Employment Law & More Attorney · Serving Anchorage, AK · 40+ Years Experience
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About Michael D. White at a Glance
Michael D. White is a Partner based in Anchorage, Alaska, practicing at Squire Patton Boggs. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on contracts, employment, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Alaska (1986), U.S. District Court, District of Alaska (1986), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1988), and U.S. Supreme Court (1989). Educated at Willamette University College of Law (J.D., 1986) and Western Oregon State College (B.S., 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Anchorage and Alaska Bar Associations. Serves clients in Anchorage, AK and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael D. White
- Mr. Michael D. White is a lawyer practicing litigation, employment law, government contracts and 3 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from Western Oregon State College in 1983, and has been licensed for 40 years
- Michael practices at Squire Patton Boggs in Anchorage, AK
Practice Areas Explained
Michael D. White's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael D. White handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Anchorage.
Contracts in Anchorage
Michael D. White is one of 76,101 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in Alaska →
Employment Law in Anchorage
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael D. White is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Alaska →
Civil Litigation in Anchorage
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael D. White is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Alaska →
Government & Administrative Law in Anchorage
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Michael D. White is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Alaska →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Anchorage
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 venue, 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.
Anchorage Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Anchorage-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 Anchorage Choose Michael D. White
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 D. White's practice in the field of contracts, employment, litigation, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael D. White brings 40+ 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 Alaska, U.S. District Court, District of Alaska, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, Michael D. White can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, employment, and litigation, Michael D. White can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Anchorage
A Anchorage-based practice means Michael D. White 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 D. White Handles in Anchorage
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael D. White has experience with under Alaska law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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