Atty. Michael E Leiter

Atty. Michael E Leiter

Michael E Leiter is a lawyer practicing cfius, cybersecurity and privacy, congressional investigations and government policy and 1 other area of law. Michael received a A.B. degree from Columbia University in 1991, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Washington Washington 25 Years Experience 25 year
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About Michael E Leiter at a glance

Michael E Leiter is a Partner based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Skadden Arps Slate Meagher And Flom Llp. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on government, international, and internet. Educated at Harvard Law School (J.D., 2000) and Columbia University (A.B., 1991). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael E Leiter is a lawyer practicing cfius, cybersecurity and privacy, congressional investigations and government policy and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from Columbia University in 1991, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Michael practices at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael E Leiter's Areas of Practice

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

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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International Law

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Internet & Cyber Law

Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael E Leiter

Where is Michael E Leiter's law office located?
Michael E Leiter's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Skadden Arps Slate Meagher And Flom Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael E Leiter handle?
Michael E Leiter focuses on government, international, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Michael E Leiter practiced law?
Michael E Leiter has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Michael E Leiter go to law school?
Michael E Leiter earned their education at (J.D., 2000); (A.B., 1991).
How can I contact Michael E Leiter for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard Law School
- 2000
A.B.
Columbia University
- 1991

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