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Michael A Fakhoury
also known as Law Offices of Michael A. Fakhoury, PC
About Michael
Biography
I am a proud resident of the Hudson Valley region since 1979. I, along with my legal staff, strive to provide the highest level of integrity while aggressively representing client's interests in the fields of personal injury law, product liability law, bankruptcy law and criminal defense law.
We pride ourselves with the ability to meet or exceed cilent's expectations with affordable and competent representation. If ever a client has questions or concerns about any aspect of their case, our policy is clear -
1. Respond to all questions on the same day or within 24 hours.
2. Explain any issue by phone or an office consultation.
3. No client should ever feel like a number - each client should expect
individualized attention and unique representation
Michael A. Fakhoury, Esq.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Bankruptcy and Debt
25%
27 years | 4,000 cases
Criminal Defense
25%
27 years | 2,000 cases
Personal Injury
25%
27 years | 1,000 cases
Spinal Cord Injury
25%
27 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Retainer
Sometimes
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
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Chat withLicenses
Licensed in New York for 27 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1999
No misconduct found
Location
Michael A. Fakhoury, ESQ., PC
725 Route 9, Fishkill, NY, 12524
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Michael A Fakhoury's Reviews
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Posted by Roberta | July 09, 2013 | Bankruptcy & Debt
My review
He is an Excellent lawyer and human being. He has been with me going over procedures step by step for over three years, and has also helped me with my recent bankruptcy.
Posted by Rob | March 11, 2012
Bankruptcy help
Tells it like it is no sugar coating. Secretary Sharon is also excellent. My lawyer for 12 years.
Posted by karen | November 15, 2011 | Bankruptcy & Debt
Competent Lawyer
Mr. Fakhoury took away all my worries when I needed to file for bankruptcy. I went to several lawyers around the county and none of them compared to how Mr. Fakhoury explained and went about working on my case. He made me completely understand what my bankruptcy was about and best of all he saved m...
Michael A Fakhoury's Lawyer Endorsements
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael Fakhoury is a truly competent attorney. Anyone who hires him should consider themselves lucky."
"I endorse this lawyer. As bank counselor, I opposed Michael in many cases where he represented debtors. I always found Michael to be well prepared, persistent and knowledgeable. I highly recommend Michael."
"I endorse this lawyer. Excellent immigration attorney with a great level of professionalism and experience."
"There is an old expression that a good lawyer knows the law but a great lawyer knows the judge. Michael Fakhoury is a great lawyer. Highly recommended."
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Benjamin Greenwald
Family lawyer
Phillip Mahony
Chapter 13 bankruptcy lawyer
Brittney Kessel
Criminal defense lawyer
John Basso
Personal injury lawyer
Michael Schwartz
Bankruptcy and debt lawyer
Ronald McGaw
Criminal defense lawyer
Experience
Honors
2012
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2002
Who's Who in American Law, Who's Who In American Law
1997
Cum Laude, Albany Law School
Work Experience
2013 - Present
President, Hudson Valley Bankruptcy Bar Associate
1999 - Present
Owner, Michael A. Fakhoury, Esq. P.C.
1997 - 1998
Clerk, Southern District Of New York, Bankruptcy Court
1996 - 1997
Clerk, City of Albany Courthouse
1995 - 1996
Clerkship, Albany, NY VA Hospital Assistant Administrator
1994 - 1994
Summer Associate, Dutchess County Public Defender's Office
Associations
2013 - Present
Hudson Valley Bankruptcy Bar AssociationPresident
2000 - Present
Putnam County Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
New York State Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Dutchess County Bar AssociationMember
2013 - 2014
Hudson Valley Bankruptcy Bar AssociationPresident
2012 - 2013
United States Bankruptcy Rules CommitteeMember
2005 - 2010
New York State Academy of Trial LawyersMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Wrongful Death Settlement
Settlement
Stryker Hip Recall
Pending
Auto Accident Settlement
Settlement
Auto Accident Settlement
Plaintiff's Settlement
Wrongful Death
Plaintiff awarded 1.8 Million
Education
1998
Union College (Schenectady, NY)
MBA
1997
Albany Law School of Union University
Juris Doctor
1994
Marist College & SUNY Albany
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Annual Meeting
Hudson Valley Bankruptcy Bar Association
2012
Rules Committee
United States Bankruptcy Code Rules Committee
2009
Mid-Hudson Bankruptcy Bar Association
Bankruptcy Law Updates
2008
Hudson Valley Bankruptcy Bar Association
Bankruptcy Law Updates
Publications
2013
www.fakhourylaw.com
Stryker Hip Recall
2010
Law Firm 360
2010 Christmas Gift From Governor Patterson
2009
FindLaw
Mortgaage Modification Process
Languages
Spanish
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I sue a municipality for a motorcycle accident that was caused by poorly paved road.
19 Sep 2014
Q&A
In NYS, if I was arrested on false charges, can I sue complainant for malicious prosecution if the case is dismissed via ACD?
28 Apr 2014
Q&A
Is there any typical contingency fee structure used by personal injury lawyers?
30 Mar 2014
Legal Guides
Legal Guide
Basic Bankruptcy Process
24 Jun 2018
Legal Guide
New York Personal Injury Claim Process
01 Jul 2013
Legal Guide
NATION-WIDE ARTIFICAL HIP RECALL GUIDE
15 Mar 2013