Atty. John Michael Dorsey

Atty. John Michael Dorsey

John Michael Dorsey is a lawyer practicing administrative regulation and agency, resolution trust corporation, housing and urban development and 3 other areas of law. John Michael received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years.

Washington Washington 58 yrs experience 58 year
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Profile Summary

About John Michael Dorsey at a glance

John Michael Dorsey is a trusts, m&a, and government attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Admitted to practice in Missouri (1968) and District of Columbia (1989). Educated at University of Missouri at Kansas City (J.D. Urban, 1968) and Stanford University (B.A. Political, 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Michael Dorsey is a lawyer practicing administrative regulation and agency, resolution trust corporation, housing and urban development and 3 other areas of law
  • John Michael received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1965, and has been licensed for 58 years
  • John Michael practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

John Michael Dorsey's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Mergers & Acquisitions

John Michael Dorsey is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in District of Columbia →

Government & Administrative Law

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

John Michael Dorsey is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in District of Columbia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Michael Dorsey

Where is John Michael Dorsey's law office located?
John Michael Dorsey's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Michael Dorsey handle?
John Michael Dorsey focuses on trusts, m&a, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has John Michael Dorsey practiced law?
John Michael Dorsey has 58+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1968.
Where did John Michael Dorsey go to law school?
John Michael Dorsey earned their education at (J.D. Urban, 1968); (B.A. Political, 1965).
How can I contact John Michael Dorsey for a consultation?
You can contact John Michael Dorsey 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 John Michael Dorsey received?
John Michael Dorsey's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Urban
University of Missouri at Kansas City
- 1968
B.A. Political
Stanford University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Missouri
Admitted: 1968
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989

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