Atty. Michael S. Garrison

Atty. Michael S. Garrison

Michael S. Garrison is a lawyer practicing government relations, economic development, litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Morgantown Morgantown 30 yrs experience 30 year
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About Michael S. Garrison at a glance

Michael S. Garrison is a Member based in Morgantown, West Virginia, practicing at Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC. They have 30+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1996. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in West Virginia (1996), West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals (1996), District of Columbia (1999), and Pennsylvania United States District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of West Virginia (2011). Educated at West Virginia University College of Law (J.D., 1996) and West Virginia University (B.A. Political, 1992). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Morgantown, WV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael S. Garrison is a lawyer practicing government relations, economic development, litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from West Virginia University in 1992, and has been licensed for 30 years
  • Michael practices at Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC in Morgantown, WV

Practice Areas Explained

Michael S. Garrison's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael S. Garrison 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 S. Garrison is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in West Virginia →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Michael S. Garrison is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in West Virginia →

Civil Litigation

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

Michael S. Garrison is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in West Virginia →

Government & Administrative Law

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

Michael S. Garrison is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in West Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in West Virginia

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael S. Garrison

Where is Michael S. Garrison's law office located?
Michael S. Garrison's law practice is located in Morgantown, West Virginia. The firm is Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael S. Garrison handle?
Michael S. Garrison focuses on employment, business, litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in West Virginia.
How long has Michael S. Garrison practiced law?
Michael S. Garrison has 30+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1996.
Where did Michael S. Garrison go to law school?
Michael S. Garrison earned their education at (J.D., 1996); (B.A. Political, 1992).
How can I contact Michael S. Garrison for a consultation?
You can contact Michael S. Garrison directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael S. Garrison received?
Michael S. Garrison's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
West Virginia University College of Law
- 1996
B.A. Political
West Virginia University
- 1992

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

West Virginia
Admitted: 1996
West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals
Admitted: 1996
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1999
Pennsylvania United States District Courts for the Northern and Southern Districts of West Virginia
Admitted: 2011

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