Michael T. Sullivan

Michael T. Sullivan is a New York litigation, arbitration, and bankruptcy lawyer at Sullivan & Worcester who handles disputes involving banking, trade finance, securities, and insurance. He has served as lead counsel in cases throughout the United States and in arbitrations seated in the United States and the United Kingdom. He represents clients in proceedings administered under the rules of the AAA, ICDR, LCIA, ICC, and Singapore Chamber of Maritime Arbitration. He also advises banks, investment funds, and companies on trade finance, commodities finance, and related insurance matters.

Michael earned his B.A. from Providence College and his J.D. from Fordham University School of Law. He is admitted to practice in New York and is registered as a foreign lawyer in England and Wales. His federal admissions include several US district courts, the Second and Third Circuit Courts of Appeals, and the Supreme Court of the United States.

Michael helps financial institutions and businesses address commercial disputes arising from international transactions, lending arrangements, commodities trading, and insurance coverage. He guides clients through court proceedings and private arbitration while considering the legal, financial, and cross-border issues involved. He has served as a legal advisor to the Americas division of the International Trade and Forfaiting Association since 1995. His long-standing involvement in the trade finance community supports his understanding of industry practices and evolving commercial risks.

Michael T. Sullivan combines courtroom experience, arbitration knowledge, and financial-sector insight in his legal work. He was recommended for general commercial disputes in The Legal 500 United States 2026. He was also selected to the 2026 New York Metro Super Lawyers list for business litigation. His professional record reflects his ability to manage sophisticated disputes involving multiple parties, jurisdictions, contracts, and financial products. He brings a practical perspective to matters that require careful analysis, clear strategy, and familiarity with domestic and international proceedings.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Sullivan & Worcester
• Member, New York State Bar Association

Licensed State

• New York

Education

• Fordham University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Providence College
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)