Atty. Michelle Lee Rutledge

Atty. Michelle Lee Rutledge

Michelle Lee Rutledge is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, products liability and 3 other areas of law. Michelle received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1997, and has been licensed for 22 years.

Foster City Foster City 22 yrs experience 22 year
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Profile Summary

About Michelle Lee Rutledge at a glance

Michelle Lee Rutledge is an Associate based in Foster City, California, practicing at The Wenzell Law Group. They have 22+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2004. Their practice focuses on personal injury, family law, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Central, Eastern and Southern Districts of Califor (2004). Educated at Hastings College of the Law, University of California (J.D., 2003) and University of California at Santa Barbara (B.A., 1997). Active member of State Bar of California. Serands clients in Foster City, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Michelle Lee Rutledge is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, personal injury, products liability and 3 other areas of law
  • Michelle received a B.A. degree from University of California at Santa Barbara in 1997, and has been licensed for 22 years
  • Michelle practices at The Wenzell Law Group in Foster City, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michelle Lee Rutledge's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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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Family Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance 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 Foster City 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 Michelle Lee Rutledge

Where is Michelle Lee Rutledge's law office located?
Michelle Lee Rutledge's law practice is located in Foster City, California. The firm is The Wenzell Law Group. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michelle Lee Rutledge handle?
Michelle Lee Rutledge focuses on personal injury, family law, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michelle Lee Rutledge practiced law?
Michelle Lee Rutledge has 22+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2004.
Where did Michelle Lee Rutledge go to law school?
Michelle Lee Rutledge earned their education at (J.D., 2003); (B.A., 1997).
How can I contact Michelle Lee Rutledge for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Hastings College of the Law, University of California
- 2003
B.A.
University of California at Santa Barbara
- 1997

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Central, Eastern and Southern Districts of Califor
Admitted: 2004

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