Atty. Patrick Michael Cox
Mr. Patrick Michael Cox is a lawyer practicing business, corporate tax planning, international and 8 other areas of law.
Business & More Attorney · Serving New York, NY · 29+ Years Experience
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About Patrick Michael Cox at a Glance
Patrick Michael Cox is an Attorney based in New York, New York, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, tax, m&a, and international. Admitted to practice in State of NY (1997), New York (1997), US Tax Court (2009), and US District Court for the Eastern District of NY (2014). Educated at Hofstra University (J.D. New, 1996) and University of California (B.A., 1992). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Memberships •American Bar Association •New York State Bar Association - Member of Bankruptcy and Operating Losses Inbound U, S, and Activities of Foreign Taxpayers Outbound U. Serves clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick Michael Cox
- Mr. Patrick Michael Cox is a lawyer practicing business, corporate tax planning, international and 8 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of California in 1992, and has been licensed for 29 years
- Patrick practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in New York, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick Michael Cox's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick Michael Cox handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation 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.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in New York
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Patrick Michael Cox is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in New York →
Tax Law in New York
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Patrick Michael Cox is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in New York →
Mergers & Acquisitions in New York
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International Law in New York
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
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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 Patrick Michael Cox
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 Patrick Michael Cox's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, tax, m&a, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick Michael Cox brings 29+ 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 State of NY, New York, and US Tax Court, Patrick Michael Cox can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and tax, Patrick Michael Cox 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 Patrick Michael Cox 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 Patrick Michael Cox Handles in New York
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