Atty. Michael David Celio

Atty. Michael David Celio

Michael David Celio is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal law, complex and multi-district litigation and 13 other areas of law. Michael received a degree from London School of Economics and Political Science in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 28 yrs experience 28 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael David Celio at a glance

Michael David Celio is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Keker, Van Nest & Peters LLP. They have 28+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1998. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, ip, class action, white collar, and securities. Admitted to practice in California (1998), U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit (1999), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (2000), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (2000). Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1998) and London School of Economics and Political Science (M.Sc. Stanford, 1995). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael David Celio is a lawyer practicing litigation, criminal law, complex and multi-district litigation and 13 other areas of law
  • Michael received a degree from London School of Economics and Political Science in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years
  • Michael practices at Keker, Van Nest & Peters LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael David Celio's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Intellectual Property

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Class Action

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White Collar Crimes

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Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 San Francisco 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 David Celio

Where is Michael David Celio's law office located?
Michael David Celio's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Keker, Van Nest & Peters LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael David Celio handle?
Michael David Celio focuses on criminal defense, ip, class action, white collar, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael David Celio practiced law?
Michael David Celio has 28+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1998.
Where did Michael David Celio go to law school?
Michael David Celio earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (M.Sc. Stanford, 1995).
How can I contact Michael David Celio for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1998
M.Sc. Stanford
London School of Economics and Political Science
- 1995

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1998
U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
Admitted: 1999
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 2000
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 2000
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Southern and Eastern Districts of Cali
Admitted: 2001

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