Atty. Michael Chase Wood

Atty. Michael Chase Wood

Michael Chase Wood is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense. Michael has been licensed for 13 years.

Sacramento Sacramento 13 yrs experience 13 year
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About Michael Chase Wood at a glance

Michael Chase Wood is an Attorney based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. They have 13+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2013. Their practice focuses on criminal defense and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (2013). Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Michael Chase Wood is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal defense
  • Michael has been licensed for 13 years
  • Michael practices at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP in Sacramento, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Chase Wood's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Civil Litigation

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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 Sacramento 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

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Where is Michael Chase Wood's law office located?
Michael Chase Wood's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Chase Wood handle?
Michael Chase Wood focuses on criminal defense, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Chase Wood practiced law?
Michael Chase Wood has 13+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2013.
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Practice Areas

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2013

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