Atty. Michael James Pearce

Atty. Michael James Pearce

Michael James Pearce is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance coverage, business litigation and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a degree from Cambridge University, England in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Long Beach Long Beach 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael James Pearce at a glance

Michael James Pearce is a Comr., Supr. Ct. based in Long Beach, California. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, insurance, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1979). Educated at Duke University (J.D., 1979) and Cambridge University, England (M.Phil. Oxford, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Long Beach (President, 2005), Los Angeles County (Board of Trustees, 2005-2006) and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Long Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael James Pearce is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, insurance coverage, business litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a degree from Cambridge University, England in 1975, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Michael practices in Long Beach, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael James Pearce's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael James Pearce 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 Pearce is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury 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 Pearce is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael James Pearce is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

Michael James Pearce is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in California →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Michael James Pearce is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Long Beach 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 Pearce

Where is Michael James Pearce's law office located?
Michael James Pearce's law practice is located in Long Beach, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael James Pearce handle?
Michael James Pearce focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, insurance, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael James Pearce practiced law?
Michael James Pearce has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Michael James Pearce go to law school?
Michael James Pearce earned their education at (J.D., 1979); (M.Phil. Oxford, 1975).
How can I contact Michael James Pearce for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael James Pearce received?
Michael James Pearce's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Duke University
- 1979
M.Phil. Oxford
Cambridge University, England
- 1975

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1979

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