Atty. Michael Joseph Runkle

Atty. Michael Joseph Runkle

Michael Joseph Runkle is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a degree from Thomas Jefferson SOL, San Diego, CA, and has been licensed for 16 years.

Rocklin Rocklin 16 yrs experience 16 year
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About Michael Joseph Runkle at a glance

Michael Joseph Runkle is a dui/dwi, contracts, personal injury, and criminal defense attorney based in Rocklin, California. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Admitted to practice in California (2010). Educated at Thomas Jefferson School of Law (JD, 2009) and Thomas Jefferson SOL, San Diego, CA Univ of North Carolina, Wilmington, NC (—). Serands clients in Rocklin, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Michael Joseph Runkle is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, criminal defense and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael received a degree from Thomas Jefferson SOL, San Diego, CA, and has been licensed for 16 years
  • Michael practices in Rocklin, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Joseph Runkle's Areas of Practice

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

DUI / DWI Defense

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Contracts

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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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 Rocklin 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 Runkle

Where is Michael Joseph Runkle's law office located?
Michael Joseph Runkle's law practice is located in Rocklin, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Joseph Runkle handle?
Michael Joseph Runkle focuses on dui/dwi, contracts, personal injury, criminal defense. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Joseph Runkle practiced law?
Michael Joseph Runkle has 16+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2010.
Where did Michael Joseph Runkle go to law school?
Michael Joseph Runkle earned their education at (JD, 2009); (—).
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Education

JD
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
- 2009
Thomas Jefferson SOL, San Diego, CA Univ of North Carolina, Wilmington, NC
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2010

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