Atty. Michael R. Brown

Atty. Michael R. Brown

Michael R. Brown is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment litigation, insurance litigation and 2 other areas of law.

Pasadena Pasadena 51 yrs experience 51 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael R. Brown at a glance

Michael R. Brown is a Member based in Pasadena, California, practicing at Michael R. Brown APLC. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on employment, business, litigation, insurance, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California (1975), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1975), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1976), and New York (1981). Educated at California Western University School of Law (J.D., 1975) and Queens College of the City University of New York (B.A., 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Pasadena, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael R. Brown is a lawyer practicing commercial litigation, employment litigation, insurance litigation and 2 other areas of law
  • Michael R. received a B.A. degree from Queens College of the City University of New York in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Michael R. practices at Michael R. Brown APLC in Pasadena, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael R. Brown's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Michael R. Brown is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Michael R. Brown is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael R. Brown is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Insurance Law

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Michael R. Brown is one of 121,912 insurance attorneys indexed nationally. Browse insurance attorneys in California →

Entertainment & Sports Law

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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 Pasadena 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 R. Brown

Where is Michael R. Brown's law office located?
Michael R. Brown's law practice is located in Pasadena, California. The firm is Michael R. Brown APLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael R. Brown handle?
Michael R. Brown focuses on employment, business, litigation, insurance, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael R. Brown practiced law?
Michael R. Brown has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Michael R. Brown go to law school?
Michael R. Brown earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
How can I contact Michael R. Brown for a consultation?
You can contact Michael R. Brown directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael R. Brown received?
Michael R. Brown's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
California Western University School of Law
- 1975
B.A.
Queens College of the City University of New York
- 1972

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1975
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1975
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit, U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1976
New York
Admitted: 1981
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1981
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1992
Nevada (Inactive)
Admitted: 2001

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