Atty. Mitchell A. Chait
Mitchell A. Chait is a lawyer practicing personal injury, real estate, family law and 3 other areas of law.
Family Law & More Attorney · Serving Rochester, NY · 42+ Years Experience
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About Mitchell A. Chait at a Glance
Mitchell A. Chait is a Member based in Rochester, New York, practicing at Chait and Maggio. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, family law, real estate, and bankruptcy. Admitted to practice in New York (1984). Educated at Cleveland Marshall College of Law (J.D., 1980) and University of Rochester (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Monroe County and New York State Bar Associations. Serves clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Mitchell A. Chait
- Mitchell A. Chait is a lawyer practicing personal injury, real estate, family law and 3 other areas of law
- Mitchell received a B.A. degree from University of Rochester in 1977, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Mitchell practices at Chait and Maggio in Rochester, NY
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Mitchell A. Chait's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Mitchell A. Chait handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Rochester.
Personal Injury in Rochester
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.
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Criminal Defense in Rochester
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Rochester
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Real Estate Law in Rochester
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Mitchell A. Chait is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in New York →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Rochester
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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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Rochester
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 Rochester 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.
Rochester Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Rochester-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 Rochester Choose Mitchell A. Chait
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 Mitchell A. Chait's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, family law, real estate, and bankruptcy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Mitchell A. Chait brings 42+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and family law, Mitchell A. Chait can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Rochester
A Rochester-based practice means Mitchell A. Chait attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Mitchell A. Chait Handles in Rochester
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