Atty. Michael J. Pattinson

Atty. Michael J. Pattinson

Mike was born on May 3, 1971 in Moscow, Idaho and graduated from Moscow High School in 1989. After graduating from Moscow High School in 1989, Mike attended Washington State University.

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Profile Summary

About Michael J. Pattinson at a glance

Michael J. Pattinson is a Member based in Moscow, Idaho, practicing at Walker & Pattinson. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, wills, car accidents, and child custody. Admitted to practice in Idaho (1998), U.S. District Court, District of Idaho (1998), and Washington (2003). Educated at University of Idaho School of Law (J.D., 1998) and Washington State University of Idaho (B.A. English, 1994). Active member of ITLA), American Association for Justice (AAJ, Idaho State Bar, Washington State Bar, Idaho Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Moscow, ID and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mike was born on May 3, 1971 in Moscow, Idaho and graduated from Moscow High School in 1989
  • After graduating from Moscow High School in 1989, Mike attended Washington State University
  • He graduated from Washington State in 1994 with a Bachelor's Degree in English, with a Minor in Spanish Literature
  • While at Washington State, Mike also played football where he was a four year letter winner as a quarterback
  • Mike came back to Idaho in 1996 and attended the University of Idaho School of Law, where he obtained a Juris Doctor Degree in 1998
  • Mike joined the law firm of Walker & Pattinson in 1998
  • Mike is licensed to practice law in the States of Idaho, and Washington, as well as the United States District Court of Idaho
  • He maintains active membership with the Idaho State Bar Association, the Washington State Bar Association, and the Idaho Trial Lawyers Association
  • Mike is also actively involved in a number of community and civic organizations, such as the Moscow Central Lions club and the Moscow Elks
  • He is also presently a Board Member for Stepping Stones, Inc. The areas of law in which Mike practices includes Automobile Accidents, Business Law and Contracts, Corporations and Limited Liability Companies, all areas of felony and misdemeanor Criminal Law such as DUI, DWP, Manslaughter, Controlled Substances, Assault, Battery and Domestic Violence, Domestic Law, Child Custody, Divorce, Estates, including Wills, Trusts and Powers of Attorney, General Civil Practice, Insurance Law, Probate, and Real Estate

Practice Areas Explained

Michael J. Pattinson's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Wills

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Car Accidents

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Child Custody & Visitation

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Idaho

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael J. Pattinson

Where is Michael J. Pattinson's law office located?
Michael J. Pattinson's law practice is located in Moscow, Idaho. The firm is Walker & Pattinson. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael J. Pattinson handle?
Michael J. Pattinson focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, wills, car accidents, child custody. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Idaho.
How long has Michael J. Pattinson practiced law?
Michael J. Pattinson has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Michael J. Pattinson go to law school?
Michael J. Pattinson earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A. English, 1994).
How can I contact Michael J. Pattinson for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Idaho School of Law
- 1998
B.A. English
Washington State University of Idaho
- 1994

Bar Admissions

Idaho
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, District of Idaho
Admitted: 1998
Washington
Admitted: 2003

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