Atty. Michael Patrick Flattery
Michael Patrick Flattery is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, family law and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California, and has been licensed for 48 years.
Criminal Law & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 48+ Years Experience
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About Michael Patrick Flattery at a Glance
Michael Patrick Flattery is a Member based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Michael P Flattery. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and family law. Admitted to practice in California (1978). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law J.D. (—) and University of California B.A. (—). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Patrick Flattery
- Michael Patrick Flattery is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury, family law and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California, and has been licensed for 48 years
- Michael practices at Michael P. Flattery in Los Angeles, CA
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Michael Patrick Flattery's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Patrick Flattery handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Personal Injury in Los Angeles
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Los Angeles
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Los Angeles
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 Los Angeles 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles Choose Michael Patrick Flattery
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 Patrick Flattery's practice in the field of personal injury, criminal defense, and family law.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Patrick Flattery brings 48+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, criminal defense, and family law, Michael Patrick Flattery can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Michael Patrick Flattery attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael Patrick Flattery Handles in Los Angeles
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