Atty. R. Michael Collum
R. Michael Collum, a graduate of the University of Southern California Law School, has a robust background in family law and civil litigation.
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R. Michael Collum is a Member based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at R Michael Collum A Law Corporation. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on family law and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1989), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1989), and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1989). Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1989) and Millsaps College (B.A. English, 1985). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- R. Michael Collum, a graduate of the University of Southern California Law School, has a robust background in family law and civil litigation
- He previously served as a partner at Knowles Collum LLP in Beverly Hills and as an associate at Loeb and Loeb, LLP in Los Angeles
- His practice encompasses complex family law matters, including tracing and reimbursement issues, joinder of third parties and trusts, and addressing fraudulent transfers and asset-protection schemes
- Michael strives for informal resolution but is prepared to litigate assertively when required
- His experience spans property division, support, custody, same-sex dissolutions, domestic violence restraining orders, prenuptial agreements, and family law appeals
- In civil litigation, Michael has handled cases involving business disputes, defamation, injunctions, property conflicts, contract claims, and civil appeals
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Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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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 Los Angeles 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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