Atty. Michael Scott Pettit

Atty. Michael Scott Pettit

Mr. Michael Scott Pettit is a lawyer.

Aptos Aptos 45 yrs experience 45 year
Call (669) 330-1602 Book Appointment

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About Michael Scott Pettit at a glance

Michael Scott Pettit is a Monterey Co. Pub. Def. based in Aptos, California. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Admitted to practice in California (1981) and Alaska (1982). Educated at Golden Gate Univ SOL San Francisco CA Georgetown Univ Washington DC (—). Serands clients in Aptos, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Mr. Michael Scott Pettit is a lawyer
  • Michael received a degree from Golden Gate Univ SOL, and has been licensed for 45 years
  • Michael practices in Aptos, CA

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 Aptos 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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Michael Scott Pettit has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
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Education

Golden Gate Univ SOL San Francisco CA Georgetown Univ Washington DC
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1981
Alaska
Admitted: 1982

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