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Michael S. Finkelstein
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Licensed in Texas for 10 years
State: Texas
Acquired: 2015
No misconduct found
Licensed in Louisiana for 11 years
State: Louisiana
Acquired: 2014
No misconduct found
Location
Alvendia, Kelly & Demarest, LLC
909 Poydras Street, Suite 1625, New Orleans, LA, 70112
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Posted by anonymous | May 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Great
Mike was a nice guy who helped solve my legal issue in a genuine professional manner. He was very informative regarding all the aspects of the possible outcomes of my case. I would recommend seeking legal counsel from Mike as in he would help solve your issue to the best of his ability.
Posted by Adrian | May 10, 2017 | Hired Attorney
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My lawyer helped me tremendously. His follow-up's work great and his communication was super. He will be the first our recommend.
Michael S. Finkelstein's Lawyer Endorsements
"Michael is an excellent attorney. He is passionate about helping clients and has a profound knowledge of the law. Michael has all of the qualities you look for in a good litigator."
"Michael is a hardworking, passionate, and trustworthy attorney. I endorse attorney Michael Finkelstein."
"Michael is a smart young lawyer who's doing everything he can do learn about the growing area of data breaches and internet security. He has a true passion for the issues involved in those types of cases, and that makes him an involved and effective counselor. If and when I run into technology or internet security issues, Michael will be the first person I contact."
"Michael has proven to be a very competent and trustworthy attorney in the community. He fights hard for the interests of his clients and is knowledgeable on the law. I endorse this lawyer."
"Michael works hard, and he is always prepared. Most importantly, he is someone you can trust. His drive and his passion for helping others is undeniable. He has been an inspiration to me and to others within our profession. Therefore, it's with pride that I recommend Michael."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michael is smart, passionate, and aggressive. He is a talented lawyer."
"Mike is a young, passionate, highly intelligent lawyer. He has a bright future, and I whole-heartedly recommend and endorse him to any client."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Ones to Watch - Law, New Orleans City Business
2016
Stephen T. Victory Memorial Award, LSBA
2016
Cohen-Jacobs Emerging Leader Award, Jewish Federation of Greater New Orleans
Work Experience
2023 - Present
Attorney, Alvendia, Kelly & Demarest, LLC
2017 - 2023
Partner, Sternberg, Naccari & White, LLC
2016 - 2017
Associate, Didriksen, Saucier, Woods & Pichon, APLC
2014 - 2016
Associate, Wolfe, Begoun & Pick, LLC
2013 - 2013
Extern, U.S. Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Louisiana
2012 - 2014
Law Clerk, Usry, Weeks & Matthews, APLC
2011 - 2012
Law Clerk, Hon. Lee H. Rosenthal, Southern District of Texas, Houston Division
2008 - 2010
Student Worker, Louisiana Attorney General's Office
Associations
2015 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2014 - Present
Louisiana State Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
New Orleans Bar AssociationMember
2014 - Present
Louisiana Association for JusticeMember
2013 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember
Education
2013
Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center
JD - Juris Doctor
2010
Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2016
Procrastinators' Program
Avoiding Malpractice Mistakes: What Every Young Lawyer Should Know
2016
Partnership Together initiative
Adam, Eve, and the Creation of Tort Law: A Comparison of American and Israeli Products Liability Laws
2015
Practice in the Public Sector XV
Scrambled Eggs and Red Rover: Data Security for Your Business
Publications
2016
Louisiana Bar Journal
Prescription Interrupted by Timely Filing Suit in Federal Court: Arnouville v. Crowe
2015
Louisiana Bar Journal
An Overview of Data Breach Litigation in Louisiana and a Look Into Its Uncertain Future
2015
Louisiana Bar Journal
Fifth Circuit Clarifies the Chandris Temporal Requirement for Seaman Status
2015
Louisiana Bar Journal
Recent Development: Kelly v. State Farm
2014
Louisiana Bar Journal
Survival Action Subject to Prescriptive Rather than Peremptive Period
2012
LSU Energy Law Currents
Sackett v. US EPA: Drowning the Agency Enforcement Scheme
2012
2012
Louisiana Bar Journal
The "Flavor" of Arbitration: Disclosure and Confidentiality Under ADR Agreements
2012
Louisiana Bar Journal
The "Flavor" of Arbitration: Disclosure and Confidentiality Under ADR Agreements
2012
Louisiana Bar Journal
Competitive Bargaining Delays 2011-2012 NBA Season
2012
Texas Bar Association Appellate Advocate
Illusory Arbitration Agreements: It Takes Two to Arbitrate
2011
Louisiana Bar Journal
Mediation, Compromises Save 2011-2012 NFL Season
Languages
English
Spanish
Hebrew
Activity
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Q&A
Toyota is being sued due to a recall on brakes i was in an accident and couldnt stop.. my car was totaled, do i have a case
04 Dec 2014
Q&A
How can I sue my ex-boyfriend for posting a sexually explicit video of me on an adult website WITHOUT my consent? Please help me
06 Nov 2014