Atty. Michael James Scanlon

Atty. Michael James Scanlon

Mr. Michael James Scanlon is a lawyer practicing employment / labor, administrative law, admiralty / maritime and 5 other areas of law.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 29 yrs experience 29 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael James Scanlon at a glance

Michael James Scanlon is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Gibson Dunn And Crutcher Llp. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on employment, business, m&a, securities, and employment contracts. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1997) and District of Columbia (1998). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (Juris Doctor, 1997). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Michael James Scanlon is a lawyer practicing employment / labor, administrative law, admiralty / maritime and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a degree from Georgetown University Law Center in 1997, and has been licensed for 29 years
  • Michael practices at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James Scanlon's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael James Scanlon 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Employment Contracts

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael James Scanlon

Where is Michael James Scanlon's law office located?
Michael James Scanlon's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Gibson Dunn And Crutcher Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James Scanlon handle?
Michael James Scanlon focuses on employment, business, m&a, securities, employment contracts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael James Scanlon practiced law?
Michael James Scanlon has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Michael James Scanlon go to law school?
Michael James Scanlon earned their education at (Juris Doctor, 1997).
How can I contact Michael James Scanlon for a consultation?
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Education

Juris Doctor
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1997

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1997
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1998

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