Atty. Michael A. Roosevelt

Atty. Michael A. Roosevelt

Co-Author: "Death Tax Clauses," California C.E.B., Will Drafting 3rd Edition, 1992. Lecturer, California Continuing Education of the Bar, "How to Draft Wills after ERTA," "Alternatives to Probate," "Planning for the Marital Deduction," "The Estate and Gift Tax Reform Law," "Estate Planning With Your Client." Director, San Francisco Estate Planning Council, 1990-1999.

Berkeley Berkeley 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael A. Roosevelt at a glance

Michael A. Roosevelt is a Partner based in Berkeley, California. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in California (1973). Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1972) and Harvard University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Association of San Francisco. Serands clients in Berkeley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Co-Author

  • "Death Tax Clauses," California C.E.B., Will Drafting 3rd Edition, 1992
  • Lecturer, California Continuing Education of the Bar, "How to Draft Wills after ERTA," "Alternatives to Probate," "Planning for the Marital Deduction," "The Estate and Gift Tax Reform Law," "Estate Planning With Your Client
  • Director, San Francisco Estate Planning Council, 1990-1999
  • Former Director of the San Francisco Estate Planning Council 1989-1999

Practice Areas Explained

Michael A. Roosevelt's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

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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 Berkeley 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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Common questions about Michael A. Roosevelt

Where is Michael A. Roosevelt's law office located?
Michael A. Roosevelt's law practice is located in Berkeley, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael A. Roosevelt handle?
Michael A. Roosevelt focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael A. Roosevelt practiced law?
Michael A. Roosevelt has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Michael A. Roosevelt go to law school?
Michael A. Roosevelt earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
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What awards or recognition has Michael A. Roosevelt received?
Michael A. Roosevelt's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University
- 1972
B.A.
Harvard University
- 1969

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1973

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