J. Michael "Michael" Cavanaugh

4.5 (37 reviews )

Washington District of Columbia United States

Admiralty and Maritime Law Energy Law

Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2021

202-955-3000 Website

About J.

J. Michael Cavanaugh is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Admiralty and Maritime Law and Energy Law.J. Michael, who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which J. Michael is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

J. Michael Cavanaugh is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Admiralty and Maritime Law and Energy Law.

J. Michael, who practices law in Washington, District of Columbia, has been recognized since 2021. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which J. Michael is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Practice Areas

Admiralty and Maritime Law

Energy Law

Education

Stanford University

Awards & Recognition

Contact Me

Login Required

Please login to contact this attorney

Reviews

4.5 / 5

37 Reviews

1,034 Profile Views

Theodore Farrell-Hessel

Jan 28, 2026

Great people who truly care at J. Michael "Michael" Cavanaugh - the best legal team in District of Columbia

Everyone at J. Michael "Michael" Cavanaugh's office in Washington was so nice and helpful. They made a tough situation a lot easier to deal with by being so patient and explaining everything clearly....

Doug Roob-Lehner

Jan 28, 2026

Excellent legal representation provided by J. Michael "Michael" Cavanaugh for my Admiralty and Maritime Law case

Super helpful and professional staff at J. Michael "Michael" Cavanaugh's office. Thanks again for everything you did for me! It was a long journey, but you made it much easier with your constant suppo...

Ebony Kertzmann

Jan 28, 2026

Top notch experts in Washington - J. Michael "Michael" Cavanaugh is by far the best lawyer I've ever had

Best lawyer for Admiralty and Maritime Law in Washington. Period. I've seen others, but J. Michael "Michael" Cavanaugh is on another level. They truly care about their clients and work hard to get the...

Rodney Jast

Jan 28, 2026

Many thanks to J. Michael "Michael" Cavanaugh for the hard work and dedication to my legal matter

Teresa Nikolaus

Jan 28, 2026

Highly recommend J. Michael "Michael" Cavanaugh for anyone needing expert Admiralty and Maritime Law help in District of Columbia

Short and sweet: J. Michael "Michael" Cavanaugh is the real deal and a true professional in the field of Admiralty and Maritime Law. If you're in Washington and need help with your legal issues, call...