Atty. Michael James Lancaster

Atty. Michael James Lancaster

Michael James Lancaster is a lawyer practicing trial practice, business litigation, real estate litigation and 13 other areas of law. Michael has been licensed for 46 years.

Irvine Irvine 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael James Lancaster at a glance

Michael James Lancaster is a Partner based in Irvine, California, practicing at Stocker And Lancaster Llp. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Their practice focuses on personal injury, estate planning, employment, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1980). Educated at Western State University College of Law J.D. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association Orange County Bar Association American Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael James Lancaster is a lawyer practicing trial practice, business litigation, real estate litigation and 13 other areas of law
  • Michael has been licensed for 46 years
  • Michael practices at Stocker & Lancaster LLP in Irvine, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James Lancaster's Areas of Practice

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

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.

Michael James Lancaster is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Michael James Lancaster is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Michael James Lancaster is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Michael James Lancaster is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

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

Michael James Lancaster is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate 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 Irvine 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 Lancaster

Where is Michael James Lancaster's law office located?
Michael James Lancaster's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Stocker And Lancaster Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James Lancaster handle?
Michael James Lancaster focuses on personal injury, estate planning, employment, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael James Lancaster practiced law?
Michael James Lancaster has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Michael James Lancaster go to law school?
Michael James Lancaster earned their education at (—).
How can I contact Michael James Lancaster for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael James Lancaster received?
Michael James Lancaster's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

Western State University College of Law J.D.
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Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1980

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