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Michael D. Shaffer is a family law attorney based in Anchorage, Alaska. They have 26+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2000. Admitted to practice in Alaska (2000). Serands clients in Anchorage, AK and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Mr. Michael D. Shaffer is a lawyer practicing family law
- Michael has been licensed for 26 years
- Michael practices in Anchorage, AK
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Why local counsel matters in Alaska
Practicing law in Alaska. Legal matters in Alaska are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Anchorage are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alaska state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alaska 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 Alaska courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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