Atty. Michael Kerry Dekruif

Atty. Michael Kerry Dekruif

Michael Kerry Dekruif is a lawyer practicing motorcycle accidents, automobile accidents, slip and fall and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Cardinal Stritch University in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years.

Canoga Park Canoga Park 25 yrs experience 25 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Kerry Dekruif at a glance

Michael Kerry Dekruif is an Associate based in Canoga Park, California, practicing at Law Offices Of Richard M Lester. They have 25+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2001. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, motorcycle, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in California (2001), Arkansas (2002), Indiana (2003), and Kansas (2004). Educated at Mitchell Hamline University School of Law (J.D., 2001) and Cardinal Stritch University (B.S. Business, 1998). Active member of Oklahoma Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in Canoga Park, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Kerry Dekruif is a lawyer practicing motorcycle accidents, automobile accidents, slip and fall and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Cardinal Stritch University in 1998, and has been licensed for 25 years
  • Michael practices at Law Offices of Richard M. Lester in Canoga Park, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Kerry Dekruif's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

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Wrongful Death

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Motorcycle Accidents

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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability

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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 Canoga Park 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 Kerry Dekruif

Where is Michael Kerry Dekruif's law office located?
Michael Kerry Dekruif's law practice is located in Canoga Park, California. The firm is Law Offices Of Richard M Lester. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Kerry Dekruif handle?
Michael Kerry Dekruif focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, motorcycle, slip & fall. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Kerry Dekruif practiced law?
Michael Kerry Dekruif has 25+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2001.
Where did Michael Kerry Dekruif go to law school?
Michael Kerry Dekruif earned their education at (J.D., 2001); (B.S. Business, 1998).
How can I contact Michael Kerry Dekruif for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Mitchell Hamline University School of Law
- 2001
B.S. Business
Cardinal Stritch University
- 1998

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 2001
Arkansas
Admitted: 2002
Indiana
Admitted: 2003
Kansas
Admitted: 2004
Oklahoma
Admitted: 2008

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