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Atty. Michael A. Patterson

Atty. Michael A. Patterson

Adjunct Professor of Law, Louisiana State University Law Center. Author and Seminars: Woodard et al., Louisiana Trial Procedure, Chapter 8, Hearsay, §8-1 through 8-17 - Eye of Evidence (monthly column dealing with current issues of trial evidence) - LSBA, Multi-Topic Seminar, Through the Looking Glass, The Keys to the Daubert Gate, 1997 - LSBA, Evidence and Procedure Seminar, The Illusionists: Courtroom Magic -Presumptions to Post-Trial, 1998 - ATLA Annual Convention, Attorney/Client Sex: The Final Boundary Action - video and interactive program presented with Edward J.

Baton Rouge Baton Rouge 55 yrs experience 55 year
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About Michael A. Patterson at a glance

Michael A. Patterson is an Of Counsel based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, practforg at Long Law Firm, L.L.P.. They haand 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1971), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth (1971), District of Columbia (1972), and U.S. Supreme Court (1989). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1971) and Louisiana State University (B.A. Pepperdine, 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Baton Rouge, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Adjunct Professor of Law, Louisiana State University Law Center
  • Author and Seminars: Woodard et al., Louisiana Trial Procedure, Chapter 8, Hearsay, §8-1 through 8-17 - Eye of Evidence (monthly column dealing with current issues of trial evidence) - LSBA, Multi-Topic Seminar, Through the Looking Glass, The Keys to the Daubert Gate, 1997 - LSBA, Evidence and Procedure Seminar, The Illusionists: Courtroom Magic -Presumptions to Post-Trial, 1998 - ATLA Annual Convention, Attorney/Client Sex: The Final Boundary Action - video and interactive program presented with Edward J. Walters, July 1999 - BRBA 1999 Evidence Update - Baton Rouge Bar Association, Bench Bar Conference, Ethical Standards of the Advocate in a Mediation: Are There Any?, 2001 - LTLA, Spring Break CLE, Negotiating and Mediating Troubled Business Transactions, March 2002 - Baton Rouge Bar Association, Bench Bar Conference, Surviving the Deposition Minefield, 2002 - LSBA, 18 Summer School for Lawyers, She can't do that... or can she?
  • A Video Expose' of Ethical Enigmas in the Courtroom, presented with Edward J. Walters, Jr., June 2002 - LSBA, 20th Annual Summer School for Lawyers, Mr. Gambini, that is a lucid, intelligent, well-thought out hearsay objection... "OVERRULED!" - Why Can't I Get These Hearsay Objections Right?: An Interactive Video Explanation, presented with Edward J. Walters, Jr., and Scott Fruge, June 2004 - Baton Rouge Bar Association, Bench Bar Conference, Compete for Top Gun Evidence Competition, presented with Scott Fruge', Frank Holthaus, and Edward J. Walters, Jr., April 2006 - LSBA, 22nd Annual Summer School for Lawyers, What's with THAT Character?: Demystifying Character and Habit Evidence - The Reality Show, presented with Scott Fruge', Frank Holthaus, and Edward J. Walters, Jr., June 2006 - LSBA 24th Annual Summer School for Lawyers, The Privilege is All Yours: The Exercise, Defense, and Waiver of Testimonial Privileges in State and Federal Court, June 2008 - LSBA, New York Multi Topic Seminar, The Intersection of Ethics and Malpractice, presented with Christine Lipsey, November 2009 - LSBA, New York Multi Topic Seminar, "That's ridiculous
  • We're leaving." - Tested Techniques for Achieving Maximum Success in Mediation, presented with Ed Walters, November 2011

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

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

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Where is Michael A. Patterson's law office located?
Michael A. Patterson's law practice is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The firm is Long Law Firm, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Michael A. Patterson practiced law?
Michael A. Patterson has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Michael A. Patterson go to law school?
Michael A. Patterson earned their education at (J.D., 1971); (B.A. Pepperdine, 1968).
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What awards or recognition has Michael A. Patterson receiandd?
Michael A. Patterson's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1971
B.A. Pepperdine
Louisiana State University
- 1968

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1971
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth
Admitted: 1971
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1989

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