo (B.S., 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Y and October 2013 • Co-Chair, Insurance Industry Committee, 2014-16 • Co-Chair, Advance Committee, 2015-17. Serves clients in Buffalo, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Thomas Glascott
- Michael Thomas Glascott is a lawyer practicing global insurance services, commercial litigation and arbitration, cybersecurity and data privacy and 5 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from State University of New York at Buffalo in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Michael practices at Goldberg Segalla LLP in Buffalo, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Thomas Glascott's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Thomas Glascott handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Buffalo.
Business & Corporate Law in Buffalo
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Construction Law in Buffalo
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Insurance Law in Buffalo
Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.
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Mediation & Arbitration in Buffalo
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
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Entertainment & Sports Law in Buffalo
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Buffalo
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 venue, 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.
Buffalo Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Buffalo-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 Buffalo Choose Michael Thomas Glascott
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 Thomas Glascott's practice in the field of business, construction, insurance, adr, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Thomas Glascott brings 43+ 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 Oklahoma and New York U.S. District Courts for the Western, Northern, Southern, and Eastern Districts of New York, Michael Thomas Glascott can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, construction, and insurance, Michael Thomas Glascott can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Buffalo
A Buffalo-based practice means Michael Thomas Glascott attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Thomas Glascott Handles in Buffalo
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