Atty. Michael Dean Shimmin

Atty. Michael Dean Shimmin

Michael Dean Shimmin is a lawyer practicing water rights, litigation, appeals. Michael received a B.A. degree from Colorado State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Boulder Boulder 48 yrs experience 48 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Dean Shimmin at a glance

Michael Dean Shimmin is a litigation, environmental, and appellate attorney based in Boulder, Colorado. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1978). Educated at University of Colorado at Boulder (J.D., 1978) and Colorado State University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Boulder County and Colorado (Member, Water Law Section) Bar Associations Colorado Water Congress. Serands clients in Boulder, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Dean Shimmin is a lawyer practicing water rights, litigation, appeals
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Colorado State University in 1975, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Michael practices in Boulder, CO

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Dean Shimmin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Dean Shimmin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Michael Dean Shimmin is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Colorado →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

Michael Dean Shimmin is one of 86,319 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Colorado →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Dean Shimmin

Where is Michael Dean Shimmin's law office located?
Michael Dean Shimmin's law practice is located in Boulder, Colorado. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Dean Shimmin handle?
Michael Dean Shimmin focuses on litigation, environmental, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
How long has Michael Dean Shimmin practiced law?
Michael Dean Shimmin has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Michael Dean Shimmin go to law school?
Michael Dean Shimmin earned their education at (J.D., 1978); (B.A., 1975).
How can I contact Michael Dean Shimmin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Dean Shimmin received?
Michael Dean Shimmin's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Colorado at Boulder
- 1978
B.A.
Colorado State University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1978

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