Atty. Michele Cortese

Atty. Michele Cortese

Michele Cortese is a lawyer practicing family, juvenile, litigation and 2 other areas of law. Michele received a degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 38 years.

New York New York 38 yrs experience 38 year
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Profile Summary

About Michele Cortese at a glance

Michele Cortese is a family law, juvenile, litigation, government, and appellate attorney based in New York, New York. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in New York (1988). Educated at Columbia University (—). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michele Cortese is a lawyer practicing family, juvenile, litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Michele received a degree from Columbia University, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Michele practices in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michele Cortese's Areas of Practice

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

Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Juvenile Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

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 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

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Where is Michele Cortese's law office located?
Michele Cortese's law practice is located in New York, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michele Cortese handle?
Michele Cortese focuses on family law, juvenile, litigation, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michele Cortese practiced law?
Michele Cortese has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Michele Cortese go to law school?
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Education

Columbia University
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Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1988

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