Atty. Michael John O'Gara

Atty. Michael John O'Gara

Michael John O'Gara is a lawyer practicing criminal law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Santa Clarita Santa Clarita 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About Michael John O'Gara at a glance

Michael John O'Gara is a Supr. Ct. J. based in Santa Clarita, California. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on criminal defense. Admitted to practice in California (1991). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1990) and University of California, Los Angeles (B.A., 1987). Serands clients in Santa Clarita, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael John O'Gara is a lawyer practicing criminal law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 1987, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Michael practices in Santa Clarita, CA

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Michael John O'Gara's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

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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 Santa Clarita 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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Where is Michael John O'Gara's law office located?
Michael John O'Gara's law practice is located in Santa Clarita, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael John O'Gara handle?
Michael John O'Gara focuses on criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael John O'Gara practiced law?
Michael John O'Gara has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Michael John O'Gara go to law school?
Michael John O'Gara earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1987).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Southwestern University School of Law
- 1990
B.A.
University of California, Los Angeles
- 1987

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1991

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