Atty. Michael Donald Ross

Atty. Michael Donald Ross

Michael Donald Ross is a lawyer practicing criminal law, dui & dwi, criminal defense and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from California State University at Long Beach in 1970, and has been licensed for 48 years.

Sacramento Sacramento 48 yrs experience 48 year
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About Michael Donald Ross at a glance

Michael Donald Ross is a Member based in Sacramento, California, practicing at Michael D. Ross, Attorney at Law. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, and dv defense. Admitted to practice in Nevada (1978), U.S. District Court, District of Nevada and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1978), California (1981), and U.S. District Courts, Central, Southern, Northern and Eastern Districts of California, U.S. Tax Cour (1981). Educated at Southwestern University (J.D., 1977) and California State University at Long Beach (B.A., 1970). Active member of State Bar of Nevada (Member, Committee on the Unauthorized Practice of Law, 1978-1979) The State Bar of California. Serands clients in Sacramento, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Donald Ross is a lawyer practicing criminal law, dui & dwi, criminal defense and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from California State University at Long Beach in 1970, and has been licensed for 48 years
  • Michael practices at Michael D. Ross, Attorney at Law in Sacramento, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Donald Ross's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Criminal Defense

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Domestic Violence Defense

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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 Sacramento 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 Ross

Where is Michael Donald Ross's law office located?
Michael Donald Ross's law practice is located in Sacramento, California. The firm is Michael D. Ross, Attorney at Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Donald Ross handle?
Michael Donald Ross focuses on dui/dwi, criminal defense, dv defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Donald Ross practiced law?
Michael Donald Ross has 48+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1978.
Where did Michael Donald Ross go to law school?
Michael Donald Ross earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Michael Donald Ross for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Southwestern University
- 1977
B.A.
California State University at Long Beach
- 1970

Bar Admissions

Nevada
Admitted: 1978
U.S. District Court, District of Nevada and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1978
California
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Courts, Central, Southern, Northern and Eastern Districts of California, U.S. Tax Cour
Admitted: 1981

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