Atty. Michael Jonas Fitzgerald

Atty. Michael Jonas Fitzgerald

Michael Jonas Fitzgerald is a lawyer practicing commercial, business litigation, mediation and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from California State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years.

Irvine Irvine 50 yrs experience 50 year
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About Michael Jonas Fitzgerald at a glance

Michael Jonas Fitzgerald is a Member based in Irvine, California, practicing at Barnes Crosby Fitzgerald And Zeman Llp. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, adr, and appellate. Admitted to practice in California (1976), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1976), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1977), and U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1980). Educated at University of San Francisco (J.D., 1976) and California State University (B.A., 1973). Active member of Orange County (Member, Litigation Section, Public Relations) and American Bar Associations State Bar of California American Board of Trial Advocacy, Moot Court Judge U, S, and F American Inns of Court. Serands clients in Irvine, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Jonas Fitzgerald is a lawyer practicing commercial, business litigation, mediation and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from California State University in 1973, and has been licensed for 50 years
  • Michael practices at Barnes, Crosby, Fitzgerald & Zeman LLP in Irvine, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Jonas Fitzgerald's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Michael Jonas Fitzgerald is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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Michael Jonas Fitzgerald is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Michael Jonas Fitzgerald is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr attorneys in California →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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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 Irvine 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 Jonas Fitzgerald

Where is Michael Jonas Fitzgerald's law office located?
Michael Jonas Fitzgerald's law practice is located in Irvine, California. The firm is Barnes Crosby Fitzgerald And Zeman Llp. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Jonas Fitzgerald handle?
Michael Jonas Fitzgerald focuses on personal injury, business, litigation, adr, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Jonas Fitzgerald practiced law?
Michael Jonas Fitzgerald has 50+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1976.
Where did Michael Jonas Fitzgerald go to law school?
Michael Jonas Fitzgerald earned their education at (J.D., 1976); (B.A., 1973).
How can I contact Michael Jonas Fitzgerald for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of San Francisco
- 1976
B.A.
California State University
- 1973

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1976
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1976
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1980

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