Atty. Michael Charles Berch

Atty. Michael Charles Berch

Michael Charles Berch is a lawyer practicing internet, international law, communications & media and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years.

Pleasanton Pleasanton 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Charles Berch at a glance

Michael Charles Berch is a Member based in Pleasanton, California, practicing at Berch Law. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on business, ip, m&a, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California (1981). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1981) and University of California at Berkeley (A.B., 1978). Active member of Santa Clara County and American Bar Associations. Serands clients in Pleasanton, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Charles Berch is a lawyer practicing internet, international law, communications & media and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1978, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Michael practices at Berch Law in Pleasanton, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Charles Berch's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Civil Litigation

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 Pleasanton 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 Charles Berch

Where is Michael Charles Berch's law office located?
Michael Charles Berch's law practice is located in Pleasanton, California. The firm is Berch Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Charles Berch handle?
Michael Charles Berch focuses on business, ip, m&a, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Charles Berch practiced law?
Michael Charles Berch has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Michael Charles Berch go to law school?
Michael Charles Berch earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (A.B., 1978).
How can I contact Michael Charles Berch for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1981
A.B.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1978

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981

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