Atty. Michael Brian Goodfried

Atty. Michael Brian Goodfried

Michael Brian Goodfried is a lawyer practicing criminal, indian, traffic violations and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years.

Seattle Seattle 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Brian Goodfried at a glance

Michael Brian Goodfried is a Staff Lawyer based in Seattle, Washington, practforg at Kandl Gates Llp. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, ip, and traffic. Admitted to practice in California (1997) and Washington (1998). Educated at Boston University School of Law (J.D., 1997) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A. Economics, 1994). Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Brian Goodfried is a lawyer practicing criminal, indian, traffic violations and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1994, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Michael practices at K&L Gates LLP in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Brian Goodfried's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Brian Goodfried 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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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Traffic Violations

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Brian Goodfried

Where is Michael Brian Goodfried's law office located?
Michael Brian Goodfried's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Kandl Gates Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Brian Goodfried handle?
Michael Brian Goodfried focuses on criminal defense, ip, traffic. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Michael Brian Goodfried practiced law?
Michael Brian Goodfried has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Michael Brian Goodfried go to law school?
Michael Brian Goodfried earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.A. Economics, 1994).
How can I contact Michael Brian Goodfried for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Boston University School of Law
- 1997
B.A. Economics
University of California at Berkeley
- 1994

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1997
Washington
Admitted: 1998

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