Atty. Michael Jay Raphael

Atty. Michael Jay Raphael

Michael Jay Raphael is a lawyer practicing civil, constitutional and criminal litigation. Michael received a B.A. degree from Rice University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 32 Years Experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Jay Raphael at a glance

Michael Jay Raphael is a Supr. Ct. J. based in Los Angeles, California. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in Ohio (1994), District of Columbia (1995), and California (2000). Educated at Yale University (J.D., 1993) and Rice University (B.A., 1990). Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Jay Raphael is a lawyer practicing civil, constitutional and criminal litigation
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Rice University in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Michael practices in Los Angeles, CA

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Michael Jay Raphael's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Los Angeles 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 venue, 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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Where is Michael Jay Raphael's law office located?
Michael Jay Raphael's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Jay Raphael handle?
Michael Jay Raphael focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Jay Raphael practiced law?
Michael Jay Raphael has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Michael Jay Raphael go to law school?
Michael Jay Raphael earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1990).
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Education

J.D.
Yale University
- 1993
B.A.
Rice University
- 1990

Bar Admissions

Ohio
Admitted: 1994
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1995
California
Admitted: 2000

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