Atty. Michael David Laurence

Atty. Michael David Laurence

Michael David Laurence is a lawyer practicing death penalty, civil rights. Michael received a B.A. degree from Bates College in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 41 yrs experience 41 year
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About Michael David Laurence at a glance

Michael David Laurence is a Habeas Corpus Resource Ctr. based in San Francisco, California. They have 41+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1985. Their practice focuses on civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (1985) and U.S. District Court, All Districts of California (1985). Educated at University of California at Davis (J.D., 1985) and Bates College (B.A., 1981). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael David Laurence is a lawyer practicing death penalty, civil rights
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Bates College in 1981, and has been licensed for 41 years
  • Michael practices in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael David Laurence's Areas of Practice

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

Civil Rights

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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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Where is Michael David Laurence's law office located?
Michael David Laurence's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael David Laurence handle?
Michael David Laurence focuses on civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael David Laurence practiced law?
Michael David Laurence has 41+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1985.
Where did Michael David Laurence go to law school?
Michael David Laurence earned their education at (J.D., 1985); (B.A., 1981).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of California at Davis
- 1985
B.A.
Bates College
- 1981

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1985
U.S. District Court, All Districts of California
Admitted: 1985

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