Mike is Special Counsel to the Firm. With over 15 years of experience, he brings his vast experience in litigating in state and federal courts at the trial and appellate levels. He often works with clients that have complex issues by using adaptive and creative strategies to achieve favorable results.
In addition to private practice, Mike presides as one of the Town of Patterson Justices in Patterson, Putnam County. He also has extensive training and experience in land use & zoning and environmental law which allows him to navigate the complex administrative and regulatory framework at the municipal and agency levels. Mike began his legal career with firms in Westchester County and eventually joined a solo practitioner in Putnam County in 2012 where he developed his practice as a litigator and land use attorney. In 2018, Michael started a solo practice in Putnam County where he continued to practice in the areas of civil litigation, environmental law, and land use & zoning.
Education
- Pace University School of Law, J.D., Certificate in Environmental Law
- LL.M. in Environmental Law
- Colgate University, B.A. in English Literature
Admissions/Courts
- New York
- Connecticut
- Supreme Court of the United States
- U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
- U.S. District Court, Eastern District of New York
- U.S. District Court, Southern District of New York
- U.S. District Court for the District of Connecticut
Awards + Recognitions
- SuperLawyers® New York Metro Edition Rising Stars; 2017-2022
Professional Associations
- Dutchess County Bar Association
- Federalist Society
- Westchester Columbian Lawyers’ Association
- Putnam County Bar Association
Presentations + Publications
“Handling Article 78 Proceedings in the Land Use Context: Procedure and Governing Principles”
NYSBA Local and State Government Law Section Fall 2022 Meeting
Panelist
October 14, 2022
Community Service
- Surfrider Foundation, Legal Issues Team Member; 2009-present
- Pace Women’s Justice Center, Domestic Violence Clinic; 2005-2006
Related Updates
Client Successes • Aug 30, 2023
Cuddy & Feder Obtains IDA Approval for 89M Multifamily Development in White Plains
Cuddy & Feder Partner, Eon S. Nichols, obtained IDA approval from the County of Westchester IDA for an $89 million multi-family development in White Plains developed by Mill Creek Residential Trust.
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News + Events • Sep 21, 2023
Managing Partner Anthony B. Gioffre III Comments on Riverwalk Residences Proposal in Ossining
In an article by Peter Katz on August 21, 2023, titled "Ossining Looks at Riverwalk Residences Proposal," Cuddy & Feder Managing Partner Anthony B. Gioffre III commented on discussions about a proposed 48-unit apartment building in the Village of Ossining.
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