Atty. Michael Patrick Cotton

Atty. Michael Patrick Cotton

Michael Patrick Cotton is a lawyer practicing corporate law, litigation, business law litigation and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 2012, and has been licensed for 11 years.

Malvern Malvern 11 Years Experience 11 year
Call (484) 421-2330

Profile Summary

About Michael Patrick Cotton at a glance

Michael Patrick Cotton is an Associate based in Malvern, Pennsylvania. They have 11+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2015. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania (2015), United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania (2015), and New Jersey (2015). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 2015) and Rutgers University (B.A. Summa, 2012). Serves clients in Malvern, PA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael Patrick Cotton is a lawyer practicing corporate law, litigation, business law litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Rutgers University in 2012, and has been licensed for 11 years
  • Michael practices in Malvern, PA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Patrick Cotton's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Civil Litigation

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

Michael Patrick Cotton is one of 409,070 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Pennsylvania →

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 Malvern 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 venue, 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Patrick Cotton

Where is Michael Patrick Cotton's law office located?
Michael Patrick Cotton's law practice is located in Malvern, Pennsylvania. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Patrick Cotton handle?
Michael Patrick Cotton focuses on business, m&a, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Pennsylvania.
How long has Michael Patrick Cotton practiced law?
Michael Patrick Cotton has 11+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2015.
Where did Michael Patrick Cotton go to law school?
Michael Patrick Cotton earned their education at (J.D., 2015); (B.A. Summa, 2012).
How can I contact Michael Patrick Cotton for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 2015
B.A. Summa
Rutgers University
- 2012

Bar Admissions

Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2015
United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania
Admitted: 2015
New Jersey
Admitted: 2015

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