Atty. Michael Thomas Frank

Atty. Michael Thomas Frank

Atty. Michael Thomas Frank is a lawyer practicing compensation, benefits & erisa, corporate and 5 other areas of law.

Palo Alto Palo Alto 31 yrs experience 31 year
Call (279) 221-5138 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael Thomas Frank at a glance

Michael Thomas Frank is a Partner based in Palo Alto, California, practicing at Morrison & Foerster LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on employment, business, and tax. Admitted to practice in Wisconsin (1995) and California (1998). Educated at University of Michigan Law School (J.D., 1995) and Grinnell College (B.A. Stanford, 1989). Serands clients in Palo Alto, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Atty. Michael Thomas Frank is a lawyer practicing compensation, benefits & erisa, corporate and 5 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Grinnell College in 1989, and has been licensed for 31 years
  • Michael practices at Morrison & Foerster LLP in Palo Alto, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Thomas Frank's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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Tax 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 Thomas Frank

Where is Michael Thomas Frank's law office located?
Michael Thomas Frank's law practice is located in Palo Alto, California. The firm is Morrison & Foerster LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Thomas Frank handle?
Michael Thomas Frank focuses on employment, business, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Thomas Frank practiced law?
Michael Thomas Frank has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Michael Thomas Frank go to law school?
Michael Thomas Frank earned their education at (J.D., 1995); (B.A. Stanford, 1989).
How can I contact Michael Thomas Frank for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Michigan Law School
- 1995
B.A. Stanford
Grinnell College
- 1989

Bar Admissions

Wisconsin
Admitted: 1995
California
Admitted: 1998

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