Atty. Michael Walter Blair

Atty. Michael Walter Blair

Michael Walter Blair is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, securities, transactions and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years.

New York New York 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Michael Walter Blair at a glance

Michael Walter Blair is a Partner based in New York, New York, practicing at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in New York (1982). Educated at University of Chicago Law School (J.D., 1981) and Yale University (B.A., 1977). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Walter Blair is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, securities, transactions and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Yale University in 1977, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Michael practices at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Walter Blair's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Walter Blair

Where is Michael Walter Blair's law office located?
Michael Walter Blair's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Debevoise & Plimpton LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Walter Blair handle?
Michael Walter Blair focuses on business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michael Walter Blair practiced law?
Michael Walter Blair has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Michael Walter Blair go to law school?
Michael Walter Blair earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1977).
How can I contact Michael Walter Blair for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Chicago Law School
- 1981
B.A.
Yale University
- 1977

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1982

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