Atty. Michael Christopher Stutz

Atty. Michael Christopher Stutz

Michael Christopher Stutz is a lawyer practicing estate planning, criminal defense, estate administration and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1981, and has been licensed for 34 years.

Point Richmond Point Richmond 34 yrs experience 34 year
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About Michael Christopher Stutz at a glance

Michael Christopher Stutz is a trusts, probate, criminal defense, estate planning, and tax attorney based in Point Richmond, California. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Admitted to practice in California (1992), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1992), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1992). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1992) and Swarthmore College (B.A., 1981). Serands clients in Point Richmond, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Christopher Stutz is a lawyer practicing estate planning, criminal defense, estate administration and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Swarthmore College in 1981, and has been licensed for 34 years
  • Michael practices in Point Richmond, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Christopher Stutz's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Probate

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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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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Michael Christopher Stutz is one of 226,537 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

Michael Christopher Stutz is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →

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 Point Richmond 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 Christopher Stutz

Where is Michael Christopher Stutz's law office located?
Michael Christopher Stutz's law practice is located in Point Richmond, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Christopher Stutz handle?
Michael Christopher Stutz focuses on trusts, probate, criminal defense, estate planning, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Christopher Stutz practiced law?
Michael Christopher Stutz has 34+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1992.
Where did Michael Christopher Stutz go to law school?
Michael Christopher Stutz earned their education at (J.D., 1992); (B.A., 1981).
How can I contact Michael Christopher Stutz for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1992
B.A.
Swarthmore College
- 1981

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1992
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1992
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1992

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