Atty. Michele L Forney

Atty. Michele L Forney

Michele L Forney is a lawyer practicing campaigning and political law, appellate practice, election and 6 other areas of law. Michele received a B.S. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years.

Carson City Carson City 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Michele L Forney at a glance

Michele L Forney is an Off. of the Atty. Gen. based in Carson City, Nevada. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on litigation, government, insurance, and appellate. Admitted to practice in US District Court, District of Arizona (2001), US Court of Appeals D.C (2004), and Nevada (2022). Educated at University of Dayton (J.D., 1999) and Carnegie Mellon University (B.S., 1996). Serands clients in Carson City, NV and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michele L Forney is a lawyer practicing campaigning and political law, appellate practice, election and 6 other areas of law
  • Michele received a B.S. degree from Carnegie Mellon University in 1996, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Michele practices in Carson City, NV

Practice Areas Explained

Michele L Forney's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michele L Forney handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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Insurance Law

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Appellate Practice

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Nevada

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

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michele L Forney

Where is Michele L Forney's law office located?
Michele L Forney's law practice is located in Carson City, Nevada. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michele L Forney handle?
Michele L Forney focuses on litigation, government, insurance, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Nevada.
How long has Michele L Forney practiced law?
Michele L Forney has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Michele L Forney go to law school?
Michele L Forney earned their education at (J.D., 1999); (B.S., 1996).
How can I contact Michele L Forney for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Dayton
- 1999
B.S.
Carnegie Mellon University
- 1996

Bar Admissions

US District Court, District of Arizona
Admitted: 2001
US Court of Appeals D.C
Admitted: 2004
Nevada
Admitted: 2022

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