Atty. Michael Joseph Madda

Atty. Michael Joseph Madda

Michael Joseph Madda is a lawyer practicing corporate compliance, global structuring & integration, mergers & acquisitions and 7 other areas of law. Michael received a A.B. degree from Georgetown University in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 57 yrs experience 57 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Joseph Madda at a glance

Michael Joseph Madda is a Senior Counsel based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Baker & McKenzie LLP. They have 57+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1969. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, securities, and health care. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1969), U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois (1970), U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit (1974), and U.S. Supreme Court (1975). Educated at Northwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1969) and Georgetown University (A.B., 1966). Active member of Santa Clara County. Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Joseph Madda is a lawyer practicing corporate compliance, global structuring & integration, mergers & acquisitions and 7 other areas of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from Georgetown University in 1966, and has been licensed for 57 years
  • Michael practices at Baker & McKenzie LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Joseph Madda's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Joseph Madda 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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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Health Care 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 Madda

Where is Michael Joseph Madda's law office located?
Michael Joseph Madda's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Baker & McKenzie LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Joseph Madda handle?
Michael Joseph Madda focuses on business, m&a, securities, health care. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Joseph Madda practiced law?
Michael Joseph Madda has 57+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1969.
Where did Michael Joseph Madda go to law school?
Michael Joseph Madda earned their education at (J.D., 1969); (A.B., 1966).
How can I contact Michael Joseph Madda for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Northwestern University School of Law
- 1969
A.B.
Georgetown University
- 1966

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1969
U.S. District Court, Northern District of Illinois
Admitted: 1970
U.S. Court of Appeals, Seventh Circuit
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1975
California
Admitted: 1989

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