Atty. Michael Steven Russell

Atty. Michael Steven Russell

Michael Steven Russell is a lawyer practicing corporate, securities, business law and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 32 yrs experience 32 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Steven Russell at a glance

Michael Steven Russell is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, and securities. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1994). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1993) and University of Michigan (B.A. Political, 1990). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Steven Russell is a lawyer practicing corporate, securities, business law and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1990, and has been licensed for 32 years
  • Michael practices at Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Steven Russell's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Steven Russell 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.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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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 Palo Alto 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 Russell

Where is Michael Steven Russell's law office located?
Michael Steven Russell's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Steven Russell handle?
Michael Steven Russell focuses on business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Steven Russell practiced law?
Michael Steven Russell has 32+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1994.
Where did Michael Steven Russell go to law school?
Michael Steven Russell earned their education at (J.D., 1993); (B.A. Political, 1990).
How can I contact Michael Steven Russell for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 1993
B.A. Political
University of Michigan
- 1990

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1994

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