Atty. Michael Robert Rizzo
Michael Robert Rizzo is a lawyer practicing litigation, government contracts, white collar criminal defense and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from Georgetown University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years.
Government Contracts & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 34+ Years Experience
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About Michael Robert Rizzo at a Glance
Michael Robert Rizzo is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Dentons US LLP. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, white collar, litigation, and government. Admitted to practice in California (1992). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1992) and Georgetown University (B.S., 1989). Active member of State Bar of California. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Robert Rizzo
- Michael Robert Rizzo is a lawyer practicing litigation, government contracts, white collar criminal defense and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from Georgetown University in 1989, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Michael practices at Dentons US LLP in Los Angeles, CA
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Michael Robert Rizzo's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Robert Rizzo handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
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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White Collar Crimes in Los Angeles
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Civil Litigation in Los Angeles
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Government & Administrative 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 Robert Rizzo
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 Rizzo's practice in the field of criminal defense, white collar, litigation, and government.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Robert Rizzo brings 34+ 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 criminal defense, white collar, and litigation, Michael Robert Rizzo 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 Robert Rizzo 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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