Atty. Michael Evan Jaffe
During his more than 30 years of practice, Mr. Jaffe has focused on dispute resolution internationally in arbitrations under various international arbitral regimes and domestically in court and arbitration proceedings.
Arbitration & More Attorney · Serving Washington, DC
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About Michael Evan Jaffe at a Glance
Michael Evan Jaffe is a construction and adr attorney based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Pillsbury. Educated at Columbia University (LL.B, 1967) and Rice University (BA, 1964). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Construction Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Construction (2026). Serves clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Evan Jaffe
- During his more than 30 years of practice, Mr. Jaffe has focused on dispute resolution internationally in arbitrations under various international arbitral regimes and domestically in court and arbitration proceedings
- A significant part of his work has involved representing owners, contractors and other stakeholders in projects ranging from infrastructure and energy facilities to sports stadiums and a wide variety of commercial structures
- He has acted as counsel in numerous international and domestic arbitrations, has been counsel in mediations involving both international and domestic matters and has served as an arbitrator involving projects in North America, South America, the Caribbean, Mexico, Europe, and Asia
- Mr. Jaffe is a member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
- He has been lead counsel in a wide array of construction industry and commercial litigation matters
- He has been widely recognized as a leading trial lawyer
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Michael Evan Jaffe's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Evan 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 Evan Jaffe is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in District of Columbia →
Mediation & Arbitration in Washington
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Michael Evan Jaffe is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in District of Columbia →
Jurisdictional Context
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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Why Clients in Washington Choose Michael Evan Jaffe
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Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering construction and adr, Michael Evan 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 Evan 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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