Atty. Michael William Seitz
Michael William Seitz is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, public entities, environmental litigation and 9 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from California State University at Chico in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years.
Environmental Litigation & More Attorney · Serving San Luis Obispo, CA · 45+ Years Experience
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About Michael William Seitz at a Glance
Michael William Seitz is a Member based in San Luis Obispo, California, practicing at Shipsey & Seitz, Inc.. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on trusts, personal injury, estate planning, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in California (1981), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1981), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1981). Educated at University of Oregon (J.D., 1981) and California State University at Chico (B.A., 1977). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of San Luis Obispo County Bar Association (Secretary, 1984) State Bar of California Association of Defense Counsel of Northern California. Serves clients in San Luis Obispo, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael William Seitz
- Michael William Seitz is a lawyer practicing insurance defense, public entities, environmental litigation and 9 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from California State University at Chico in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years
- Michael practices at Shipsey & Seitz, Inc. in San Luis Obispo, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael William Seitz's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael William Seitz handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Luis Obispo.
Trusts in San Luis Obispo
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Personal Injury in San Luis Obispo
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Estate Planning & Probate in San Luis Obispo
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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Employment Law in San Luis Obispo
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael William Seitz is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in San Luis Obispo
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Luis Obispo
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 San Luis Obispo 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 venue, 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.
San Luis Obispo Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Luis Obispo-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in San Luis Obispo Choose Michael William Seitz
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael William Seitz's practice in the field of trusts, personal injury, estate planning, employment, and business.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael William Seitz brings 45+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, U.S. District Court, Central District of California, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California, Michael William Seitz can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, personal injury, and estate planning, Michael William Seitz can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Luis Obispo
A San Luis Obispo-based practice means Michael William Seitz attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael William Seitz Handles in San Luis Obispo
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael William Seitz has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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