Atty. D. Michael Lefever

Atty. D. Michael Lefever

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Washington Washington 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About D. Michael Lefever at a glance

D. Michael Lefever is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Covington And Burling Llp. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on business, employment contracts, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1979) and District of Columbia (1986). Educated at Boston University School of Law (JD, 1979) and Dickinson College (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. D. Michael Lefever is a lawyer practicing executive compensation, corporate, employee benefits & executive compensation and 5 other areas of law
  • D. received a B.A. degree from Dickinson College in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • D. practices at Covington & Burling LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

D. Michael Lefever's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Employment Contracts

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Environmental Law

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Energy & Utilities 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 D. Michael Lefever

Where is D. Michael Lefever's law office located?
D. Michael Lefever's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Covington And Burling Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does D. Michael Lefever handle?
D. Michael Lefever focuses on business, employment contracts, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has D. Michael Lefever practiced law?
D. Michael Lefever has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did D. Michael Lefever go to law school?
D. Michael Lefever earned their education at (JD, 1979); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact D. Michael Lefever for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has D. Michael Lefever received?
D. Michael Lefever's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

JD
Boston University School of Law
- 1979
B.A.
Dickinson College
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1979
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1986

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