Atty. Michael James Passino

Atty. Michael James Passino

Michael James Passino is a lawyer practicing federal and state civil litigation, federal criminal law, employment law and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.

Nashville Nashville 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael James Passino at a glance

Michael James Passino is a Fed. Pub. Def. Off. based in Nashville, Tennessee. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, federal crimes, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in Tennessee (1977), U.S. Supreme Court (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1982), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1989). Educated at University of Tennessee at Knoxville (J.D., 1976) and University of Tennessee at Knoxville (B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Nashville, TN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael James Passino is a lawyer practicing federal and state civil litigation, federal criminal law, employment law and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Tennessee at Knoxville in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Michael practices in Nashville, TN

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James Passino's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael James Passino 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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Employment Law

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

Michael James Passino is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Tennessee →

Federal Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Michael James Passino is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Tennessee →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Tennessee

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael James Passino

Where is Michael James Passino's law office located?
Michael James Passino's law practice is located in Nashville, Tennessee. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James Passino handle?
Michael James Passino focuses on criminal defense, employment, federal crimes, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Tennessee.
How long has Michael James Passino practiced law?
Michael James Passino has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Michael James Passino go to law school?
Michael James Passino earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Michael James Passino for a consultation?
You can contact Michael James Passino 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 James Passino received?
Michael James Passino's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1976
B.A.
University of Tennessee at Knoxville
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Tennessee
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1982
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Tennessee U.S. Distric
Admitted: 1994

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