Atty. Michael Paul Palmer

Atty. Michael Paul Palmer

Michael Paul Palmer is a lawyer. Michael received a M.A. degree from Freie Universität, Berlin, Germany in 1971, and has been licensed for 46 years.

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About Michael Paul Palmer at a glance

Michael Paul Palmer is a Member based in Middlebury, Vermont, practicing at Palmer Legal Services. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1980), U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit (1981), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1981), and Vermont (1987). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1980) and Freie Universität, Berlin, Germany (M.A., 1971). Active member of Vermont and American Bar Associations Vermont Trial Lawyers Association Society of Professionals in Dispute Resolution. Serands clients in Middlebury, VT and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Paul Palmer is a lawyer
  • Michael received a M.A. degree from Freie Universität, Berlin, Germany in 1971, and has been licensed for 46 years
  • Michael practices at Palmer Legal Services in Middlebury, VT

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Vermont

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

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Where is Michael Paul Palmer's law office located?
Michael Paul Palmer's law practice is located in Middlebury, Vermont. The firm is Palmer Legal Services. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
How long has Michael Paul Palmer practiced law?
Michael Paul Palmer has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Michael Paul Palmer go to law school?
Michael Paul Palmer earned their education at (J.D., 1980); (M.A., 1971).
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1980
M.A.
Freie Universität, Berlin, Germany
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1980
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1981
Vermont
Admitted: 1987
U.S. District Court, District of Vermont
Admitted: 1987

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