Atty. Michael Laurence Kessler

Atty. Michael Laurence Kessler

Michael Laurence Kessler is a lawyer practicing energy, energy facility siting, environmental law and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years.

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Profile Summary

About Michael Laurence Kessler at a glance

Michael Laurence Kessler is a MISO based in Washington, District of Columbia. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on environmental and energy. Admitted to practice in Massachusetts (1980), District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit (1984), and Indiana (2016). Educated at Vermont Law School (J.D., 1980) and Brown University (B.A., 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of American Bar Association District of Columbia Bar Energy Bar Association. Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Laurence Kessler is a lawyer practicing energy, energy facility siting, environmental law and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Brown University in 1975, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Michael practices in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Laurence Kessler's Areas of Practice

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

Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

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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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Where is Michael Laurence Kessler's law office located?
Michael Laurence Kessler's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Laurence Kessler handle?
Michael Laurence Kessler focuses on environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Michael Laurence Kessler practiced law?
Michael Laurence Kessler has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Michael Laurence Kessler go to law school?
Michael Laurence Kessler earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (B.A., 1975).
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What awards or recognition has Michael Laurence Kessler received?
Michael Laurence Kessler's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Vermont Law School
- 1980
B.A.
Brown University
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Massachusetts
Admitted: 1980
District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit
Admitted: 1984
Indiana
Admitted: 2016

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