About Michael Leon
Michael Leon Shortridge is a attorney based in Abingdon, Virginia, specializing in personal injury and social security disability law. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Virginia in 1979 and his Juris Doctor from the University of Virginia School of Law in 1982. Upon admission to the Virginia State Bar in 1982, he began his legal career in Washington County, Virginia. In 1984, Shortridge expanded his practice by gaining admission to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit. The following year, he was admitted to the U.S. Tax Court, broadening his expertise in federal tax matters.
In 1987, he achieved admission to the U.S. Supreme Court. This lets the attorney represent clients at the highest judicial level. His practice continued to grow with admissions in 1995 to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee and in 1996 to the Kentucky State Bar and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky. That same year, he was admitted to the U.S.
Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit. Shortridge's extensive court admissions reflect his broad legal reach and ability to handle complex cases across multiple jurisdictions. In 1996, he also gained admission to the Kentucky Supreme Court, adding to his practice area. His firm, Shortridge and Shortridge, P.C., located at 329 West Main Street in Abingdon, Virginia, offers a range of legal services, including personal injury and social security disability cases. The firm has been in operation since 1984, demonstrating its longstanding presence in the legal community. Shortridge is an active member of several professional organizations, including the Virginia State Bar, the Kentucky Bar Association, the Virginia Creditor's Bar Association, and the American Bankruptcy Institute. His involvement in these associations shows his commitment to staying informed about developments in various areas of law.
He has also contributed to legal scholarship, authoring "Wrongful Discharge Suits Based Upon An Employee's Filing a Worker's Compensation Claim: Tactics and Defenses," published in the Journal of Civil Litigation in 1993. Throughout his career, Shortridge has been recognized for his legal acumen and dedication to his clients. His firm offers a comprehensive range of services, including personal injury, social security disability, elder law, bankruptcy, and more. This diverse practice allows him to address many legal issues — This gives well-rounded representation. Shortridge's experience and broad legal knowledge make him a valuable resource for individuals seeking legal assistance in personal injury and social security disability matters. His longstanding presence in the Abingdon community and his active participation in professional organizations reflect his dedication to the legal profession and his clients.
