Michael C. Whittaker

Michael C. Whittaker

Special CounselatCoughlin & Gerhart, LLP

Binghamton, NY

Practicing law in Binghamton since 2020.

6+
Years practicing
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Michael C. Whittaker is a special counsel based in Binghamton, NY. Michael has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP.

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  • Over 6 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Michael C. Whittaker: Michael C. Whittaker is a special counsel based in Binghamton, NY. Michael has over 6 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP.

Biography

About Michael C. Whittaker

Michael C. Whittaker joined Coughlin & Gerhart in 2024 as special counsel. He primarily works out of the Cortland office. He is an accomplished attorney practicing in areas of real estate, trust & estates, landlord and tenant work as well as municipal, and energy. He earned his Juris Doctor from Syracuse University College of Law in 2019 and was admitted to the New York State Bar in January 2020.

Prior to joining Coughlin & Gerhart, Michael worked at Barclay Damon LLP in Syracuse, NY. where he practiced contract negotiation, drafting, and review, including commercial leases and financing documents. He assisted clients in the sale and purchase of commercial and residential properties and provided comprehensive due diligence for renewable energy projects, including wind, solar, and hydroelectric developments. In addition, he represented clients in court for commercial and residential eviction proceedings.

Pervious to Barclay Damon LLP, Michael worked at Pomeroy, Armstrong, Casullo, LLP, representing clients in various matters including courtroom appearances and municipal representation. Michael’s legal career has also included representing municipalities, towns, and fire districts, offering him valuable insights into municipal law. His broad experience equips him to navigate complex legal challenges and deliver practical solutions.

Before his law career, he held significant roles in education and coaching, reflecting his multifaceted talents and commitment to leadership. Michael resides in Moravia, NY, and is passionate about community development, athletics, fostering educational growth, and the law.

Past Positions

• Attorney at Barclay Damon LLP 2021 - 2024

• Attorney at Pomeroy, Armstrong, Casullo, LLP 2018–2021

• Law Clerk for The Honorable Glenn T. Suddaby, Chief Judge Summer 2017

• Head Ice Hockey Coach, SUNY Onondaga Community College 2012–2019

Professional Associations

• New York State Bar Association (Member, 2020 – Present)

• Cortland County Bar Association. (Member, 2024 – Present)

Credentials

Education

  • Syracuse University College of Law, Syracuse, New York

    J.D. · 2019

  • State University of New York at Oswego M.S. Education State University of New York at Oswego

    B.S. Technology · 2008

Jurisdictions

Bar admissions

  • New York

    2020 · ACTIVE

Affiliations

Professional memberships

  • New York State Bar Association Cortland County Bar Association

    membership

Locations

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Main office

Coughlin & Gerhart, LLP

99 Corporate Drive

Binghamton, NY 13904

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    Michael C. Whittaker has 6 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 2020.

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