Atty. Michael Robert Poterala

Atty. Michael Robert Poterala

Mr. Michael Robert Poterala is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, sports law, general practice and 3 other areas of law.

College Park College Park 38 yrs experience 38 year
Call (240) 358-2448 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael Robert Poterala at a glance

Michael Robert Poterala is a Dep. Gen. Coun. based in College Park, Maryland. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on business, ip, education, government, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1988), North Carolina (2012), and Maryland (2015). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D. Finance, 1988) and Georgetown University (B.S. Finance, 1984). Active member of State Bar of Michigan Detroit Metropolitan Bar Association. Serands clients in College Park, MD and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael Robert Poterala is a lawyer practicing intellectual property, sports law, general practice and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Georgetown University in 1984, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Michael practices in College Park, MD

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Robert Poterala's Areas of Practice

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

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Michael Robert Poterala is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in Maryland →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

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Government & Administrative Law

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

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

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Maryland

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Robert Poterala

Where is Michael Robert Poterala's law office located?
Michael Robert Poterala's law practice is located in College Park, Maryland. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Robert Poterala handle?
Michael Robert Poterala focuses on business, ip, education, government, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Maryland.
How long has Michael Robert Poterala practiced law?
Michael Robert Poterala has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Michael Robert Poterala go to law school?
Michael Robert Poterala earned their education at (J.D. Finance, 1988); (B.S. Finance, 1984).
How can I contact Michael Robert Poterala for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. Finance
Georgetown University
- 1988
B.S. Finance
Georgetown University
- 1984

Bar Admissions

Michigan
Admitted: 1988
North Carolina
Admitted: 2012
Maryland
Admitted: 2015

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