Atty. John Michael Bredehoft

Atty. John Michael Bredehoft

Mr. John Michael Bredehoft is a lawyer practicing appeals, civil rights, general practice and 2 other areas of law.

Norfolk Norfolk 43 yrs experience 43 year
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About John Michael Bredehoft at a glance

John Michael Bredehoft is a Member based in Norfolk, Virginia, practforg at Kaufman & Canoles A Professional Corporation. They haand 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1983), U.S. District Court, District of Columbia and U.S. Court of Appeals, D.C. Circuit (1985), U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit (1986), and U.S. Supreme Court (1987). Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 1983) and Harvard College (A.B., 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Norfolk, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. John Michael Bredehoft is a lawyer practicing appeals, civil rights, general practice and 2 other areas of law
  • John received a A.B. degree from Harvard College in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • John practices at Kaufman & Canoles A Professional Corporation in Norfolk, VA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

Practforg law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand law. Cases originating in Norfolk 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 substantiand 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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Where is John Michael Bredehoft's law office located?
John Michael Bredehoft's law practice is located in Norfolk, Virginia. The firm is Kaufman & Canoles A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has John Michael Bredehoft practiced law?
John Michael Bredehoft has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did John Michael Bredehoft go to law school?
John Michael Bredehoft earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (A.B., 1980).
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What awards or recognition has John Michael Bredehoft receiandd?
John Michael Bredehoft's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 1983
A.B.
Harvard College
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 1983
U.S. District Court, District of Columbia and U.S. Court of Appeals, D.C. Circuit
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, First Circuit
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1987
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third, Fifth and Ninth Circuits
Admitted: 1988
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, District of Montana
Admitted: 1991
Virginia
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Virginia and U.S. Bankruptcy Court, Eastern District of Vir
Admitted: 1992
Maryland
Admitted: 2014

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