Atty. Michael Jerome Kennedy

Atty. Michael Jerome Kennedy

Michael Jerome Kennedy is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law. Michael received a degree from University of Iowa in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years.

Reno Reno 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Michael Jerome Kennedy at a glance

Michael Jerome Kennedy is a Member based in Reno, Nevada, practicing at Law Office of Michael Jerome Kennedy, PLLC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Colorado (1988), California (1997), and Nevada (2007). Educated at University of Minnesota (J.D., 1988) and University of Iowa (Economics, 1983). Serands clients in Reno, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Jerome Kennedy is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, criminal law
  • Michael received a degree from University of Iowa in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Michael practices at Law Office of Michael Jerome Kennedy, PLLC in Reno, NV

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Jerome Kennedy's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nevada

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Jerome Kennedy

Where is Michael Jerome Kennedy's law office located?
Michael Jerome Kennedy's law practice is located in Reno, Nevada. The firm is Law Office of Michael Jerome Kennedy, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Jerome Kennedy handle?
Michael Jerome Kennedy focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has Michael Jerome Kennedy practiced law?
Michael Jerome Kennedy has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Michael Jerome Kennedy go to law school?
Michael Jerome Kennedy earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (Economics, 1983).
How can I contact Michael Jerome Kennedy for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Minnesota
- 1988
Economics
University of Iowa
- 1983

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 1988
California
Admitted: 1997
Nevada
Admitted: 2007

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