Atty. Michael William Droke

Atty. Michael William Droke

Michael William Droke is a lawyer practicing erisa litigation, labor and employment, life sciences and health care and 9 other areas of law. Michael received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Seattle Seattle 34 yrs experience 34 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael William Droke at a glance

Michael William Droke is a Partner, Labor and Employment Co-Department Head based in Seattle, Washington, practicing at Dorsey & Whitney LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on formation, employment, class action, litigation, and health care. Admitted to practice in California (1992) and Washington U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington U.S. District Court, Northern Distric (1996). Educated at Santa Clara University School of Law (J.D., 1992) and University of California, Berkeley (A.B., 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Seattle, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael William Droke is a lawyer practicing erisa litigation, labor and employment, life sciences and health care and 9 other areas of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1986, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Michael practices at Dorsey & Whitney LLP in Seattle, WA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Michael William Droke's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael William Droke handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

Michael William Droke is one of 35,584 formation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse formation attorneys in Washington →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Michael William Droke is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Washington →

Class Action

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Civil Litigation

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Michael William Droke is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Washington →

Health Care Law

Health care attorneys for HIPAA, Medicare, Medicaid, regulatory compliance, and medical licensing matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael William Droke

Where is Michael William Droke's law office located?
Michael William Droke's law practice is located in Seattle, Washington. The firm is Dorsey & Whitney LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael William Droke handle?
Michael William Droke focuses on formation, employment, class action, litigation, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Michael William Droke practiced law?
Michael William Droke has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Michael William Droke go to law school?
Michael William Droke earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (A.B., 1986).
How can I contact Michael William Droke for a consultation?
You can contact Michael William Droke 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 William Droke received?
Michael William Droke's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Santa Clara University School of Law
- 1992
A.B.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1986

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1992
Washington U.S. District Court, Western District of Washington U.S. District Court, Northern Distric
Admitted: 1996

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