Atty. Michael Donald Riese

Atty. Michael Donald Riese

Michael Donald Riese is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, criminal defense and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from Humboldt State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Crescent City Crescent City 35 yrs experience 35 year
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Michael Donald Riese is a Dist. Atty. based in Crescent City, California. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, criminal defense, family law, and business. Admitted to practice in California (1991). Educated at Gonzaga School of Law (J.D., 1991) and Humboldt State University (B.S.B.A., 1988). Serands clients in Crescent City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Donald Riese is a lawyer practicing criminal law, family law, criminal defense and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from Humboldt State University in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Michael practices in Crescent City, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Donald Riese's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Divorce

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Criminal Defense

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Family Law

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Business & Corporate Law

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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 Crescent City 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 Donald Riese

Where is Michael Donald Riese's law office located?
Michael Donald Riese's law practice is located in Crescent City, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Donald Riese handle?
Michael Donald Riese focuses on dui/dwi, divorce, criminal defense, family law, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Donald Riese practiced law?
Michael Donald Riese has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Michael Donald Riese go to law school?
Michael Donald Riese earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.S.B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Michael Donald Riese for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Gonzaga School of Law
- 1991
B.S.B.A.
Humboldt State University
- 1988

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1991

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