Atty. John Michael Fitzgerald

Atty. John Michael Fitzgerald

John Michael Fitzgerald is a lawyer practicing appellate practice. John Michael has been licensed for 29 years.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 29 yrs experience 29 year
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John Michael Fitzgerald is a appellate attorney based in Santa Monica, California. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in California (1997). Educated at University of West Los Angeles (J.D., 1997). Serands clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Michael Fitzgerald is a lawyer practicing appellate practice
  • John Michael has been licensed for 29 years
  • John Michael practices in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Michael Fitzgerald's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Michael Fitzgerald handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Monica 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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Where is John Michael Fitzgerald's law office located?
John Michael Fitzgerald's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Michael Fitzgerald handle?
John Michael Fitzgerald focuses on appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Michael Fitzgerald practiced law?
John Michael Fitzgerald has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did John Michael Fitzgerald go to law school?
John Michael Fitzgerald earned their education at (J.D., 1997).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of West Los Angeles
- 1997

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1997

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