Atty. Michael Dunning
Michael Dunning is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Environmental Law. Michael, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2015.
Environmental Law Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA
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About Michael Dunning at a Glance
Michael Dunning is a environmental attorney based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Perkins Coie LLP. Educated at The University of Iowa (J.D., 1999). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Environmental Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Energy Law (2026). Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Dunning
- Michael Dunning is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Environmental Law
- Michael, who practices law in Seattle, Washington, has been recognized since 2015
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
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Michael Dunning's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Dunning handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Environmental Law in Seattle
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington 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 Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-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 Seattle Choose Michael Dunning
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 Dunning's practice in the field of environmental.
Focused Environmental Practice
Concentrating on environmental means Michael Dunning's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means Michael Dunning attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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