Atty. Michael Steven Dorward
Michael Steven Dorward is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, probate law, business law and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of California in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years.
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Michael Steven Dorward is a probate, estate planning, and business attorney based in Castro Valley, California. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Admitted to practice in California (Inactive) (1977). Educated at University of California (J.D., 1977) and University of California (B.S., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Castro Valley, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Michael Steven Dorward is a lawyer practicing estate planning law, probate law, business law and 1 other area of law
- Michael received a B.S. degree from University of California in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Michael practices in Castro Valley, CA
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Michael Steven Dorward is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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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 Castro Valley 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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