Atty. Michael William Hecht
Michael William Hecht is a lawyer practicing commercial, personal injury law, aviation accidents and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years.
Aviation Accidents & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 37+ Years Experience
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About Michael William Hecht at a Glance
Michael William Hecht is a Member based in New York, New York, practicing at Hecht & Hecht, LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on car accidents, personal injury, business, slip & fall, and construction. Admitted to practice in New York (1989), Connecticut (1989), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York (1990), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York (1990). Educated at St. Johns University School of Law (J.D., 1989) and State University of New York at Albany (B.A. Psychology, 1986). Active member of New York State and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael William Hecht
- Michael William Hecht is a lawyer practicing commercial, personal injury law, aviation accidents and 3 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Michael practices at Hecht & Hecht, LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Michael William Hecht's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael William Hecht handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in New York.
Car Accidents in New York
Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Personal Injury in New York
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 William Hecht is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in New York →
Business & Corporate Law in New York
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael William Hecht is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in New York →
Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in New York
Michael William Hecht is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in New York →
Construction Accidents 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 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 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.
New York Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a New York-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 New York Choose Michael William Hecht
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 William Hecht's practice in the field of car accidents, personal injury, business, slip & fall, and construction.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael William Hecht brings 37+ 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 New York, Connecticut, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York, Michael William Hecht can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering car accidents, personal injury, and business, Michael William Hecht can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in New York
A New York-based practice means Michael William Hecht 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 William Hecht Handles in New York
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