Atty. Michael Alan Bishop

Atty. Michael Alan Bishop

Michael Alan Bishop is a lawyer practicing insurance defense law, construction law, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.Arch. degree from University of Tennessee in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Abingdon Abingdon 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Alan Bishop at a glance

Michael Alan Bishop is a criminal defense, construction, product liability, traffic, and insurance attorney based in Abingdon, Virginia. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1992) and U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1992). Educated at Marshall-Wythe School of Law College of William & Mary (J.D., 1992) and University of Tennessee (B.Arch., 1989). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serands clients in Abingdon, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Alan Bishop is a lawyer practicing insurance defense law, construction law, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.Arch. degree from University of Tennessee in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Michael practices in Abingdon, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Alan Bishop's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Construction Law

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Product Liability

Michael Alan Bishop is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Virginia →

Traffic Violations

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Michael Alan Bishop is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Alan Bishop

Where is Michael Alan Bishop's law office located?
Michael Alan Bishop's law practice is located in Abingdon, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Alan Bishop handle?
Michael Alan Bishop focuses on criminal defense, construction, product liability, traffic, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Michael Alan Bishop practiced law?
Michael Alan Bishop has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Michael Alan Bishop go to law school?
Michael Alan Bishop earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.Arch., 1989).
How can I contact Michael Alan Bishop for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Alan Bishop 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 Michael Alan Bishop received?
Michael Alan Bishop's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Marshall-Wythe School of Law College of William & Mary
- 1992
B.Arch.
University of Tennessee
- 1989

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Western District of Virginia U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1992

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