Atty. Michael William Foster

Atty. Michael William Foster

Michael William Foster is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, litigation, arbitration and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years.

Oakland Oakland 39 yrs experience 39 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael William Foster at a glance

Michael William Foster is a Member based in Oakland, California, practicing at Foster Employment Law. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on employment, debt settlement, litigation, and adr. Admitted to practice in California (1987). Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 1986) and Harvard University (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Oakland, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michael William Foster is a lawyer practicing labor & employment, litigation, arbitration and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Harvard University in 1983, and has been licensed for 39 years
  • Michael practices at Foster Employment Law in Oakland, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael William Foster's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael William Foster 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.

Michael William Foster is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Debt Settlement

Michael William Foster is one of 2,543 debt settlement attorneys indexed nationally. Browse debt settlement attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Michael William Foster is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Mediation & Arbitration

Mediators and arbitrators for civil, commercial, family, and employment dispute resolution.

Michael William Foster is one of 73,906 adr attorneys indexed nationally. Browse adr 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 Oakland 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 Foster

Where is Michael William Foster's law office located?
Michael William Foster's law practice is located in Oakland, California. The firm is Foster Employment Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael William Foster handle?
Michael William Foster focuses on employment, debt settlement, litigation, adr. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael William Foster practiced law?
Michael William Foster has 39+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1987.
Where did Michael William Foster go to law school?
Michael William Foster earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Michael William Foster for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael William Foster received?
Michael William Foster's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 1986
B.A.
Harvard University
- 1983

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1987

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