Atty. Michael Alan Morguess

Atty. Michael Alan Morguess

Michael Alan Morguess is a lawyer practicing appellate, judicial review, labor/employment and 5 other areas of law. Michael has been licensed for 29 years.

Pleasant Hill Pleasant Hill 29 Years Experience 29 year
Call (925) 385-4070

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About Michael Alan Morguess at a glance

Michael Alan Morguess is a Senior Associate based in Pleasant Hill, California, practicing at Rains Lucia Stern St. Phalle & Silver, PC. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, government, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1997), U.S. District Court, Cantral District of California (1997), Oregon (2016), and Washington (2017). Educated at Western State University College of Law (J.D., 1997). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of State Bar of California. Serves clients in Pleasant Hill, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Alan Morguess is a lawyer practicing appellate, judicial review, labor/employment and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael has been licensed for 29 years
  • Michael practices at Rains Lucia Stern St. Phalle & Silver, PC in Pleasant Hill, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Alan Morguess's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Government & Administrative Law

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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 Pleasant Hill 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Alan Morguess

Where is Michael Alan Morguess's law office located?
Michael Alan Morguess's law practice is located in Pleasant Hill, California. The firm is Rains Lucia Stern St. Phalle & Silver, PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Alan Morguess handle?
Michael Alan Morguess focuses on employment, business, litigation, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Alan Morguess practiced law?
Michael Alan Morguess has 29+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1997.
Where did Michael Alan Morguess go to law school?
Michael Alan Morguess earned their education at (J.D., 1997).
How can I contact Michael Alan Morguess for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Alan Morguess received?
Michael Alan Morguess's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Western State University College of Law
- 1997

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1997
U.S. District Court, Cantral District of California
Admitted: 1997
Oregon
Admitted: 2016
Washington
Admitted: 2017

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