About Michael K.
Michael K. Kellogg is a founding partner and the managing partner of Kellogg, Hansen, Todd, Figel & Frederick, P.L.L.C., a distinguished trial and appellate litigation firm based in Washington, D.C. The firm, located at 1615 M Street NW, Suite 400, Washington, D.C. 20036, specializes in antitrust law and appellate litigation. Mr. Kellogg has been a vital part of this firm since its inception, contributing significantly to its reputation in the legal community. Admitted to the District of Columbia Bar in 1983, Mr. Kellogg expanded his legal credentials by gaining admission to the U.S. Supreme Court in 1987. His educational background is equally impressive.
He earned his Juris Doctor magna cum laude from Harvard Law School in 1982, where he served as an editor of the Harvard Law Review. Prior to attending Harvard, he completed a Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy at Stanford University in 1976 and furthered his studies at Oxford University’s St. Catherine’s College, earning a Bachelor of Philosophy in 1979. Following law school, Mr. Kellogg gained inexperience through prestigious clerkships. He worked for Judge Malcolm Wilkey of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit from 1982 to 1983. This role was followed by a clerkship with Chief Justice William H. Rehnquist of the U.S. Supreme Court from 1983 to 1984.
These positions provided him with a understanding of appellate processes and judicial reasoning, which he would later apply in his own practice. Mr. Kellogg's career includes significant roles in public service. He served as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Southern District of New York from 1984 to 1986, where he developed his litigation skills. Subsequently, he worked as an Assistant to the Solicitor General at the U.S. Department of Justice from 1987 to 1989. These experiences enriched his legal acumen and prepared him for the details of high-stakes litigation. Throughout his career, Mr. Kellogg has argued numerous cases before the U.S.
Supreme Court, including notable cases such as American Express Co. v. Italian Colors Restaurant, Bell Atlantic Corp. v. Twombly, and Lexecon Inc. v. Milberg Weiss Bershad Hynes & Lerach — His practice primarily focuses on antitrust issues and appellate litigation. Recognized for his expertise, he has been listed by Super Lawyers from 2008 to 2025. Additionally, Mr. Kellogg is the author of six books on the history of thought, further showcasing his commitment to intellectual pursuits and legal scholarship.
