Atty. Michael Gerard Dowd

Atty. Michael Gerard Dowd

Mr. Michael Gerard Dowd is a lawyer practicing environmental law.

Richmond Richmond 44 yrs experience 44 year
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About Michael Gerard Dowd at a glance

Michael Gerard Dowd is a environmental attorney based in Richmond, Virginia. They have 44+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1982. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1982), District of Columbia (1986), and Virginia (1997). Educated at Vermont Law School (J.D., 1982) and Columbia University (A.B., 1979). Serands clients in Richmond, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Michael Gerard Dowd is a lawyer practicing environmental law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from Columbia University in 1979, and has been licensed for 44 years
  • Michael practices in Richmond, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Gerard Dowd's Areas of Practice

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

Environmental Law

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

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Where is Michael Gerard Dowd's law office located?
Michael Gerard Dowd's law practice is located in Richmond, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Gerard Dowd handle?
Michael Gerard Dowd focuses on environmental. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Michael Gerard Dowd practiced law?
Michael Gerard Dowd has 44+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1982.
Where did Michael Gerard Dowd go to law school?
Michael Gerard Dowd earned their education at (J.D., 1982); (A.B., 1979).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Vermont Law School
- 1982
A.B.
Columbia University
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1982
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1986
Virginia
Admitted: 1997

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