Atty. Michael J Dorney

Atty. Michael J Dorney

Michael J Dorney is a lawyer practicing appeals, business litigation, employment litigation and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1960, and has been licensed for 63 years.

New Haven New Haven 63 yrs experience 63 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael J Dorney at a glance

Michael J Dorney is a Senior Counsel based in New Haven, Connecticut. They have 63+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1963. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Connecticut (1963), U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (1964), U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit (1967), and U.S. Supreme Court (1969). Educated at Boston College (LL.B., 1963) and Boston College (B.A., 1960). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Connecticut. Serands clients in New Haven, CT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael J Dorney is a lawyer practicing appeals, business litigation, employment litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Boston College in 1960, and has been licensed for 63 years
  • Michael practices in New Haven, CT

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J Dorney's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Connecticut

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

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Where is Michael J Dorney's law office located?
Michael J Dorney's law practice is located in New Haven, Connecticut. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J Dorney handle?
Michael J Dorney focuses on employment, business, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Connecticut.
How long has Michael J Dorney practiced law?
Michael J Dorney has 63+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1963.
Where did Michael J Dorney go to law school?
Michael J Dorney earned their education at (LL.B., 1963); (B.A., 1960).
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What awards or recognition has Michael J Dorney received?
Michael J Dorney's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Boston College
- 1963
B.A.
Boston College
- 1960

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Connecticut
Admitted: 1963
U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 1964
U.S. Court of Appeals, Second Circuit
Admitted: 1967
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1969
U.S. Tax Court
Admitted: 1995
U.S. Court of Appeals, Federal Circuit
Admitted: 1998

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