Atty. Michele Joy Meises

Atty. Michele Joy Meises

Michele Joy Meises is a lawyer practicing commercial, advertising, chapter 11 bankruptcy. Michele received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years.

New York New York 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Michele Joy Meises at a glance

Michele Joy Meises is a Business Finance & Restructuring Counsel based in New York, New York, practicing at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of (1992). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1991) and Columbia University (B.A., 1988). Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michele Joy Meises is a lawyer practicing commercial, advertising, chapter 11 bankruptcy
  • Michele received a B.A. degree from Columbia University in 1988, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Michele practices at Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

Michele Joy Meises's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michele Joy Meises 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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Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

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Chapter 11 Bankruptcy

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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

Common questions about Michele Joy Meises

Where is Michele Joy Meises's law office located?
Michele Joy Meises's law practice is located in New York, New York. The firm is Weil, Gotshal & Manges LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michele Joy Meises handle?
Michele Joy Meises focuses on business, bankruptcy, chapter 11, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has Michele Joy Meises practiced law?
Michele Joy Meises has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Michele Joy Meises go to law school?
Michele Joy Meises earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Michele Joy Meises for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Columbia University
- 1991
B.A.
Columbia University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

New York U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York U.S. District Court, Southern District of
Admitted: 1992

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