Atty. Michael Stephen Debellis

Atty. Michael Stephen Debellis

Michael Stephen Debellis is a lawyer practicing landlord and tenant law, landslides and subsidence, construction defects. Michael received a B.A. degree from Gonzaga University in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years.

El Cerrito El Cerrito 27 yrs experience 27 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Stephen Debellis at a glance

Michael Stephen Debellis is a Sutter Pacific Med. Found. based in El Cerrito, California. They have 27+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1999. Their practice focuses on construction and landlord/tenant. Admitted to practice in California (Inactive) (1999). Educated at Golden Gate University (J.D., 1998) and Gonzaga University (B.A., 1995). Serands clients in El Cerrito, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael Stephen Debellis is a lawyer practicing landlord and tenant law, landslides and subsidence, construction defects
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Gonzaga University in 1995, and has been licensed for 27 years
  • Michael practices in El Cerrito, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Stephen Debellis's Areas of Practice

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

Construction Law

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Landlord & Tenant

Landlord-tenant attorneys for evictions, lease disputes, security deposits, and habitability claims.

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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 El Cerrito 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 Stephen Debellis

Where is Michael Stephen Debellis's law office located?
Michael Stephen Debellis's law practice is located in El Cerrito, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Stephen Debellis handle?
Michael Stephen Debellis focuses on construction, landlord/tenant. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Stephen Debellis practiced law?
Michael Stephen Debellis has 27+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1999.
Where did Michael Stephen Debellis go to law school?
Michael Stephen Debellis earned their education at (J.D., 1998); (B.A., 1995).
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Education

J.D.
Golden Gate University
- 1998
B.A.
Gonzaga University
- 1995

Bar Admissions

California (Inactive)
Admitted: 1999

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