Atty. Michael Kross
Michael Kross is a lawyer practicing intellectual property law, taxation. Michael received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1975, and has been licensed for 43 years.
Intellectual Property Law & More Attorney · Serving Mill Valley, CA · 43+ Years Experience
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About Michael Kross at a Glance
Michael Kross is a real estate, ip, and tax attorney based in Mill Valley, California. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Admitted to practice in California (1983), U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1983), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1983). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1983) and Harvard University (B.A. Biochemistry, 1975). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Mill Valley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Kross
- Michael Kross is a lawyer practicing intellectual property law, taxation
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1975, and has been licensed for 43 years
- Michael practices in Mill Valley, CA
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Michael Kross's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Kross handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Mill Valley.
Real Estate Law in Mill Valley
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael Kross is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in Mill Valley
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Michael Kross is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Tax Law in Mill Valley
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Michael Kross is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Mill Valley
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 Mill Valley 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 venue, 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.
Mill Valley Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Mill Valley-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Mill Valley Choose Michael Kross
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael Kross's practice in the field of real estate, ip, and tax.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Kross brings 43+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, Michael Kross can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering real estate, ip, and tax, Michael Kross can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Mill Valley
A Mill Valley-based practice means Michael Kross attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Kross Handles in Mill Valley
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Kross has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael Kross directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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