Atty. Michael Irwin Dorshkind

Atty. Michael Irwin Dorshkind

Michael Irwin Dorshkind is a lawyer practicing insurance, personal injury, auto, truck, motorcycle and bicycle injuries and 9 other areas of law. Michael received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Oakland Oakland 50 yrs experience 50 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Irwin Dorshkind at a glance

Michael Irwin Dorshkind is a Member based in Oakland, California, practicing at Michael I. Dorshkind. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, construction, and dog bites. Admitted to practice in California (1976). Educated at San Francisco Law School (J.D., 1976) and University of California at Berkeley (A.B., 1971). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Alameda County Bar Association State Bar of California California District Attorneys Association American Trial Lawyers Association Alameda-Contra Costa Trial Lawyers Association Consumer Attorneys of California. Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Irwin Dorshkind is a lawyer practicing insurance, personal injury, auto, truck, motorcycle and bicycle injuries and 9 other areas of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1971, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Michael practices at Michael I. Dorshkind in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Irwin Dorshkind's Areas of Practice

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

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

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Wrongful Death

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Personal Injury

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.

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Construction Accidents

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Dog Bites & Animal Attacks

Michael Irwin Dorshkind is one of 8,510 dog bites attorneys indexed nationally. Browse dog bites attorneys in California →

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 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 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 Irwin Dorshkind

Where is Michael Irwin Dorshkind's law office located?
Michael Irwin Dorshkind's law practice is located in Oakland, California. The firm is Michael I. Dorshkind. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Irwin Dorshkind handle?
Michael Irwin Dorshkind focuses on medical malpractice, wrongful death, personal injury, construction, dog bites. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Irwin Dorshkind practiced law?
Michael Irwin Dorshkind has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Michael Irwin Dorshkind go to law school?
Michael Irwin Dorshkind earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (A.B., 1971).
How can I contact Michael Irwin Dorshkind for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Irwin Dorshkind received?
Michael Irwin Dorshkind's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
San Francisco Law School
- 1976
A.B.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1971

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976

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