Atty. Michael Scott Long
Michael Scott Long is a lawyer practicing commercial law, corporate and securities, financial markets and services and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Evansville in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years.
Commercial Law & More Attorney · Serving Arlington, VA · 32+ Years Experience
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About Michael Scott Long at a Glance
Michael Scott Long is a Member based in Arlington, Virginia, practicing at Michael S. Long PLLC. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, business, securities, litigation, and consumer. Admitted to practice in District of Columbia (1994), Virginia (1998), New York (2013), and Maryland (2016). Educated at University of Michigan (J.D., 1994) and University of Evansville (B.S., 1991). Active member of The District of Columbia Bar Virginia and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Arlington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Scott Long
- Michael Scott Long is a lawyer practicing commercial law, corporate and securities, financial markets and services and 5 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Evansville in 1991, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Michael practices at Michael S. Long PLLC in Arlington, VA
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Michael Scott Long's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Scott Long handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Arlington.
Criminal Defense in Arlington
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Business & Corporate Law in Arlington
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Securities Law in Arlington
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Civil Litigation in Arlington
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Consumer Protection in Arlington
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Arlington
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 Arlington 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 venue, 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.
Arlington Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Arlington-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Arlington Choose Michael Scott Long
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Scott Long's practice in the field of criminal defense, business, securities, litigation, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Scott Long brings 32+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in District of Columbia, Virginia, and New York, Michael Scott Long can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, business, and securities, Michael Scott Long can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Arlington
A Arlington-based practice means Michael Scott Long attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael Scott Long Handles in Arlington
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