Michael J. Rothermel

Michael J. Rothermel

recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2027
Awarded Practice Areas
Land Use and Zoning Law
Michael J. Rothermel
Michael J. Rothermel
Richmond, VA
Works at
Spotts Fain PC

21 Best Lawyers awards

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Biography

Michael J. “Mike” Rothermel is an attorney with Spotts Fain PC in Richmond, Virginia, whose practice focuses on Land Use and Zoning Law, real estate litigation, and administrative law. He advises developers, property owners, and businesses on zoning, permitting, entitlement, and land use matters in jurisdictions throughout Virginia.

Mike represents clients in matters involving rezonings, conditional use permits, variances, subdivision approvals, and other local land use approvals. His practice also includes real estate-related litigation and administrative proceedings involving local governments, boards, commissions, and state agencies. Through his work before governmental bodies and in contested matters, he provides clients with practical guidance on regulatory and development issues affecting commercial and residential properties.

Based in Richmond, Virginia, Mike works with clients across the Commonwealth on land use, zoning, and administrative law matters as part of the legal team at Spotts Fain PC.

Works at
Spotts Fain PC

21 Best Lawyers awards

Spotts Fain PC logo

Locations

Education

  • Randolph-Macon College, B.A., Political Science and Philosophy, summa cum laude, graduated 1996
  • University of Richmond, J.D., graduated 1999

Bar Admissions

  • Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Bar Association
  • Virginia, Virginia State Bar, 1999

Court Admissions

  • U.S. District Court Eastern District of Virginia
  • U.S. Court of Appeals 4th Circuit

Affiliations

  • Richmond Bar Association - Member
  • Henrico County Bar Association - President 2011-2012
  • Pennsylvania State Bar - Member
  • Virginia State Bar - Member

Federal Clerkships

  • Magistrate Judicial Clerkships

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 for work in:
  • Land Use and Zoning Law

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