Atty. Michael Steven Abril

Atty. Michael Steven Abril

Michael Steven Abril is a lawyer practicing business transactions, real estate, land use planning and 6 other areas of law. Michael received a A.B. degree from University of California at Davis in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Bakersfield Bakersfield 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Steven Abril at a glance

Michael Steven Abril is a business, real estate, bankruptcy, m&a, and zoning attorney based in Bakersfield, California. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Admitted to practice in California (1986), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1986), and U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Eastern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeal (1987). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1986) and University of California at Davis (A.B. University, 1982). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Bakersfield, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Steven Abril is a lawyer practicing business transactions, real estate, land use planning and 6 other areas of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from University of California at Davis in 1982, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Michael practices in Bakersfield, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Steven Abril's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Michael Steven Abril is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

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

Michael Steven Abril is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Bankruptcy & Debt

A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.

Michael Steven Abril is one of 105,321 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →

Mergers & Acquisitions

Michael Steven Abril is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →

Land Use & Zoning

Michael Steven Abril is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in California →

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 Bakersfield 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 Steven Abril

Where is Michael Steven Abril's law office located?
Michael Steven Abril's law practice is located in Bakersfield, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Steven Abril handle?
Michael Steven Abril focuses on business, real estate, bankruptcy, m&a, zoning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Steven Abril practiced law?
Michael Steven Abril has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Michael Steven Abril go to law school?
Michael Steven Abril earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (A.B. University, 1982).
How can I contact Michael Steven Abril for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Steven Abril directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael Steven Abril received?
Michael Steven Abril's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1986
A.B. University
University of California at Davis
- 1982

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Northern, Southern and Eastern Districts of California and U.S. Court of Appeal
Admitted: 1987

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