Atty. Michael James Mckernan

Atty. Michael James Mckernan

Michael James Mckernan is a lawyer practicing worker's compensation. Michael James has been licensed for 25 years.

Laguna Niguel Laguna Niguel 25 yrs experience 25 year
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About Michael James Mckernan at a glance

Michael James Mckernan is a Member based in Laguna Niguel, California, practicing at Michael McKernan, Esq.. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Admitted to practice in California (2001) and Washington (Inactive) (2009). Educated at University of San Diego School of Law J.D. (—). Serands clients in Laguna Niguel, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael James Mckernan is a lawyer practicing worker's compensation
  • Michael James has been licensed for 25 years
  • Michael James practices at Michael McKernan, Esq. in Laguna Niguel, CA

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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 Laguna Niguel 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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Michael James Mckernan's law practice is located in Laguna Niguel, California. The firm is Michael McKernan, Esq.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
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Michael James Mckernan has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
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Education

University of San Diego School of Law J.D.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2001
Washington (Inactive)
Admitted: 2009

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