Atty. Michael Dean Gaffney

Atty. Michael Dean Gaffney

Michael Dean Gaffney is a lawyer practicing business litigation, health care litigation, business and health care mediation and arbitration. Michael received a B.S. degree from Regis College in 1974, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Idaho Falls Idaho Falls 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Dean Gaffney at a glance

Michael Dean Gaffney is a Retired based in Idaho Falls, Idaho. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, health care, and adr. Admitted to practice in Idaho (1986), U.S. District Court, District of Idaho (1986), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1988), and Wyoming (1989). Educated at University of Idaho (J.D., 1986) and Regis College (B.S. University, 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Idaho State Bar. Serands clients in Idaho Falls, ID and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Dean Gaffney is a lawyer practicing business litigation, health care litigation, business and health care mediation and arbitration
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Regis College in 1974, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Michael practices in Idaho Falls, ID

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Dean Gaffney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Dean Gaffney 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.

Michael Dean Gaffney is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Idaho →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael Dean Gaffney is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Idaho →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

Michael Dean Gaffney is one of 66,735 health care attorneys indexed nationally. Browse health care attorneys in Idaho →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Michael Dean Gaffney is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Idaho →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Idaho

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Dean Gaffney

Where is Michael Dean Gaffney's law office located?
Michael Dean Gaffney's law practice is located in Idaho Falls, Idaho. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Dean Gaffney handle?
Michael Dean Gaffney focuses on business, litigation, health care, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Idaho.
How long has Michael Dean Gaffney practiced law?
Michael Dean Gaffney has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Michael Dean Gaffney go to law school?
Michael Dean Gaffney earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S. University, 1974).
How can I contact Michael Dean Gaffney for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Dean Gaffney received?
Michael Dean Gaffney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Idaho
- 1986
B.S. University
Regis College
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Idaho
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of Idaho
Admitted: 1986
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1988
Wyoming
Admitted: 1989
U.S. District Court, District of Wyoming
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Admitted: 1995
U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Admitted: 1999
Oregon
Admitted: 2004
U.S. District Court, District of Oregon
Admitted: 2004

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