Atty. Thomas Michael Farace
Thomas Michael Farace is a lawyer practicing estate planning, partnership, taxation and 2 other areas of law. Thomas received a B.S. degree from Rochester Institute of Technology in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years.
Estate Planning & More Attorney · Serving Rochester, NY · 46+ Years Experience
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About Thomas Michael Farace at a Glance
Thomas Michael Farace is a Partner based in Rochester, New York, practicing at Nixon Peabody LLP. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in New York (1980) and District of Columbia (2012). Educated at Cornell University (J.D., 1979) and Rochester Institute of Technology (B.S., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Monroe County (Treasurer, 1996-1998) and New York State Bar Associations Estate Planning Council American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Financial Planning Association. Serves clients in Rochester, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas Michael Farace
- Thomas Michael Farace is a lawyer practicing estate planning, partnership, taxation and 2 other areas of law
- Thomas received a B.S. degree from Rochester Institute of Technology in 1976, and has been licensed for 46 years
- Thomas practices at Nixon Peabody LLP in Rochester, NY
Practice Areas Explained
Thomas Michael Farace's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas Michael Farace handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Rochester.
Trusts in Rochester
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Estate Planning & Probate in Rochester
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business & Corporate Law in Rochester
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Tax Law in Rochester
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
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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 Thomas Michael Farace
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 Thomas Michael Farace's practice in the field of trusts, estate planning, business, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas Michael Farace brings 46+ 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 New York and District of Columbia, Thomas Michael Farace can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, estate planning, and business, Thomas Michael Farace 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 Thomas Michael Farace 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 Thomas Michael Farace Handles in Rochester
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