Atty. Michael John Stephens
Michael John Stephens is a lawyer practicing family, real estate, criminal defense. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of California at Santa Cruz, and has been licensed for 23 years.
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Michael John Stephens is a criminal defense, family law, and real estate attorney based in Pacifica, California. They have 23+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2003. Admitted to practice in California (2003). Educated at Santa Cruz University J.D. (—) and University of California at Santa Cruz B.S. (—). Serves clients in Pacifica, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael John Stephens is a lawyer practicing family, real estate, criminal defense
- Michael received a B.S. degree from University of California at Santa Cruz, and has been licensed for 23 years
- Michael practices in Pacifica, CA
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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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 Pacifica 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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