Atty. Michael Caughey
Michael Caughey is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, business transactions, corporate finance & securities and 6 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Whitman College in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years.
Business Transactions & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA · 21+ Years Experience
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About Michael Caughey at a Glance
Michael Caughey is an Associate based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on business, securities, consumer, agriculture, and energy. Admitted to practice in New York (2005) and Washington (2007). Educated at University of Washington School of Law (J.D., 2004) and Whitman College (B.A., 2001). Active member of Board of Bar Examiners. Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Caughey
- Michael Caughey is a lawyer practicing securities & investment fraud, business transactions, corporate finance & securities and 6 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Whitman College in 2001, and has been licensed for 21 years
- Michael practices at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP in Seattle, WA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Caughey's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Caughey handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Business & Corporate Law in Seattle
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Securities Law in Seattle
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Consumer Protection in Seattle
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
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Agricultural Law in Seattle
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Energy & Utilities Law in Seattle
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
Practicing 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 venue, 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.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Seattle Choose Michael Caughey
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Caughey's practice in the field of business, securities, consumer, agriculture, and energy.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Caughey brings 21+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in New York and Washington, Michael Caughey can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, securities, and consumer, Michael Caughey can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means Michael Caughey attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Caughey Handles in Seattle
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Caughey has experience with under Washington law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael Caughey directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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