Atty. Michael Benjamin Zara

Atty. Michael Benjamin Zara

Michael Benjamin Zara is a lawyer practicing international trade, commercial litigation, internet & new media and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1999, and has been licensed for 24 years.

Santa Monica Santa Monica 24 yrs experience 24 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Benjamin Zara at a glance

Michael Benjamin Zara is a Contract Lawyer based in Santa Monica, California, practicing at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. They have 24+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2002. Their practice focuses on contracts, business, litigation, entertainment, and international. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Courts of Appeals, Ninth and Federal Circuits U.S. Court of International Trade U.S. (2002). Educated at University of California Law School (J.D., 2002) and University of California, Berkeley (A.B., 1999). Serands clients in Santa Monica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Benjamin Zara is a lawyer practicing international trade, commercial litigation, internet & new media and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1999, and has been licensed for 24 years
  • Michael practices at Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP in Santa Monica, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Benjamin Zara's Areas of Practice

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

Contracts

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Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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International 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 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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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Benjamin Zara

Where is Michael Benjamin Zara's law office located?
Michael Benjamin Zara's law practice is located in Santa Monica, California. The firm is Bryan Cave Leighton Paisner LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Benjamin Zara handle?
Michael Benjamin Zara focuses on contracts, business, litigation, entertainment, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Benjamin Zara practiced law?
Michael Benjamin Zara has 24+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2002.
Where did Michael Benjamin Zara go to law school?
Michael Benjamin Zara earned their education at (J.D., 2002); (A.B., 1999).
How can I contact Michael Benjamin Zara for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California Law School
- 2002
A.B.
University of California, Berkeley
- 1999

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Courts of Appeals, Ninth and Federal Circuits U.S. Court of International Trade U.S.
Admitted: 2002

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