Atty. Michael Kevin Underhill

Atty. Michael Kevin Underhill

Michael Kevin Underhill is a lawyer practicing appellate, automotive litigation, class action and complex litigation and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 33 yrs experience 33 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Kevin Underhill at a glance

Michael Kevin Underhill is a Partner based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on class action, product liability, litigation, and appellate. Admitted to practice in Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Co (1993) and California (2000). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1993) and University of Kansas (B.A., 1988). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Kevin Underhill is a lawyer practicing appellate, automotive litigation, class action and complex litigation and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Kansas in 1988, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Michael practices at Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P. in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Kevin Underhill's Areas of Practice

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

Class Action

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Appellate Practice

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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 San Francisco 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 Kevin Underhill

Where is Michael Kevin Underhill's law office located?
Michael Kevin Underhill's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Kevin Underhill handle?
Michael Kevin Underhill focuses on class action, product liability, litigation, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Kevin Underhill practiced law?
Michael Kevin Underhill has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Michael Kevin Underhill go to law school?
Michael Kevin Underhill earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Michael Kevin Underhill for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Georgetown University Law Center
- 1993
B.A.
University of Kansas
- 1988

Bar Admissions

Missouri U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit U.S. District Co
Admitted: 1993
California
Admitted: 2000

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