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Michael T. Dwan is the principal at the Law Office of Michael T. Dwan. Mr. Dwan oversees Real Estate, Estate Planning, Estate Litigation and Criminal Defense departments for the law firm. Mr. Dwan is one of the top trial lawyers in Erie County.
Mr. Dwan is the son of longtime Judge and trial attorney Timothy J. Dwan.
Mr. Dwan received his undergraduate degree from Niagara University, and received his J.D. from the University of Buffalo Law School. He has also served as an adjunct criminal justice professor at Erie Community College and is frequently asked to be a guest lecturer at the University of Buffalo.
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Licensed in New York for 21 years
State: New York
Acquired: 2005
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The Law Office of Michael T. Dwan, Esq.
5136 Transit Road, Suite 100, Depew, NY, 14043
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Michael Timothy Dwan's Reviews
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Showing 1 - 5 of 11 reviews | Character & Conduct
Posted by anonymous | March 18, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Worst Decision
Mike failed to notify me of a court order even though it pertained to an action I had specifically asked him about, and even denied producing this documentation for another lawyer when I switched for other reasons. This resulted in the absolute worst outcome possible that tarnished my reputation and ...
Posted by Ferd and Kate | January 09, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Michigan travelers
We were traveling for Thanksgiving from Michigan to Syracuse by way of Niagara Falls. On a side road outside of Buffalo, with a ridiculously low speed limit, we were issued a speeding ticket. The only way to defend ourselves was to appear in person, in January. Not happening. Fortunately we found...
Posted by Venkata Prasad | October 31, 2019 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Excellent! I highly recommend
I wasn't thrilled at the idea of hiring an attorney to help me with my traffic incident, but I am happy I found this one. Very responsive, polite, helpful.... Very competitive with his fees. I never had to go to Niagara court, he did it all for me and kept me in the loop the whole time by emailing or...
Posted by Michaela | September 07, 2019 | Hired Attorney | Speeding & Traffic Ticket
Great traffic attorney!
I hired Mr. Dwan to address a speeding ticket in Orchard Park. He was professional, courteous, and incredibly good at what he does. With Mr. Dwan’s assistance, I was able to have a traffic ticket that would have resulted in heavy fines and 6 points on my license reduced to a parking ticket. I would a...
Posted by anonymous | February 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Administrative Law
don't bother calling him after your case is done he does not return phone calls
I called Mike Dwan 6 months after my case to see what could be done about something with the DMV, I've called him 4 times and i'm still waiting for a response. SO when he's done with your case he's really totally done with U. I do not recommend hims he's all talk. If I could go back and use some...
Michael Timothy Dwan's Lawyer Endorsements
"Michael is knowledgeable and driven. His accomplishments speak for themselves. Also, he is accessible and compassionate with clients. I endorse this lawyer."
"I see in Michael an attorney with an incredible amount of passion in advocating for his clients, as well as someone with great attention to detail. I give the strongest possible endorsement to Michael Dwan."
"I have known Mr. Dwan for over ten years. He is an outstanding attorney and even better person. He fights hard for his clients to get them the best result. I highly endorse this lawyer."
"Mike Dwan is an outstanding attorney. He always fights to protect his clients rights."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael Dwan is a motivated and conscientious defense attorney that exerts a lot of effort to make sure his clients' cases are analyzed and developed to their full potential before they are resolved. He is knowledgable about the law, and has excellent people skills - a must for any defense attorney. I was very appreciative of the time he took to explain the nuances of New York law to me. He is easy to talk to, and clearly cared about giving me accurate advice. I will certainly recommend his services to my brother in New York State should the need arise. Thanks again Michael."
"Very determined and dedicated attorney. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer 100%. Mr. Dwan practices at the top of his field. He is highly knowledgeable and very aggressive in getting the best results for his clients."
"10 years of practicing law is experienced. Knowledge of both the law and procedure is excellent and evident in his pro bono contributions. Client reviews are stellar. READ THEM! Do yourself a favor if you are in or near Buffalo and schedule a consultation."
"Mr. Dwan's advice is professional and well reasoned. I would not hesitate to recommend his services."
"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Dwan works hard to get the best outcome for his clients!"
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Michael is a dedicated and skilled lawyer. I fully endorse him."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Prosecuting Attorney, Village of Lancaster
2014 - Present
Village Prosecutor, Village of Lancaster
2005 - Present
Founding Attorney, The Law Office of Michael T. Dwan, Esq.
2004 - 2011
Adjunct Professor, Erie Community College
Associations
2014 - Present
National College of DUI DefenseMember
Education
2004
State University of New York at Buffalo School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2001
Niagara University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2019
Department of Housing and Urban Development
Basic Estate Planning
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Disobey Traffic Control Device - NYC. what's my play?
14 Jan 2015
Q&A
What to do when a police officer omits facts from a police report?
13 Jan 2015
Q&A
How do we file an objection to attorney fees in probate court?
12 Jan 2015