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Atty. Michael P. Cogswell

Atty. Michael P. Cogswell

Michael P. Cogswell is a lawyer.

Gettysburg Gettysburg 46 yrs experience 46 year
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About Michael P. Cogswell at a glance

Michael P. Cogswell is an UNUM Life Ins. Co. of Amer. based in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit (1980), U.S. Court of Military Appeals (1981), and U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Claims Court (1984). Educated at Georgetown University (LL.M., 1985) and College of the Holy Cross (A.B., 1977). Serands clients in Gettysburg, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Michael P. Cogswell is a lawyer
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from College of the Holy Cross in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Michael practices in Gettysburg, PA

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Pennsylvania

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

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Where is Michael P. Cogswell's law office located?
Michael P. Cogswell's law practice is located in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Michael P. Cogswell practiced law?
Michael P. Cogswell has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Michael P. Cogswell go to law school?
Michael P. Cogswell earned their education at (LL.M., 1985); (A.B., 1977).
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Education

LL.M.
Georgetown University
- 1985
A.B.
College of the Holy Cross
- 1977

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fourth Circuit
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Military Appeals
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Tax Court and U.S. Claims Court
Admitted: 1984
Maine
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, District of Maine
Admitted: 1986

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