Atty. Michael Leonard Barrett

Atty. Michael Leonard Barrett

Mr. Michael Leonard Barrett is a lawyer practicing litigation, employment & labor, real estate.

Washington Washington 56 yrs experience 56 year
Call (202) 367-9055 Book Appointment

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About Michael Leonard Barrett at a glance

Michael Leonard Barrett is a Member based in Washington, District of Columbia, practicing at The Shanahan Law Firm Llc. They have 56+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1970. Their practice focuses on employment, real estate, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1970) and District of Columbia (1976). Serands clients in Washington, DC and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael Leonard Barrett is a lawyer practicing litigation, employment & labor, real estate
  • Michael has been licensed for 56 years
  • Michael practices at The Shanahan Law Firm, LLC in Washington, DC

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Leonard Barrett's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Leonard Barrett 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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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Michael Leonard Barrett is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in District of Columbia →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael Leonard Barrett is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in District of Columbia →

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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Leonard Barrett

Where is Michael Leonard Barrett's law office located?
Michael Leonard Barrett's law practice is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The firm is The Shanahan Law Firm Llc. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Leonard Barrett handle?
Michael Leonard Barrett focuses on employment, real estate, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in District of Columbia.
How long has Michael Leonard Barrett practiced law?
Michael Leonard Barrett has 56+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1970.
How can I contact Michael Leonard Barrett for a consultation?
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Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1970
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1976

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