Atty. Michael Bahar

Atty. Michael Bahar

Mr. Michael Bahar is a lawyer practicing litigation, cybersecurity & privacy, financial services and 5 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 23 yrs experience 23 year
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About Michael Bahar at a glance

Michael Bahar is a Partner, Co-Lead of Global Cybersecurity and Data Privacy based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Eversheds Sutherland Us Llp. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, insurance, entertainment, and internet. Admitted to practice in New York (2003), Supreme Court of New York Court of Appeals of District of Columbia (2003), and District of Columbia (2018). Educated at Columbia University School of Law LL.M. International and National Security Law Harvard Law School J.D. (—) and Cambridge University M.Phil. International Relations Yale University B.A. Political Science (—). Active member of Professional Activities TS/SCI Clearance Captain, Judge Advocate General's Corps, US Navy Reserves Visiting fellow, National Security Institute, George Mason University Antonin Scalia Law School Member, Board of Trustees, Shakespeare Theatre Company. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Michael Bahar is a lawyer practicing litigation, cybersecurity & privacy, financial services and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a M.Phil. degree from Cambridge University, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Michael practices at Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Bahar's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Bahar handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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Internet & Cyber Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Bahar

Where is Michael Bahar's law office located?
Michael Bahar's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Eversheds Sutherland Us Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Bahar handle?
Michael Bahar focuses on business, litigation, insurance, entertainment, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Michael Bahar practiced law?
Michael Bahar has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
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Education

Columbia University School of Law LL.M. International and National Security Law Harvard Law School J.D.
- In Progress
Cambridge University M.Phil. International Relations Yale University B.A. Political Science
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2003
Supreme Court of New York Court of Appeals of District of Columbia
Admitted: 2003
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2018

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