Atty. Michael A. Woods

Atty. Michael A. Woods

Michael A. Woods is a lawyer practicing energy, corporate.

Washington Washington 23 yrs experience 23 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael A. Woods at a glance

Michael A. Woods is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Kirkland Ellis Llp. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on business and energy. Admitted to practice in Georgia (2003) and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit Supreme Court of Geo (2007). Educated at Emory University School of Law (J.D., 2003) and University of Florida B.S. Finance University of Florida B.S. Spanish University of Florida (B.A. Finance, 2000). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar State Bar of Georgia Energy Bar Association. Provides legal services in Spanish. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael A. Woods is a lawyer practicing energy, corporate
  • Michael A. received a B.S. degree from University of Florida, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Michael A. practices at Kirkland & Ellis LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael A. Woods's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Michael A. Woods is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy 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 Michael A. Woods

Where is Michael A. Woods's law office located?
Michael A. Woods's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Kirkland Ellis Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael A. Woods handle?
Michael A. Woods focuses on business, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Michael A. Woods practiced law?
Michael A. Woods has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
What languages does Michael A. Woods speak?
Michael A. Woods provides legal services in Spanish. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Michael A. Woods go to law school?
Michael A. Woods earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A. Finance, 2000).
How can I contact Michael A. Woods for a consultation?
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Emory University School of Law
- 2003
B.A. Finance
University of Florida B.S. Finance University of Florida B.S. Spanish University of Florida
- 2000

Languages

Bar Admissions

Georgia
Admitted: 2003
District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit Supreme Court of Geo
Admitted: 2007

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