Michael J. Hutter Jr.

Michael J. Hutter Jr. is Special Counsel in New York, focusing on appellate practice. He handles appeals for firm and non-firm clients, including organizations, corporations, and individuals. His work covers a wide range of legal matters, requiring deep knowledge of appellate procedure and legal analysis.

Michael earned his A.B. with high honors from Brown University in 1967 and his J.D. with honors from Boston College Law School in 1970. He was Editor-in-Chief of the Boston College Law Review Annual Survey and was elected to the Order of the Coif.

Michael has argued more than 400 appeals before courts, including the New York Court of Appeals and the United States Courts of Appeals. His cases have addressed issues such as negligence, labor law, civil rights, criminal law, and constitutional law, demonstrating broad legal expertise.

Michael has been recognized for his work in appellate practice and has been included in Best Lawyers New York since 2015. His scholarship has been cited by numerous courts and academic sources, reflecting his influence in legal research and writing.

Michael serves as a Professor of Law at Albany Law School, where he teaches evidence, procedure, and jurisdiction. He has received multiple teaching awards and has contributed to legal education through lectures, publications, and training programs for judges and attorneys.

Michael J. Hutter Jr. is admitted to practice in New York and continues to focus on appellate advocacy and legal scholarship. His work combines courtroom experience with academic insight, providing strong and effective representation in complex appellate matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Special Counsel, Powers & Santola, LLP
• Member, New York State Bar Association, Intellectual Property Section, Executive Committee
• Member, Albany Law School of Union University, Government Law Center Advisory Board
• Chairman, Western New England College School of Law, Placement Committee
• Director, Office of the Capital Defender, Appointed by Senator Bruno
• Member, New York State Law Revision Commission, Appointed by Gov. Pataki
• Counsel to the Board of Directors, Capital District Region Off Track Betting Corporation
• Counsel, Third Department Judicial Screening Committee
• Member, American Law Institute
• Chairman, American Bar Association, Litigation Section, Business Torts Litigation Committee, 1981-1984
• Charter Member, New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
• Member, American Intellectual Property Law Association, Trade Secrets Committee
• Board of Directors, Albany County Bar Association, 1986 -1989
• Chair, Third Judicial District,  Albany County Gender Bias Committee
• Chair, Task Force on Administrative Adjudication, Department of Health Subcommittee, 1987-1989

Licensed State

• New York

Education

• Boston College Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Brown University
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Awards & Badges