Atty. Michael James Cronen

Atty. Michael James Cronen

Michael James Cronen is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, counseling, copyrights and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from California State University at Los Angeles in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Oakland Oakland 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael James Cronen at a glance

Michael James Cronen is a copyright, real estate, ip, and entertainment attorney based in Oakland, California. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Admitted to practice in California (1987). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 1987) and California State University at Los Angeles (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael James Cronen is a lawyer practicing intellectual property litigation, counseling, copyrights and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from California State University at Los Angeles in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Michael practices in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James Cronen's Areas of Practice

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

Copyright Law

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Michael James Cronen is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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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 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 James Cronen

Where is Michael James Cronen's law office located?
Michael James Cronen's law practice is located in Oakland, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James Cronen handle?
Michael James Cronen focuses on copyright, real estate, ip, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael James Cronen practiced law?
Michael James Cronen has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Michael James Cronen go to law school?
Michael James Cronen earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Michael James Cronen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael James Cronen received?
Michael James Cronen's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 1987
B.A.
California State University at Los Angeles
- 1983

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987

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