Atty. Michael Reiss

Atty. Michael Reiss

Michael Reiss is a lawyer practicing employment, employment & labor, litigation and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1965, and has been licensed for 55 years.

Seattle Seattle 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Reiss at a glance

Michael Reiss is a Partner based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1971) and Washington (1980). Educated at Yale University Law School (J.D., 1968) and Harvard University (B.A., 1965). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Reiss is a lawyer practicing employment, employment & labor, litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1965, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Michael practices at Davis Wright Tremaine LLP in Seattle, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Reiss's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Michael Reiss is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Washington →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Michael Reiss is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Washington →

Civil Litigation

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

Michael Reiss is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Washington →

Mediation & Arbitration

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

Michael Reiss is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Washington →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Reiss

Where is Michael Reiss's law office located?
Michael Reiss's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Davis Wright Tremaine LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Reiss handle?
Michael Reiss focuses on employment, business, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Michael Reiss practiced law?
Michael Reiss has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Michael Reiss go to law school?
Michael Reiss earned their education at (J.D., 1968); (B.A., 1965).
How can I contact Michael Reiss for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Reiss received?
Michael Reiss's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Yale University Law School
- 1968
B.A.
Harvard University
- 1965

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1971
Washington
Admitted: 1980

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