Atty. Michael John O'Connor

Atty. Michael John O'Connor

Michael John O'Connor is a lawyer practicing entertainment & media, trusts & estates, taxation and 3 other areas of law. Michael John received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 47 yrs experience 47 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael John O'Connor at a glance

Michael John O'Connor is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Kelly Drye White O Connor. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, tax, litigation, insurance, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California US Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Southern, Northern, Eastern and Central Districts o (1979). Educated at University of California School of Law, Los Angeles (J.D. University, 1979) and University of California, Berkeley (A.B. University, 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Los Angeles County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael John O'Connor is a lawyer practicing entertainment & media, trusts & estates, taxation and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael John received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
  • Michael John practices at Kelly Drye / White O'Connor in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael John O'Connor's Areas of Practice

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

Trusts

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Tax Law

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Entertainment & Sports Law

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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 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 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 O'Connor

Where is Michael John O'Connor's law office located?
Michael John O'Connor's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Kelly Drye White O Connor. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael John O'Connor handle?
Michael John O'Connor focuses on trusts, tax, litigation, insurance, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael John O'Connor practiced law?
Michael John O'Connor has 47+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1979.
Where did Michael John O'Connor go to law school?
Michael John O'Connor earned their education at (J.D. University, 1979); (A.B. University, 1976).
How can I contact Michael John O'Connor for a consultation?
You can contact Michael John O'Connor 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.
What awards or recognition has Michael John O'Connor received?
Michael John O'Connor's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D. University
University of California School of Law, Los Angeles
- 1979
A.B. University
University of California, Berkeley
- 1976

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California US Supreme Court U.S. District Court, Southern, Northern, Eastern and Central Districts o
Admitted: 1979

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