Atty. Michael J. Carlson

Atty. Michael J. Carlson

Michael J. Carlson is a lawyer practicing communications and media, wireless communications, telecommunications regulation and 6 other areas of law.

Arlington Arlington 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael J. Carlson at a glance

Michael J. Carlson is a criminal defense, ip, litigation, and entertainment attorney based in Arlington, Virginia. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (2004), Minnesota (2010), District of Minnesota (2010), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circui (2012). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 2010) and University of St. Thomas (B.A., 2007). Serands clients in Arlington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael J. Carlson is a lawyer practicing communications and media, wireless communications, telecommunications regulation and 6 other areas of law
  • Michael J. received a B.A. degree from University of St. Thomas in 2007, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Michael J. practices in Arlington, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Carlson's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Michael J. Carlson is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Virginia →

Civil Litigation

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Arlington 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. Carlson

Where is Michael J. Carlson's law office located?
Michael J. Carlson's law practice is located in Arlington, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Carlson handle?
Michael J. Carlson focuses on criminal defense, ip, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Michael J. Carlson practiced law?
Michael J. Carlson has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Michael J. Carlson go to law school?
Michael J. Carlson earned their education at (J.D., 2010); (B.A., 2007).
How can I contact Michael J. Carlson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania Law School
- 2010
B.A.
University of St. Thomas
- 2007

Bar Admissions

District of Columbia
Admitted: 2004
Minnesota
Admitted: 2010
District of Minnesota
Admitted: 2010
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circui
Admitted: 2012

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