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Michelle Jeanine Dickinson
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Licensed in District of Columbia for 13 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 2012
No misconduct found
Licensed in Maryland for 27 years
State: Maryland
Acquired: 1998
No misconduct found
Location
Dickinson Law
5850 Waterloo Road, Suite 140, Columbia, MD, 21045
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Posted by Kristine | November 17, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
A lawyer you can trust!
Before our first meeting, Michelle had already begun to research our case and presented us with vital facts that determined how we could proceed. Michelle was very personable, professional, respectful and knowledgeable. She had our best interests in mind throughout the case and always presented us ...
Posted by anonymous | November 16, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes
Unconditional advocacy, excellent ethics, warm personality
At an incredibly difficult time, Mrs. Dickinson somehow managed to inject sanity, knowledge, kindness, and even levity to the negotiations process. She was a fierce but fair advocate and always took the high road while demanding responsiveness from a sometimes less than above board opposing counsel...
Posted by Joshua | November 16, 2013
Solid and Reliable
Michelle was exactly what we needed. I know that is a general term for something as specific as our case was but she performed in a high stress environment with great ease. I hope to never have to use her again but if I do Michelle is the first phone call I will make.
Posted by Erik | November 16, 2013 | Landlord & Tenant
Knowledgeable and Responsive
Michelle Is the most responsive attorney that I have ever worked with! When I have an issue with a tenant or a vendor I know I can call her and she will work until the issue is resolved. I recommend her whenever I get the chance.
Michelle Jeanine Dickinson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Michelle is a knowledgeable attorney with years of experience working for both the biggest companies in the world and for everyday people. She offers tremendous legal insight and the aggressive stance you want from a litigator, coupled with a passion for her clients and their cases. I worked with Michelle when she was a Partner at DLA Piper and I continue to work with her and refer cases to her private firm. I would highly recommend her firm for any complex civil litigation."
"Michelle is a reliable, diligent, super-competent lawyer and a wonderful person. She is a credit to the profession."
"I worked with Michelle at DLA Piper in Baltimore, MD and found her to be a smart and highly-effective litigator. She has a strong work ethic and relentlessly pursues her client’s objectives. I strongly recommend her."
"Michelle Dickinson is an outstanding attorney. I had the opportunity to work with Michelle on numerous matters when we worked together at DLA Piper and she remains the first person I recommend for litigation work."
"I have known Ms. Dickinson for many years. She and I were partners at the same global law firm. I give her my highest endorsement."
"I have known Michelle for a number of years. We worked together when she was at DLA Piper, and, since she established her own practice, I have sent her cases on several occasions. She has great judgment and always does outstanding work."
"Michelle was a colleague of mine for many years. Based on working together on numerous matters in litigation over the years, I am very aware of her strong work ethic, undying advocacy, and intellectual and legal abilities. She is not only the kind of advocate that you want by your side when dealing with difficult legal problems, but Michelle is also one of the most professional, ethical, and personable lawyers I have had the pleasure of knowing. I would recommend her without reservation."
Jamaal Stafford
Litigation lawyer
Experience
Honors
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
AV Preeminent 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2010
Champion of Justice Award, Maryland Legal Aid Bureau
Work Experience
2013 - Present
Founder/Litigator, Law Office of Michelle J. Dickinson, LLC
1998 - Present
Litigation Partner, DLA Piper, LLP (US)
1997 - 1997
Summer Associate, Piper & Marbury (Now Dla Piper)
1996 - 1996
Law Clerk, State Farm Insurance Claims Litigation Counsel
1991 - 1995
English Teacher, Prince William County Public Schools
Associations
2013 - Present
Women's Bar Association of MarylandMember
2013 - Present
Howard County Women's Bar AssociationMember
2012 - Present
Carroll County Gifted and Talented Parent Advisory CommitteeMember
1998 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
1998 - Present
Maryland State Bar AssociationMember
D.C. Bar Association
Maryland Legal Aid Bureau, Equal Justice Council
Member
2008 - 2010
Equal Justice Council of Legal Aid Bureau, Inc.Member
2007 - 2009
Salvation Army Boys and Girls Clubs of Baltimore, Advisory CouncilMember
2004 - 2007
Maryland Defense CounselEditor of The Defense Line Newsletter
Education
1998
Columbus School of Law, The Catholic University of America
JD - Juris Doctor
1991
Longwood University (formerly Longwood College)
Secondary Education Certification
1989
Longwood University
B.A. in English
Speaking Engagements
2014
International Municipal Lawyers Association (IMLA) Annual Conference
E-Discovery Update
2014
International Municipal Lawyers Association (IMLA) Annual Conference
Public Ethics: Pitfalls of Technology
2011
MANAGING LITIGATION 2011: A Litigation Readiness and Project Management Forum for In-House Counsel
Lessons Learned from the e-Discovery Front Lines: A Hypothetical Situation between Provider and Outside Counsel.
2009
Salvation Army Boys and Girls Clubs of Baltimore Youth of the Year Awards Program
Keynote Speaker
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
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Q&A
I was fired without any type of knowledge that my job was on the line. Can i do something about that?
05 Dec 2013
Q&A
I work for a bank and got a broken window during work hours should my employer pay for the damages
03 Dec 2013
Q&A
How do I get court transcripts for a child support hearing coming up in March?
22 Nov 2013