Atty. Michael Joseph Dean

Atty. Michael Joseph Dean

Mr. Michael Joseph Dean is a lawyer practicing privacy and cybersecurity, beer, wine and spirits, litigation, corporate and commercial and 1 other area of law.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 14 yrs experience 14 year
Call (669) 330-1602 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael Joseph Dean at a glance

Michael Joseph Dean is a Special Counsel based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP. They have 14+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2012. Their practice focuses on business, litigation, and internet. Admitted to practice in California (2012), California (2012), District of Columbia (2018), and District of Columbia (2018). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 2008) and London School of Economics (M.S. Economic, 2005). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Michael Joseph Dean is a lawyer practicing privacy and cybersecurity, beer, wine and spirits, litigation, corporate and commercial and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a M.S. degree from London School of Economics in 2005, and has been licensed for 14 years
  • Michael practices at Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Joseph Dean's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Civil Litigation

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Internet & Cyber 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 Palo Alto 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 Joseph Dean

Where is Michael Joseph Dean's law office located?
Michael Joseph Dean's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Joseph Dean handle?
Michael Joseph Dean focuses on business, litigation, internet. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Joseph Dean practiced law?
Michael Joseph Dean has 14+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2012.
Where did Michael Joseph Dean go to law school?
Michael Joseph Dean earned their education at (J.D., 2008); (M.S. Economic, 2005).
How can I contact Michael Joseph Dean for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 2008
M.S. Economic
London School of Economics
- 2005

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2012
California
Admitted: 2012
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2018
District of Columbia
Admitted: 2018
New York
Admitted: 2019
New York
Admitted: 2019

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