Atty. Michael Sean Balster

Atty. Michael Sean Balster

Michael Sean Balster is a lawyer practicing environmental law, energy, real estate and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 1995, and has been licensed for 21 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 21 yrs experience 21 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Sean Balster at a glance

Michael Sean Balster is an Associate, Real Estate Department based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Paul Hastings LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on real estate, environmental, and energy. Admitted to practice in Colorado (2005) and California (2007). Educated at University of Denver (J.D., 2004) and The Ohio State University (B.S., 1995). Serands clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Sean Balster is a lawyer practicing environmental law, energy, real estate and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from The Ohio State University in 1995, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Michael practices at Paul Hastings LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Sean Balster's Areas of Practice

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

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Environmental Law

Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.

Michael Sean Balster is one of 56,434 environmental attorneys indexed nationally. Browse environmental attorneys in California →

Energy & Utilities Law

Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.

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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 San Francisco 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 Sean Balster

Where is Michael Sean Balster's law office located?
Michael Sean Balster's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Paul Hastings LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Sean Balster handle?
Michael Sean Balster focuses on real estate, environmental, energy. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Sean Balster practiced law?
Michael Sean Balster has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Michael Sean Balster go to law school?
Michael Sean Balster earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.S., 1995).
How can I contact Michael Sean Balster for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Denver
- 2004
B.S.
The Ohio State University
- 1995

Bar Admissions

Colorado
Admitted: 2005
California
Admitted: 2007

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