Atty. Michael A. Bowman
Michael A. Bowman is a lawyer practicing complex commercial litigation, labor and employment, civil rights and 8 other areas of law.
Civil Rights & More Attorney · Serving Philadelphia, PA · 28+ Years Experience
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About Michael A. Bowman at a Glance
Michael A. Bowman is a Managing Partner based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, practicing at Bowman & Partners, LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on employment, business, bankruptcy, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Middle District of Pennsylvania U.S. District Court, Eastern Distr (1998). Educated at University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Law J.D. (—) and Carnegie Mellon University B.S. Applied History Lafollette Institute of Public Affairs M.P.A. Public Affairs and Administration (—). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Pennsylvania Bar Association Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers Association Commercial Law League of America National Association of Bond Lawyers. Serves clients in Philadelphia, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael A. Bowman
- Michael A. Bowman is a lawyer practicing complex commercial litigation, labor and employment, civil rights and 8 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from Carnegie Mellon University, and has been licensed for 28 years
- Michael practices at Bowman & Partners, LLP in Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael A. Bowman's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael A. Bowman handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Philadelphia.
Employment Law in Philadelphia
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael A. Bowman is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Business & Corporate Law in Philadelphia
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael A. Bowman is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Philadelphia
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Michael A. Bowman is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Civil Litigation in Philadelphia
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael A. Bowman is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Civil Rights in Philadelphia
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
Michael A. Bowman is one of 69,634 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Pennsylvania →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Philadelphia
Practicing law in Pennsylvania. Legal matters in Pennsylvania are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Philadelphia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Pennsylvania state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Philadelphia Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia Choose Michael A. Bowman
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 Michael A. Bowman's practice in the field of employment, business, bankruptcy, litigation, and civil rights.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael A. Bowman brings 28+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and bankruptcy, Michael A. Bowman can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Philadelphia
A Philadelphia-based practice means Michael A. Bowman attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael A. Bowman Handles in Philadelphia
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