Atty. Michael Christensen Gates

Atty. Michael Christensen Gates

Michael Christensen Gates is a lawyer practicing litigation, public law. Michael received a degree from California Western SOL, and has been licensed for 16 years.

Oakland Oakland 16 yrs experience 16 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Christensen Gates at a glance

Michael Christensen Gates is a litigation and government attorney based in Oakland, California. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Admitted to practice in California (2010). Educated at California Western SOL San Diego CA Univ of California San Diego La Jolla CA (—). Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Christensen Gates is a lawyer practicing litigation, public law
  • Michael received a degree from California Western SOL, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Michael practices in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Christensen Gates's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

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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 Oakland 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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Where is Michael Christensen Gates's law office located?
Michael Christensen Gates's law practice is located in Oakland, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Christensen Gates handle?
Michael Christensen Gates focuses on litigation, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Christensen Gates practiced law?
Michael Christensen Gates has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
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Practice Areas

Education

California Western SOL San Diego CA Univ of California San Diego La Jolla CA
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Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2010

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