Atty. Michael Robert Lincoln

Atty. Michael Robert Lincoln

Michael Robert Lincoln is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, private equity & buyout, cross-border mergers & acquisitions and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Southeast Missouri State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Reston Reston 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Robert Lincoln at a glance

Michael Robert Lincoln is a Partner based in Reston, Virginia, practicing at Cooley LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and international. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1991) and District of Columbia (1993). Educated at University of Virginia (J.D., 1991) and Southeast Missouri State University (B.S., 1984). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Reston, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Robert Lincoln is a lawyer practicing mergers & acquisitions, private equity & buyout, cross-border mergers & acquisitions and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Southeast Missouri State University in 1984, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Michael practices at Cooley LLP in Reston, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Robert Lincoln's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Robert Lincoln 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.

Michael Robert Lincoln is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Michael Robert Lincoln is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in Virginia →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

Michael Robert Lincoln is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in Virginia →

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

Common questions about Michael Robert Lincoln

Where is Michael Robert Lincoln's law office located?
Michael Robert Lincoln's law practice is located in Reston, Virginia. The firm is Cooley LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Robert Lincoln handle?
Michael Robert Lincoln focuses on business, m&a, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Michael Robert Lincoln practiced law?
Michael Robert Lincoln has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Michael Robert Lincoln go to law school?
Michael Robert Lincoln earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S., 1984).
How can I contact Michael Robert Lincoln for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Robert Lincoln received?
Michael Robert Lincoln's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia
- 1991
B.S.
Southeast Missouri State University
- 1984

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Virginia
Admitted: 1991
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1993

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