Atty. James Irwin Michaelis

Atty. James Irwin Michaelis

James Irwin Michaelis is a lawyer practicing construction defects, insurance agents and brokers, architects and engineers and 6 other areas of law. James received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years.

Westlake Village Westlake Village 60 yrs experience 60 year
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About James Irwin Michaelis at a glance

James Irwin Michaelis is a Member based in Westlake Village, California, practicing at Michaelis, Montanari & Johnson A Professional Law Corporation. They have 60+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1966. Their practice focuses on construction, product liability, litigation, insurance, and aviation. Admitted to practice in California (1966) and Hawaii (2008). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (LL.B., 1965) and Stanford University (B.A., 1962). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of President, Los Angeles Chapter, 1982-1983, Defense Research Institute Association of Southern California Defense Counsel Aviation Insurance Association. Serands clients in Westlake Village, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • James Irwin Michaelis is a lawyer practicing construction defects, insurance agents and brokers, architects and engineers and 6 other areas of law
  • James received a B.A. degree from Stanford University in 1962, and has been licensed for 60 years
  • James practices at Michaelis, Montanari & Johnson A Professional Law Corporation in Westlake Village, CA

Practice Areas Explained

James Irwin Michaelis's Areas of Practice

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

Construction Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Aviation 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 Westlake Village 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 James Irwin Michaelis

Where is James Irwin Michaelis's law office located?
James Irwin Michaelis's law practice is located in Westlake Village, California. The firm is Michaelis, Montanari & Johnson A Professional Law Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Irwin Michaelis handle?
James Irwin Michaelis focuses on construction, product liability, litigation, insurance, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has James Irwin Michaelis practiced law?
James Irwin Michaelis has 60+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1966.
Where did James Irwin Michaelis go to law school?
James Irwin Michaelis earned their education at (LL.B., 1965); (B.A., 1962).
How can I contact James Irwin Michaelis for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has James Irwin Michaelis received?
James Irwin Michaelis's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1965
B.A.
Stanford University
- 1962

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1966
Hawaii
Admitted: 2008

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