Atty. Michael David Devin
Michael David Devin is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, workers compensation law, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California, and has been licensed for 43 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Oakland, CA · 43+ Years Experience
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About Michael David Devin at a Glance
Michael David Devin is a personal injury, employment, workers comp, litigation, and landlord/tenant attorney based in Oakland, California. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in California (1983). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California J.D. (—) and University of California B.A. (—). Serves clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael David Devin
- Michael David Devin is a lawyer practicing personal injury law, workers compensation law, civil litigation and 3 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Michael practices in Oakland, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael David Devin's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael David Devin handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Oakland.
Personal Injury in Oakland
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Michael David Devin is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Employment Law in Oakland
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael David Devin is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Workers Compensation in Oakland
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
Michael David Devin is one of 54,932 workers comp attorneys indexed nationally. Browse workers comp attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Oakland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael David Devin is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Landlord & Tenant in Oakland
Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.
Michael David Devin is one of 22,207 landlord/tenant attorneys indexed nationally. Browse landlord/tenant attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Oakland
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 venue, 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.
Oakland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Oakland-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Oakland Choose Michael David Devin
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael David Devin's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, workers comp, litigation, and landlord/tenant.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael David Devin brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and workers comp, Michael David Devin can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Oakland
A Oakland-based practice means Michael David Devin attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael David Devin Handles in Oakland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael David Devin has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael David Devin directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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