Atty. John Michael Dempsey

Atty. John Michael Dempsey

John Michael Dempsey is a lawyer practicing administrative and regulatory law, energy & sustainability, telecommunications and 5 other areas of law. John received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Ann Arbor Ann Arbor 49 yrs experience 49 year
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About John Michael Dempsey at a glance

John Michael Dempsey is a Member & Telecommunications Practice Leader based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, practforg at Dickinson Wright PLLC. They haand 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1977), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1977), Michigan (1980), and U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (1982). Educated at George Washington University, National Law Center (J.D., 1977) and Michigan State University (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Actiand member of State Bar of Michigan. Serands clients in Ann Arbor, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Michael Dempsey is a lawyer practicing administrative and regulatory law, energy & sustainability, telecommunications and 5 other areas of law
  • John received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • John practices at Dickinson Wright PLLC in Ann Arbor, MI

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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

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Where is John Michael Dempsey's law office located?
John Michael Dempsey's law practice is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The firm is Dickinson Wright PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has John Michael Dempsey practiced law?
John Michael Dempsey has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did John Michael Dempsey go to law school?
John Michael Dempsey earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1974).
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What awards or recognition has John Michael Dempsey receiandd?
John Michael Dempsey's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
George Washington University, National Law Center
- 1977
B.A.
Michigan State University
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1977
Michigan
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1983
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1996
U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan
Admitted: 1999

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