Atty. Michael Robert Lauer
Michael Robert Lauer is a lawyer practicing commercial, civil litigation, real estate litigation and 2 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1976, and has been licensed for 31 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Oakland, CA · 31+ Years Experience
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About Michael Robert Lauer at a Glance
Michael Robert Lauer is a Member based in Oakland, California, practicing at Law Offices of Michael Lauer. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on business, real estate, estate litigation, litigation, and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in California (1995). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1995) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serves clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Robert Lauer
- Michael Robert Lauer is a lawyer practicing commercial, civil litigation, real estate litigation and 2 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1976, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Michael practices at Law Offices of Michael Lauer in Oakland, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Robert Lauer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Robert Lauer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Oakland.
Business & Corporate Law in Oakland
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real Estate Law in Oakland
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael Robert Lauer is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Estate & Trust Litigation in Oakland
Michael Robert Lauer is one of 19,876 estate litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate litigation attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Oakland
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael Robert Lauer is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →
Landlord & Tenant in Oakland
Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Oakland
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 Oakland 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.
Oakland Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Oakland-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 Oakland Choose Michael Robert Lauer
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 Robert Lauer's practice in the field of business, real estate, estate litigation, litigation, and landlord/tenant.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Robert Lauer brings 31+ 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 business, real estate, and estate litigation, Michael Robert Lauer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Oakland
A Oakland-based practice means Michael Robert Lauer 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 Robert Lauer Handles in Oakland
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Robert Lauer 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.
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