Atty. Michael William Deaktor

Atty. Michael William Deaktor

Michael William Deaktor is a lawyer practicing probate and estate planning, guardianship, probate litigation. Michael received a B.S. degree from Arizona State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years.

Chatsworth Chatsworth 40 yrs experience 40 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael William Deaktor at a glance

Michael William Deaktor is a Partner based in Chatsworth, California. They have 40+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1986. Their practice focuses on probate, estate planning, poa, and elder law. Admitted to practice in California (1986) and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1987). Educated at Pepperdine University School of Law (J.D., 1986) and Arizona State University (B.S. Accounting, 1979). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Glendale, Los Angeles County Bar Association The State Bar of California Arizona Society of Certified Public Accountants. Serands clients in Chatsworth, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael William Deaktor is a lawyer practicing probate and estate planning, guardianship, probate litigation
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from Arizona State University in 1979, and has been licensed for 40 years
  • Michael practices in Chatsworth, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael William Deaktor's Areas of Practice

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

Probate

Michael William Deaktor is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →

Estate Planning & Probate

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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Power of Attorney

Michael William Deaktor is one of 33,188 poa attorneys indexed nationally. Browse poa attorneys in California →

Elder Law

Elder law attorneys for Medicaid planning, long-term care, guardianship, conservatorship, and elder abuse.

Michael William Deaktor is one of 53,430 elder law attorneys indexed nationally. Browse elder law 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 Chatsworth 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 William Deaktor

Where is Michael William Deaktor's law office located?
Michael William Deaktor's law practice is located in Chatsworth, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael William Deaktor handle?
Michael William Deaktor focuses on probate, estate planning, poa, elder law. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael William Deaktor practiced law?
Michael William Deaktor has 40+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1986.
Where did Michael William Deaktor go to law school?
Michael William Deaktor earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.S. Accounting, 1979).
How can I contact Michael William Deaktor for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael William Deaktor received?
Michael William Deaktor's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Pepperdine University School of Law
- 1986
B.S. Accounting
Arizona State University
- 1979

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1986
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1987

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