Atty. Michelle C Yip

Atty. Michelle C Yip

Michelle C Yip is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, real estate. Michelle received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1999, and has been licensed for 21 years.

San Francisco San Francisco 21 Years Experience 21 year
Call (628) 285-0025

Profile Summary

About Michelle C Yip at a glance

Michelle C Yip is a Senior Associate based in San Francisco, California, practicing at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. They have 21+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2005. Their practice focuses on formation and real estate. Admitted to practice in New York (2005) and California (2009). Educated at University of Pennsylvania Law School (J.D., 2004) and Cornell University (B.A. Asian, 1999). Active member of New York State Bar Association. Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michelle C Yip is a lawyer practicing corporate & incorporation, real estate
  • Michelle received a B.A. degree from Cornell University in 1999, and has been licensed for 21 years
  • Michelle practices at Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP in San Francisco, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michelle C Yip's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michelle C Yip handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business Formation

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Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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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 San Francisco 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michelle C Yip

Where is Michelle C Yip's law office located?
Michelle C Yip's law practice is located in San Francisco, California. The firm is Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michelle C Yip handle?
Michelle C Yip focuses on formation, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michelle C Yip practiced law?
Michelle C Yip has 21+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2005.
Where did Michelle C Yip go to law school?
Michelle C Yip earned their education at (J.D., 2004); (B.A. Asian, 1999).
How can I contact Michelle C Yip for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Pennsylvania Law School
- 2004
B.A. Asian
Cornell University
- 1999

Bar Admissions

New York
Admitted: 2005
California
Admitted: 2009

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