Atty. Stephen Michael Gaffigan

Atty. Stephen Michael Gaffigan

Stephen Michael Gaffigan is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, entertainment law, class actions. Stephen received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Fort Lauderdale Fort Lauderdale 32 yrs experience 32 year
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About Stephen Michael Gaffigan at a glance

Stephen Michael Gaffigan is a Principal based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, practicing at Stephen M. Gaffigan PA. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on ip, class action, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Florida (1994) and U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U. (1995). Educated at Nova Southeastern University (J.D., 1993) and University of Missouri (B.S., 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of The Florida Bar. Serands clients in Fort Lauderdale, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Stephen Michael Gaffigan is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, entertainment law, class actions
  • Stephen received a B.S. degree from University of Missouri in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Stephen practices at Stephen M. Gaffigan PA in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Practice Areas Explained

Stephen Michael Gaffigan's Areas of Practice

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

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Stephen Michael Gaffigan is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Florida →

Class Action

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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

Stephen Michael Gaffigan is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Fort Lauderdale are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida 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 Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Stephen Michael Gaffigan's law office located?
Stephen Michael Gaffigan's law practice is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The firm is Stephen M. Gaffigan PA. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen Michael Gaffigan handle?
Stephen Michael Gaffigan focuses on ip, class action, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has Stephen Michael Gaffigan practiced law?
Stephen Michael Gaffigan has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Stephen Michael Gaffigan go to law school?
Stephen Michael Gaffigan earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.S., 1990).
How can I contact Stephen Michael Gaffigan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Stephen Michael Gaffigan received?
Stephen Michael Gaffigan's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Nova Southeastern University
- 1993
B.S.
University of Missouri
- 1990

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Florida
Admitted: 1994
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.
Admitted: 1995

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