Atty. Michael James Duarte
Michael James Duarte is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil law, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Anaheim Christian College in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years.
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Michael James Duarte is a Member based in Cerritos, California, practicing at Duarte Gressier And Menezes Llp. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, litigation, and civil rights. Admitted to practice in California (1989). Educated at Western State University (J.D., 1988) and Anaheim Christian College (B.A. California, 1981). Serands clients in Cerritos, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael James Duarte is a lawyer practicing criminal law, civil law, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Anaheim Christian College in 1981, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Michael practices at Duarte, Gressier & Menezes, LLP in Cerritos, CA
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Michael James Duarte's Areas of Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael James Duarte handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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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 Cerritos 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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