Atty. Michael Thomas Kohler

Atty. Michael Thomas Kohler

Michael Thomas Kohler is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, corporate governance and compliance, executive compensation and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years.

New York New York 37 yrs experience 37 year
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About Michael Thomas Kohler at a glance

Michael Thomas Kohler is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Sidley Austin LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on business, securities, employment contracts, and consumer. Admitted to practice in New York (1989). Educated at New York University School of Law (J.D., 1988) and Brooklyn College of the City University of New York (B.A., 1985). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Thomas Kohler is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, corporate governance and compliance, executive compensation and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Brooklyn College of the City University of New York in 1985, and has been licensed for 37 years
  • Michael practices at Sidley Austin LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Thomas Kohler's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Securities Law

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Employment Contracts

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Consumer Protection

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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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Common questions about Michael Thomas Kohler

Where is Michael Thomas Kohler's law office located?
Michael Thomas Kohler's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Sidley Austin LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Thomas Kohler handle?
Michael Thomas Kohler focuses on business, securities, employment contracts, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael Thomas Kohler practiced law?
Michael Thomas Kohler has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Michael Thomas Kohler go to law school?
Michael Thomas Kohler earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1985).
How can I contact Michael Thomas Kohler for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
New York University School of Law
- 1988
B.A.
Brooklyn College of the City University of New York
- 1985

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1989

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