Atty. H. Michael Clyde

Atty. H. Michael Clyde

Michael Clyde, a partner in the firm's litigation practice, has more than 30 years of experience in securities, corporate governance, professional liability, antitrust and other complex litigation. He has represented securities issuers, directors, officers and professionals in a wide variety of litigation involving securities, corporate governance and financial disclosure and accounting issues.

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Profile Summary

About H. Michael Clyde at a glance

H. Michael Clyde is a securities and litigation attorney based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Perkins Coie LLP. Admitted to practice in Arizona, State Bar of Arizona. Educated at University of Utah (J.D., 1977) and University of Utah (BA). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Antitrust (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities (2026). Serands clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Clyde, a partner in the firm's litigation practice, has more than 30 years of experience in securities, corporate governance, professional liability, antitrust and other complex litigation
  • He has represented securities issuers, directors, officers and professionals in a wide variety of litigation involving securities, corporate governance and financial disclosure and accounting issues
  • In December 2009, Michael was lead trial counsel for craigslist, Inc. in eBay v
  • Craig Newmark, where the Delaware Chancery Court affirmed craigslist's approval of indemnification agreements for officers and directors and implementation of a staggered board
  • He also has represented witnesses and targets for insider trading and securities fraud investigations in front of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission and other federal and state agencies

Practice Areas Explained

H. Michael Clyde's Areas of Practice

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

Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Arizona

Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Phoenix are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona 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 Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

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Where is H. Michael Clyde's law office located?
H. Michael Clyde's law practice is located in Phoenix, Arizona. The firm is Perkins Coie LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does H. Michael Clyde handle?
H. Michael Clyde focuses on securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Arizona.
Where did H. Michael Clyde go to law school?
H. Michael Clyde earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (BA).
How can I contact H. Michael Clyde for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has H. Michael Clyde received?
H. Michael Clyde's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Antitrust; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities; Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:.

Education

J.D.
University of Utah
- 1977
BA
University of Utah
- In Bearbeitung

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Antitrust Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Antitrust
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Peer Review Rated AV in Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Southwest Super Lawyers, 2007, 2010 - 2013
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Antitrust Law (Phoenix)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Antitrust Law (Phoenix)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — Securities / Capital Markets Law (Phoenix)
- 2020
Lawyer of the Year — Antitrust Law (Phoenix)
- 2019

Bar Admissions

Arizona, State Bar of Arizona

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