Atty. Michael Kaeding
Mike Kaeding is a trial lawyer who regularly represents both plaintiffs and defendants in a wide range of complex, high-profile litigation, including antitrust, commercial, financial services, intellectual property, white collar criminal and technology cases. Mike has tried cases to verdict and regularly serves as a trial instructor for Emory University’s nationally recognized Trial Techniques program.
Commercial Litigation Attorney · Serving Raleigh, NC
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About Michael Kaeding at a Glance
Michael Kaeding is a business and litigation attorney based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Alston & Bird LLP. Educated at Emory University (J.D., 1997) and Benedictine University (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Banking and Finance (2026). Serves clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Kaeding
- Mike Kaeding is a trial lawyer who regularly represents both plaintiffs and defendants in a wide range of complex, high-profile litigation, including antitrust, commercial, financial services, intellectual property, white collar criminal and technology cases
- Mike has tried cases to verdict and regularly serves as a trial instructor for Emory University’s nationally recognized Trial Techniques program
- He was named a Litigation Future Star by Benchmark Litigation
- Although based in North Carolina, Mike has successfully resolved dozens of high-profile cases throughout the nation and Southeast
- He recently concluded a two-month catastrophic injury trial in Montgomery, Alabama, where he obtained a jury verdict for his clients in excess of $24.75 million
- Mike’s representation of both plaintiffs and defendants provides him with a unique litigation perspective that permits him to quickly and thoroughly identify the key issues and strengths and weaknesses of a matter
- He uses this knowledge at every stage of litigation to achieve the most favorable outcome for his clients, whether through motion practice, settlement or trial
- Outside the courtroom, Mike leverages his litigation experience to help clients avoid liability through the implementation of proactive measures designed to reduce risk without interfering with strategic business and other objectives
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Kaeding's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Kaeding handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Raleigh.
Business & Corporate Law in Raleigh
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Civil Litigation in Raleigh
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Raleigh
Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Raleigh are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Raleigh Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Raleigh-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Raleigh Choose Michael Kaeding
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Kaeding's practice in the field of business and litigation.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business and litigation, Michael Kaeding can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Raleigh
A Raleigh-based practice means Michael Kaeding attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Kaeding Handles in Raleigh
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Kaeding has experience with under North Carolina law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael Kaeding directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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