Atty. Charles 'Mike' Michaelis

Atty. Charles 'Mike' Michaelis

Author, "California Automobile Dealer's Handbook of Vehicle Registration Practices and Procedures"; Author, "Handbook of Vehicle Advertising in California"; Author, "California Auto Dealer's Handbook of Credit Report Use and Creditor Obligations". Managing Editor, "Southwestern Law Review".

Santa Ana Santa Ana 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Charles 'Mike' Michaelis at a glance

Charles 'Mike' Michaelis is an Of Counsel based in Santa Ana, California, practicing at Prenovost, Normandin, Dawe & Rocha A.P.C.. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on creditor rights, litigation, civil rights, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1975). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1975) and California State University of Long Beach (B.A., 1972). Active member of Orange County Bar Association. Serands clients in Santa Ana, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Author, "California Automobile Dealer's Handbook of Vehicle Registration Practices and Procedures"
  • Author, "Handbook of Vehicle Advertising in California"
  • Author, "California Auto Dealer's Handbook of Credit Report Use and Creditor Obligations"
  • Managing Editor, "Southwestern Law Review"
  • Judge Pro Tem, South Orange County Municipal Court

Practice Areas Explained

Charles 'Mike' Michaelis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Charles 'Mike' Michaelis handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Creditor Rights & Collections

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Civil Litigation

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Civil Rights

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Government & Administrative Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 Santa Ana 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Charles 'Mike' Michaelis

Where is Charles 'Mike' Michaelis's law office located?
Charles 'Mike' Michaelis's law practice is located in Santa Ana, California. The firm is Prenovost, Normandin, Dawe & Rocha A.P.C.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Charles 'Mike' Michaelis handle?
Charles 'Mike' Michaelis focuses on creditor rights, litigation, civil rights, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Charles 'Mike' Michaelis practiced law?
Charles 'Mike' Michaelis has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Charles 'Mike' Michaelis go to law school?
Charles 'Mike' Michaelis earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Charles 'Mike' Michaelis for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1975
B.A.
California State University of Long Beach
- 1972

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975

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