Atty. Charles Michael Kramer
Charles Michael Kramer is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, business, family law and 13 other areas of law. Charles received a B.A. degree from San Jose State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years.
Business & More Attorney · Serving San Jose, CA · 53+ Years Experience
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About Charles Michael Kramer at a Glance
Charles Michael Kramer is a Member based in San Jose, California, practicing at Charles M. Kramer Esq.. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, drug crimes, child custody, and criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1973), U.S Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1973), and U.S. Supreme Court (1977). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1972) and San Jose State University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Santa Clara County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serves clients in San Jose, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Charles Michael Kramer
- Charles Michael Kramer is a lawyer practicing criminal defense, business, family law and 13 other areas of law
- Charles received a B.A. degree from San Jose State University in 1969, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Charles practices at Charles M. Kramer Esq. in San Jose, CA
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Charles Michael Kramer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles Michael Kramer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Jose.
DUI / DWI Defense in San Jose
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Divorce in San Jose
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Drug Crimes in San Jose
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Child Custody & Visitation in San Jose
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Criminal Defense in San Jose
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Jose
Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Jose are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
San Jose Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Jose-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Jose Choose Charles Michael Kramer
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Charles Michael Kramer's practice in the field of dui/dwi, divorce, drug crimes, child custody, and criminal defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Charles Michael Kramer brings 53+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, U.S Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, and U.S. Supreme Court, Charles Michael Kramer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, divorce, and drug crimes, Charles Michael Kramer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Jose
A San Jose-based practice means Charles Michael Kramer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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