Atty. Michael V. Desantis
Michael V. Desantis is a lawyer practicing bodily injury, workers compensation law, domestic relations law and 7 other areas of law.
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Michael V. Desantis is a Member based in Utica, New York, practicing at De Santis & De Santis. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on formation, wills, personal injury, family law, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in New York (1977). Educated at Albany Law School of Union College (J.D., 1976) and Colgate University (B.A., 1973). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Utica, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael V. Desantis is a lawyer practicing bodily injury, workers compensation law, domestic relations law and 7 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Colgate University in 1973, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Michael practices at De Santis & De Santis in Utica, NY
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Michael V. Desantis's Areas of Practice
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Michael V. Desantis is one of 32,102 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in New York →
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Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Michael V. Desantis is one of 238,048 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New York →
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
Michael V. Desantis is one of 167,063 family law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse family law attorneys in New York →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Michael V. Desantis is one of 203,974 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in New York →
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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 Utica 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.
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