Atty. Michael D. Hornstein

Atty. Michael D. Hornstein

Michael D. Hornstein is a lawyer practicing project finance, wind energy, energy regulation and compliance and 4 other areas of law.

Washington Washington 45 yrs experience 45 year
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About Michael D. Hornstein at a glance

Michael D. Hornstein is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Dla Piper Llp. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, securities, and energy. Admitted to practice in New York (1981) and District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Southern Distr (1987). Educated at St. John's University School of Law (J.D., 1980) and State University of New York at Albany (B.A., 1976). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael D. Hornstein is a lawyer practicing project finance, wind energy, energy regulation and compliance and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from State University of New York at Albany in 1976, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Michael practices at DLA Piper LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael D. Hornstein's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael D. Hornstein 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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Securities Law

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Energy & Utilities Law

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

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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 D. Hornstein

Where is Michael D. Hornstein's law office located?
Michael D. Hornstein's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Dla Piper Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael D. Hornstein handle?
Michael D. Hornstein focuses on business, securities, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Michael D. Hornstein practiced law?
Michael D. Hornstein has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Michael D. Hornstein go to law school?
Michael D. Hornstein earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1976).
How can I contact Michael D. Hornstein for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
St. John's University School of Law
- 1980
B.A.
State University of New York at Albany
- 1976

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 1981
District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Southern Distr
Admitted: 1987

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