Atty. Michael Pohorylo

Atty. Michael Pohorylo

Michael Pohorylo is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, arbitration, administrative law and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years.

Reston Reston 16 yrs experience 16 year
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About Michael Pohorylo at a glance

Michael Pohorylo is an Associate based in Reston, Virginia. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, employment, litigation, government, and adr. Admitted to practice in Connecticut U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut (2010), Massachusetts (2011), and Virginia (2020). Educated at Amherst College (B.A. Boston, 2004) and University of Connecticut School of Law J.D. with Honors University of Connecticut School of Law J.D. 2010 Lead articles editor University of Connecticut School of Law J.D. Connecticut Law Re (—). Serands clients in Reston, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Pohorylo is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, arbitration, administrative law and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Amherst College in 2004, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Michael practices in Reston, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Pohorylo's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Employment Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Mediation & Arbitration

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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 Reston 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

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Where is Michael Pohorylo's law office located?
Michael Pohorylo's law practice is located in Reston, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Pohorylo handle?
Michael Pohorylo focuses on criminal defense, employment, litigation, government, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Michael Pohorylo practiced law?
Michael Pohorylo has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Michael Pohorylo go to law school?
Michael Pohorylo earned their education at (B.A. Boston, 2004); (—).
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Education

B.A. Boston
Amherst College
- 2004
University of Connecticut School of Law J.D. with Honors University of Connecticut School of Law J.D. 2010 Lead articles editor University of Connecticut School of Law J.D. Connecticut Law Re
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

Connecticut U.S. District Court, District of Connecticut
Admitted: 2010
Massachusetts
Admitted: 2011
Virginia
Admitted: 2020

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