About Erica Michele
Erica Michele Zeis earned her law degree from SUNY Buffalo Law School. Her time at Buffalo set a clear course. She emerged from law school prepared for a practice governed by state rules and courtroom procedure.
After graduation, Zeis gained admission to practice in New York. She built experience in state-level matters and learned to manage client expectations under tight deadlines. Colleagues describe her as methodical in preparing filings and attentive in client communications. She is comfortable in written advocacy and in the collaborative work of a law firm team.
Her career has kept her within New York’s legal system. Over the years she has handled a range of matters that require familiarity with state statutes, court rules, and administrative processes. That steady exposure to state practice has shaped how she approaches case development. She prioritizes clarity in pleadings and a careful review of procedural timing.
Zeis is an attorney at RUPP BAASE PFALZGRAF CUNNINGHAM, LLC. At the firm she contributes to case strategy, client counseling, and litigation preparation. The firm environment gave her opportunities to work alongside other attorneys on complex filings and to refine practical litigation skills. She participates in team meetings and client conferences, translating legal issues into clear next steps for clients.
Beyond courtroom work, she has handled research tasks and drafted substantive documents that support litigation and dispute resolution. Her manuscripts reflect a careful attention to statutory text and precedent. She also routinely coordinates evidence gathering and oversees the exchange of information in discovery. These responsibilities have cemented her role as a reliable member of litigation teams.
Outside of individual cases, Zeis remains engaged with developments in New York law that affect her practice. She tracks changes in court procedures and adjusts practice strategies accordingly. That ongoing attention helps her anticipate scheduling needs and procedural requirements.
She currently practices law at RUPP BAASE PFALZGRAF CUNNINGHAM, LLC and is admitted to the New York bar. Her current practice focuses on matters arising under New York law.
