Atty. Michael Charles Baum
Michael Charles Baum is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial, real estate and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 51+ Years Experience
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About Michael Charles Baum at a Glance
Michael Charles Baum is an Of Counsel based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Resch Polster Berger Llp. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, ip, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1975), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1975), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1975). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1975) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County (Executive Committee Pre and Post Judgement Remedies Section, 1988-1990) and American (Member, Litigation Section) Bar Associations State Bar of California Association of Business Trial Lawyers. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Charles Baum
- Michael Charles Baum is a lawyer practicing business litigation, commercial, real estate and 3 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Michael practices at Resch Polster & Berger LLP in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Charles Baum's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Charles Baum handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Los Angeles
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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Intellectual Property in Los Angeles
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Michael Charles Baum is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Los Angeles
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 Los Angeles 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Los Angeles Choose Michael Charles Baum
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Charles Baum's practice in the field of business, real estate, ip, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Charles Baum brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, U.S. District Court, Central District of California, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, Michael Charles Baum can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, real estate, and ip, Michael Charles Baum can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Michael Charles Baum attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Charles Baum Handles in Los Angeles
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