Atty. Michael J. Blachman

Atty. Michael J. Blachman

Chairman, Portsmouth Industrial Development Authority, 1990-1992. Listed, Best Lawyers in America.

Portsmouth Portsmouth 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael J. Blachman at a glance

Michael J. Blachman is an Of Counsel based in Portsmouth, Virginia, practicing at Bangel, Bangel & Bangel, L.L.P.. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, and business. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1969) and U.S. Supreme Court (1974). Educated at University of Tennessee (J.D., 1969) and American University (B.S., 1966). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Virginia State Bar Council, 1995-2001 Virginia Trial Lawyers Association (President, 1989-1990) Southern Trial Lawyers Association (Board of Directors, 1993—) American Board of Trial Advocates. Serands clients in Portsmouth, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Chairman, Portsmouth Industrial Development Authority, 1990-1992
  • Listed, Best Lawyers in America

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Blachman's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

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Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Michael J. Blachman is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Virginia →

Wrongful Death

Michael J. Blachman is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in Virginia →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Michael J. Blachman is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Virginia →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 Portsmouth 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael J. Blachman

Where is Michael J. Blachman's law office located?
Michael J. Blachman's law practice is located in Portsmouth, Virginia. The firm is Bangel, Bangel & Bangel, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Blachman handle?
Michael J. Blachman focuses on car accidents, medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Michael J. Blachman practiced law?
Michael J. Blachman has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Michael J. Blachman go to law school?
Michael J. Blachman earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (B.S., 1966).
How can I contact Michael J. Blachman for a consultation?
You can contact Michael J. Blachman directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael J. Blachman received?
Michael J. Blachman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee
- 1969
B.S.
American University
- 1966

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1974

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