Atty. Michael Peter Socarras

Atty. Michael Peter Socarras

Mr. Michael Peter Socarras is a lawyer practicing appeals, litigation, alternative dispute resolution (adr) and 3 other areas of law.

McLean McLean 38 yrs experience 38 year
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About Michael Peter Socarras at a glance

Michael Peter Socarras is a Partner based in McLean, Virginia, practicing at Schmitz & Socarras LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, white collar, litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in New York (Inactive) (1988), District of Columbia (1989), and Missouri (1997). Educated at Yale Law School (J.D., 1986) and Brandeis University (B.A., 1983). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar The Missouri Bar American Bar Association. Serands clients in McLean, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael Peter Socarras is a lawyer practicing appeals, litigation, alternative dispute resolution (adr) and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Brandeis University in 1983, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Michael practices at Schmitz & Socarras LLP in McLean, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Peter Socarras's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Peter Socarras 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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White Collar Crimes

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Civil Litigation

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Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Michael Peter Socarras is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Virginia →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Peter Socarras

Where is Michael Peter Socarras's law office located?
Michael Peter Socarras's law practice is located in McLean, Virginia. The firm is Schmitz & Socarras LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Peter Socarras handle?
Michael Peter Socarras focuses on business, white collar, litigation, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Michael Peter Socarras practiced law?
Michael Peter Socarras has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Michael Peter Socarras go to law school?
Michael Peter Socarras earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Michael Peter Socarras for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Yale Law School
- 1986
B.A.
Brandeis University
- 1983

Bar Admissions

New York (Inactive)
Admitted: 1988
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1989
Missouri
Admitted: 1997

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