Atty. William Michael Kelly

Atty. William Michael Kelly

William Michael Kelly is a lawyer practicing corporate, structured finance, transportation & automotive and 6 other areas of law. William received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame, and has been licensed for 51 years.

New York New York 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About William Michael Kelly at a glance

William Michael Kelly is a business, m&a, securities, and entertainment attorney based in New York, New York. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Admitted to practice in New York (1975). Educated at University of Notre Dame Law School (J.D., 1973) and University of Notre Dame B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in New York, NY and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • William Michael Kelly is a lawyer practicing corporate, structured finance, transportation & automotive and 6 other areas of law
  • William received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • William practices in New York, NY

Practice Areas Explained

William Michael Kelly's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William Michael Kelly 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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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 William Michael Kelly

Where is William Michael Kelly's law office located?
William Michael Kelly's law practice is located in New York, New York. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William Michael Kelly handle?
William Michael Kelly focuses on business, m&a, securities, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New York.
How long has William Michael Kelly practiced law?
William Michael Kelly has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did William Michael Kelly go to law school?
William Michael Kelly earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (—).
How can I contact William Michael Kelly for a consultation?
You can contact William Michael Kelly directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William Michael Kelly received?
William Michael Kelly's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame Law School
- 1973
University of Notre Dame B.A.
- In Progress

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1975

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