Atty. Henry Michael Fields
Henry Michael Fields is a lawyer practicing banking & financial services, capital markets, consumer products and 10 other areas of law. Henry received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years.
Banking/Financial Services & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 53+ Years Experience
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About Henry Michael Fields at a Glance
Henry Michael Fields is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Morrison & Foerster LLP. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, and consumer. Admitted to practice in New York (1973), New Jersey (1974), and California (1981). Educated at Yale Law School (J.D., 1972) and Harvard University (B.A., 1968). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Henry Michael Fields
- Henry Michael Fields is a lawyer practicing banking & financial services, capital markets, consumer products and 10 other areas of law
- Henry received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1968, and has been licensed for 53 years
- Henry practices at Morrison & Foerster LLP in Los Angeles, CA
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Henry Michael Fields's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Henry Michael Fields handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Los Angeles
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Securities Law in Los Angeles
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Consumer Protection in Los Angeles
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 Los Angeles 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles Choose Henry Michael Fields
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 Henry Michael Fields's practice in the field of business, m&a, securities, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Henry Michael Fields 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 New York, New Jersey, and California, Henry Michael Fields can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and securities, Henry Michael Fields can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Henry Michael Fields 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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Common Legal Issues Henry Michael Fields Handles in Los Angeles
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This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Henry Michael Fields directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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