Atty. Gary Michael Pohlson
Gary Michael Pohlson is a lawyer practicing criminal law, assault and battery, burglary and 42 other areas of law. Gary received a B.A. degree from Santa Clara University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.
Assault And Battery & More Attorney · Serving Laguna Hills, CA · 51+ Years Experience
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About Gary Michael Pohlson at a Glance
Gary Michael Pohlson is a Member based in Laguna Hills, California, practicing at Pohlson And Moorhead Llp. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, car accidents, criminal defense, white collar, and sex crimes. Admitted to practice in California (1975) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1975). Educated at University of California School of Law, Los Angeles (J.D., 1975) and Santa Clara University (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Laguna Hills, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Gary Michael Pohlson
- Gary Michael Pohlson is a lawyer practicing criminal law, assault and battery, burglary and 42 other areas of law
- Gary received a B.A. degree from Santa Clara University in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Gary practices at Pohlson & Moorhead, LLP in Laguna Hills, CA
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Gary Michael Pohlson's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gary Michael Pohlson handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Laguna Hills.
DUI / DWI Defense in Laguna Hills
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Car Accidents in Laguna Hills
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Criminal Defense in Laguna Hills
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White Collar Crimes in Laguna Hills
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Sex Crimes in Laguna Hills
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Laguna Hills
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 Laguna Hills 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.
Laguna Hills Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Laguna Hills-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 Laguna Hills Choose Gary Michael Pohlson
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 Gary Michael Pohlson's practice in the field of dui/dwi, car accidents, criminal defense, white collar, and sex crimes.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Gary Michael Pohlson brings 51+ 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 and U.S. District Court, Central District of California, Gary Michael Pohlson can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering dui/dwi, car accidents, and criminal defense, Gary Michael Pohlson can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Laguna Hills
A Laguna Hills-based practice means Gary Michael Pohlson 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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