Atty. James Michael Cavanaugh
James Michael Cavanaugh is a lawyer practicing commercial, mergers and acquisitions, corporate and 17 other areas of law. James received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University, and has been licensed for 52 years.
Commercial & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 52+ Years Experience
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About James Michael Cavanaugh at a Glance
James Michael Cavanaugh is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Holland And Knight Llp. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Their practice focuses on business, bankruptcy, m&a, environmental, and maritime. Admitted to practice in Ohio (Inactive) U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (1974) and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. Appeals Court, Federal Circuit (1977). Educated at Stanford Law School J.D. (—) and The Ohio State University B.S. Behavioral Science The Ohio State University B.S. cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of U, S, and Maritime Law Association Maritime Administrative Bar Association. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About James Michael Cavanaugh
- James Michael Cavanaugh is a lawyer practicing commercial, mergers and acquisitions, corporate and 17 other areas of law
- James received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University, and has been licensed for 52 years
- James practices at Holland & Knight LLP in Washington, DC and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
James Michael Cavanaugh's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Michael Cavanaugh handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Business & Corporate Law in Washington
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Bankruptcy & Debt in Washington
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
James Michael Cavanaugh is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in District of Columbia →
Mergers & Acquisitions in Washington
James Michael Cavanaugh is one of 49,430 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in District of Columbia →
Environmental Law in Washington
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
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Maritime & Admiralty Law in Washington
Maritime attorneys for Jones Act claims, longshore injury, cruise ship cases, and offshore matters.
James Michael Cavanaugh is one of 11,459 maritime attorneys indexed nationally. Browse maritime attorneys in District of Columbia →
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
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 venue, 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.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Washington Choose James Michael Cavanaugh
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish James Michael Cavanaugh's practice in the field of business, bankruptcy, m&a, environmental, and maritime.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
James Michael Cavanaugh brings 52+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ohio (Inactive) U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Federal Claims U.S. Appeals Court, Federal Circuit, James Michael Cavanaugh can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, bankruptcy, and m&a, James Michael Cavanaugh can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means James Michael Cavanaugh attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues James Michael Cavanaugh Handles in Washington
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