Atty. Michael James McAdams

Atty. Michael James McAdams

Michael James McAdams is a lawyer practicing public policy & regulation, energy. Michael received a B.A. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Washington Washington 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Michael James McAdams at a glance

Michael James McAdams is a Sr. Policy Advisor based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at Holland And Knight Llp. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on energy. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (1992). Educated at America University, Washington College of Law (J.D., 1990) and Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (B.A., 1979). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael James McAdams is a lawyer practicing public policy & regulation, energy
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Michael practices at Holland & Knight LLP in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James McAdams's Areas of Practice

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

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in District of Columbia

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

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Frequently Asked

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Where is Michael James McAdams's law office located?
Michael James McAdams's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is Holland And Knight Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James McAdams handle?
Michael James McAdams focuses on energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Michael James McAdams practiced law?
Michael James McAdams has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Michael James McAdams go to law school?
Michael James McAdams earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1979).
How can I contact Michael James McAdams for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
America University, Washington College of Law
- 1990
B.A.
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University
- 1979

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1992

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