Atty. Michael Brian Shortnacy

Atty. Michael Brian Shortnacy

Michael Brian Shortnacy is a lawyer practicing litigation, antitrust & unfair competition, antitrust and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1996, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Brian Shortnacy at a glance

Michael Brian Shortnacy is an Attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at King & Spalding LLP. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on litigation and consumer. Admitted to practice in New York (2004), District of Columbia (2005), and California (2011). Educated at Washington College of Law, American University (J.D., 2003) and University of Southern California (B.A., 1996). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Brian Shortnacy is a lawyer practicing litigation, antitrust & unfair competition, antitrust and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Southern California in 1996, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Michael practices at King & Spalding LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Brian Shortnacy's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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Consumer Protection

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Jurisdictional Context

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Brian Shortnacy

Where is Michael Brian Shortnacy's law office located?
Michael Brian Shortnacy's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is King & Spalding LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Brian Shortnacy handle?
Michael Brian Shortnacy focuses on litigation, consumer. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Brian Shortnacy practiced law?
Michael Brian Shortnacy has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Michael Brian Shortnacy go to law school?
Michael Brian Shortnacy earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 1996).
How can I contact Michael Brian Shortnacy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Washington College of Law, American University
- 2003
B.A.
University of Southern California
- 1996

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2004
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2005
California
Admitted: 2011

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