Atty. Paul Mitchell Breakman

Atty. Paul Mitchell Breakman

Paul Mitchell Breakman is a lawyer practicing media law, energy law, electric utilities and 3 other areas of law. Paul received a B.A. degree from University of California, San Diego in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years.

Arlington Arlington 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Paul Mitchell Breakman at a glance

Paul Mitchell Breakman is a business, government, entertainment, and energy attorney based in Arlington, Virginia. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Admitted to practice in Maryland (1998), New Jersey (1998), U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey (1998), and District of Columbia (2000). Educated at Tulane University of Louisiana (J.D. Certificate, 1997) and University of California, San Diego (B.A., 1993). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Maryland State, Energy and American Bar Associations Federal Communications Bar Association. Serands clients in Arlington, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Paul Mitchell Breakman is a lawyer practicing media law, energy law, electric utilities and 3 other areas of law
  • Paul received a B.A. degree from University of California, San Diego in 1993, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Paul practices in Arlington, VA

Practice Areas Explained

Paul Mitchell Breakman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Paul Mitchell Breakman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

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

Paul Mitchell Breakman is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →

Government & Administrative Law

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

Paul Mitchell Breakman is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Virginia →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Paul Mitchell Breakman is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in Virginia →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

Paul Mitchell Breakman is one of 36,230 energy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse energy attorneys in Virginia →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Virginia

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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Paul Mitchell Breakman

Where is Paul Mitchell Breakman's law office located?
Paul Mitchell Breakman's law practice is located in Arlington, Virginia. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Paul Mitchell Breakman handle?
Paul Mitchell Breakman focuses on business, government, entertainment, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Virginia.
How long has Paul Mitchell Breakman practiced law?
Paul Mitchell Breakman has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Paul Mitchell Breakman go to law school?
Paul Mitchell Breakman earned their education at (J.D. Certificate, 1997); (B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Paul Mitchell Breakman for a consultation?
You can contact Paul Mitchell Breakman 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 Paul Mitchell Breakman received?
Paul Mitchell Breakman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. Certificate
Tulane University of Louisiana
- 1997
B.A.
University of California, San Diego
- 1993

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Maryland
Admitted: 1998
New Jersey
Admitted: 1998
U.S. District Court, District of New Jersey
Admitted: 1998
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2000

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