Atty. Michael T. Schein
Michael T. Schein is a lawyer practicing appellate, arbitrations, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law.
Appellate & More Attorney · Serving Seattle, WA · 34+ Years Experience
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About Michael T. Schein at a Glance
Michael T. Schein is an Of Counsel based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Sullivan Law Firm. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on litigation, government, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Washington (1992). Educated at University of Oregon (J.D., 1979) and Reed College (B.A. Phi, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of King County and Washington State Bar Associations Washington Appellate Lawyers Association Washington State Trial Lawyers Association. Serves clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael T. Schein
- Michael T. Schein is a lawyer practicing appellate, arbitrations, civil litigation and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Reed College in 1976, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Michael practices at Sullivan Law Firm in Seattle, WA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael T. Schein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael T. Schein handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Seattle.
Civil Litigation in Seattle
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Government & Administrative Law in Seattle
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Michael T. Schein is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Washington →
Mediation & Arbitration in Seattle
Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.
Michael T. Schein is one of 73,315 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in Washington →
Appellate Practice in Seattle
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Michael T. Schein is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys in Washington →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Seattle
Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Seattle are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington 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 Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Seattle Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Seattle-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 Seattle Choose Michael T. Schein
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 T. Schein's practice in the field of litigation, government, adr, and appellate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael T. Schein brings 34+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering litigation, government, and adr, Michael T. Schein can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Seattle
A Seattle-based practice means Michael T. Schein 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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