Atty. Michael Robert Drysdale

Atty. Michael Robert Drysdale

Michael Robert Drysdale is a lawyer practicing administrative law, environmental and natural resources, litigation and 6 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1987, and has been licensed for 31 years.

Minneapolis Minneapolis 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Michael Robert Drysdale at a glance

Michael Robert Drysdale is an Of Counsel based in Minneapolis, Minnesota, practicing at Dorsey & Whitney LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on litigation, environmental, government, agriculture, and energy. Admitted to practice in Minnesota U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota (1995). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1995) and University of Michigan (B.A. Political, 1987). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Minneapolis, MN and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Robert Drysdale is a lawyer practicing administrative law, environmental and natural resources, litigation and 6 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1987, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Michael practices at Dorsey & Whitney LLP in Minneapolis, MN

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Robert Drysdale's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

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

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Michael Robert Drysdale is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in Minnesota →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Michael Robert Drysdale is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Minnesota →

Agricultural Law

Agriculture attorneys for farm operations, ag finance, land use, water rights, and agribusiness.

Michael Robert Drysdale is one of 4,793 agriculture attorneys indexed nationally. Browse agriculture attorneys in Minnesota →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Minnesota

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Robert Drysdale

Where is Michael Robert Drysdale's law office located?
Michael Robert Drysdale's law practice is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The firm is Dorsey & Whitney LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Robert Drysdale handle?
Michael Robert Drysdale focuses on litigation, environmental, government, agriculture, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Minnesota.
How long has Michael Robert Drysdale practiced law?
Michael Robert Drysdale has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Michael Robert Drysdale go to law school?
Michael Robert Drysdale earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A. Political, 1987).
How can I contact Michael Robert Drysdale for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Robert Drysdale received?
Michael Robert Drysdale's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1995
B.A. Political
University of Michigan
- 1987

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

Minnesota U.S. District Court, District of Minnesota
Admitted: 1995

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