Atty. Michael Richard Pennington

Atty. Michael Richard Pennington

Mr. Michael Richard Pennington is a lawyer practicing class action defense, civil trial practice, commercial law and 4 other areas of law.

Birmingham Birmingham 41 yrs experience 41 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Richard Pennington at a glance

Michael Richard Pennington is a Partner based in Birmingham, Alabama, practicing at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on trademark, copyright, business, class action, and securities. Admitted to practice in Alabama (1985), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama (1985), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, Middle and Southern Districts of Al (1987). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1984) and University of Alabama-Birmingham (B.A., 1981). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Birmingham and American Bar Associations Alabama State Bar Bar of the United States Supreme Court. Serands clients in Birmingham, AL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Michael Richard Pennington is a lawyer practicing class action defense, civil trial practice, commercial law and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Alabama-Birmingham in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Michael practices at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP in Birmingham, AL

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Richard Pennington's Areas of Practice

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

Trademark Law

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Copyright Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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Class Action

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Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Alabama

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Richard Pennington

Where is Michael Richard Pennington's law office located?
Michael Richard Pennington's law practice is located in Birmingham, Alabama. The firm is Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Richard Pennington handle?
Michael Richard Pennington focuses on trademark, copyright, business, class action, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Alabama.
How long has Michael Richard Pennington practiced law?
Michael Richard Pennington has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Michael Richard Pennington go to law school?
Michael Richard Pennington earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Michael Richard Pennington for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Richard Pennington received?
Michael Richard Pennington's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1984
B.A.
University of Alabama-Birmingham
- 1981

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Alabama
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Alabama
Admitted: 1985
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit and U.S. District Court, Middle and Southern Districts of Al
Admitted: 1987

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