Atty. Michael Joseph Kaufman

Atty. Michael Joseph Kaufman

Michael Joseph Kaufman is a lawyer practicing general practice, commercial litigation and disputes, securities litigation & enforcement and 6 other areas of law. Michael received a A.B. degree from Kenyon College in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years.

Santa Clara Santa Clara 42 yrs experience 42 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Joseph Kaufman at a glance

Michael Joseph Kaufman is a business, class action, securities, and litigation attorney based in Santa Clara, California. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1984). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1983) and Kenyon College (A.B., 1980). Serands clients in Santa Clara, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Joseph Kaufman is a lawyer practicing general practice, commercial litigation and disputes, securities litigation & enforcement and 6 other areas of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from Kenyon College in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
  • Michael practices in Santa Clara, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Joseph Kaufman's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Class Action

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Securities Law

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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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 Clara 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 Kaufman

Where is Michael Joseph Kaufman's law office located?
Michael Joseph Kaufman's law practice is located in Santa Clara, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Joseph Kaufman handle?
Michael Joseph Kaufman focuses on business, class action, securities, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Joseph Kaufman practiced law?
Michael Joseph Kaufman has 42+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1984.
Where did Michael Joseph Kaufman go to law school?
Michael Joseph Kaufman earned their education at (J.D., 1983); (A.B., 1980).
How can I contact Michael Joseph Kaufman for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 1983
A.B.
Kenyon College
- 1980

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1984

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