Atty. Joel Michael Birken

Atty. Joel Michael Birken

Joel Michael Birken is a lawyer practicing corporate & business law, employment law, mergers & acquisitions and 2 other areas of law. Joel received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years.

Tysons Tysons 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Joel Michael Birken at a glance

Joel Michael Birken is a Founding Shareholder, Member, Rees Broome Executive Committee, Chair, Corporate Group based in Tysons, Virginia, practicing at Rees Broome, PC. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on employment, business, m&a, and government. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1972), District of Columbia (1973), U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia (1973), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia (1974). Educated at National Law Center, George Washington University (J.D., 1972) and George Washington University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Tysons, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Joel Michael Birken is a lawyer practicing corporate & business law, employment law, mergers & acquisitions and 2 other areas of law
  • Joel received a B.A. degree from George Washington University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Joel practices at Rees Broome, PC in Tysons, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Joel Michael Birken's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Joel Michael Birken is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Virginia →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Joel Michael Birken is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Joel Michael Birken is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Virginia →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Joel Michael Birken

Where is Joel Michael Birken's law office located?
Joel Michael Birken's law practice is located in Tysons, Virginia. The firm is Rees Broome, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Joel Michael Birken handle?
Joel Michael Birken focuses on employment, business, m&a, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Joel Michael Birken practiced law?
Joel Michael Birken has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Joel Michael Birken go to law school?
Joel Michael Birken earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Joel Michael Birken for a consultation?
You can contact Joel Michael Birken directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Joel Michael Birken received?
Joel Michael Birken's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
National Law Center, George Washington University
- 1972
B.A.
George Washington University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1972
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1977

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