Atty. Michael John Apicella

Atty. Michael John Apicella

Michael John Apicella is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, contracts, family law and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from University Of Southern California in 1993, and has been licensed for 23 years.

Petaluma Petaluma 23 yrs experience 23 year
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About Michael John Apicella at a glance

Michael John Apicella is a Member based in Petaluma, California, practicing at Apicella Law & Mediation Office. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Their practice focuses on divorce, contracts, family law, prenup, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (2003). Educated at Golden Gate University School of Law (J.D., 2001) and University Of Southern California (B.S.B.A., 1993). Provides legal services in Spanish Portuguese. Serands clients in Petaluma, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael John Apicella is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, contracts, family law and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S.B.A. degree from University Of Southern California in 1993, and has been licensed for 23 years
  • Michael practices at Apicella Law & Mediation Office in Petaluma, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael John Apicella's Areas of Practice

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

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

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Contracts

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Family Law

Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.

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Prenuptial & Postnuptial Agreements

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Civil Litigation

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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 Petaluma 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 John Apicella

Where is Michael John Apicella's law office located?
Michael John Apicella's law practice is located in Petaluma, California. The firm is Apicella Law & Mediation Office. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael John Apicella handle?
Michael John Apicella focuses on divorce, contracts, family law, prenup, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael John Apicella practiced law?
Michael John Apicella has 23+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2003.
What languages does Michael John Apicella speak?
Michael John Apicella provides legal services in Spanish Portuguese. Bilingual representation can be especially important when contracts, testimony, or court filings require accurate translation.
Where did Michael John Apicella go to law school?
Michael John Apicella earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.S.B.A., 1993).
How can I contact Michael John Apicella for a consultation?
You can contact Michael John Apicella directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.

Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University School of Law
- 2001
B.S.B.A.
University Of Southern California
- 1993

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2003

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