Atty. Michael E. Jaffe
Michael E. Jaffe is a lawyer practicing litigation, international arbitration, international litigation and 1 other area of law.
International Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC · 59+ Years Experience
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About Michael E. Jaffe at a Glance
Michael E. Jaffe is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP. They have 59+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1967. Their practice focuses on construction, litigation, adr, and international. Admitted to practice in Texas (1967), District of Columbia (1969), U.S. Supreme Court (1971), and Maryland U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Courts of Appeals, Second, Third, Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Seventh, Ei (1989). Educated at Columbia University School of Law (LL.B., 1967) and Rice University (B.A., 1964). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael E. Jaffe
- Michael E. Jaffe is a lawyer practicing litigation, international arbitration, international litigation and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Rice University in 1964, and has been licensed for 59 years
- Michael practices at Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP in Washington, DC
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Michael E. Jaffe's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael E. Jaffe handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Washington.
Construction Law in Washington
Michael E. Jaffe is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in District of Columbia →
Civil Litigation in Washington
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael E. Jaffe is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →
Mediation & Arbitration in Washington
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Michael E. Jaffe is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in District of Columbia →
International Law in Washington
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
Michael E. Jaffe is one of 39,787 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in District of Columbia →
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Washington
Practicing law in District of Columbia. Legal matters in District of Columbia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Washington are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate District of Columbia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Washington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Washington-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 Washington Choose Michael E. Jaffe
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 E. Jaffe's practice in the field of construction, litigation, adr, and international.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael E. Jaffe brings 59+ 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 Texas, District of Columbia, and U.S. Supreme Court, Michael E. Jaffe can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering construction, litigation, and adr, Michael E. Jaffe can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Washington
A Washington-based practice means Michael E. Jaffe 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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