Senior Partner, immigration law firm with focus on Business, Employment, Investment, Family and Cross-Border solutions.
Buffalo/Niagara, New York Area
- Current
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- Senior Partner at Serotte Scarborough & Associates
- Education
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- State University of New York at Buffalo - Law School
- University of Miami
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Michael Serotte’s Summary
Michael Serotte's entrepreneurial spirit, diverse work experience and background in accounting, finance and real estate affords clients a valuable perspective on business and investment immigration strategies.
After earning a BBA degree in Accounting from the University of Miami in 1981, Michael worked as an accountant for the Miami office of Ernst & Whinney, the predecessor to Ernst & Young, one of the Big 4 accounting firms.
Michael graduated from the University at Buffalo Law School in 1985, following in the footsteps of his grandfather, Harry Serotte, and his father, Donald D. Serotte. While in law school, Michael was a small business owner and real estate investor, which help build his understanding of business operations, finance and real estate.
Michael returned to Florida in 1987 working for a New York real estate firm helping lead the development of several multi-family apartment projects totalling over $20 million. While living in Washington, DC, Michael practiced real estate law and finance, as well as working in the food industry.
In 1992, Michael returned to his roots in Buffalo where he joined his late father's partner and began his career in immigration law. In 1997 he founded his own firm, which exclusively practices immigration law with a focus on creative solutions for companies and individuals that face challenging immigration matters.
Admitted to the New York State Bar, 1986
Michael Serotte’s Specialties:
Immigration law with a concentration in providing legal services to corporations, investors, entrepreneurs, professionals and individuals.
Michael Serotte’s Experience
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Senior Partner
Serotte Scarborough & Associates
(Law Practice industry)
1997 — Present (12 years )
Michael Serotte is the firm’s founding partner. He has been practicing immigration law since 1992 and has developed a reputation for developing creative solutions for difficult corporate, business, and cross-border immigration problems. His education in accounting and finance and entrepreneurial business experience provides clients with a valuable perspective on business and investment immigration strategies.
Michael Serotte’s Education
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State University of New York at Buffalo - Law School
J.D. , law , 1982 — 1985
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University of Miami
Bachelor's of Business Administration , Accounting major with Finance concentration , 1978 — 1981
- Activities and Societies:
- Delta Sigma Pi, President 1981; Student Council Member; Delta Sigma Pi Mardi Gras Chairman 1979 (introducing Buffalo-styled Chicken Wings to University of Miami)
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Michael Serotte’s Groups:
American Immigration Lawyers Association member,
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