Atty. Richard E. Michael Brakefield

Atty. Richard E. Michael Brakefield

Mr. Richard E.

Palm Springs Palm Springs 49 yrs experience 49 year
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Profile Summary

About Richard E. Michael Brakefield at a glance

Richard E. Michael Brakefield is a Member based in Palm Springs, California, practicing at Law Office of Richard Brakefield. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1977) and District of Columbia (1979). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law J.D. (—) and San Jose State University B.A. (—). Serands clients in Palm Springs, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. Richard E. Michael Brakefield is a lawyer practicing business law, commercial law, real estate and 5 other areas of law
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from San Jose State University, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Richard practices at Law Office of Richard Brakefield in Palm Springs, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard E. Michael Brakefield's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard E. Michael Brakefield handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

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Trusts

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Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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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 Palm Springs 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 Richard E. Michael Brakefield

Where is Richard E. Michael Brakefield's law office located?
Richard E. Michael Brakefield's law practice is located in Palm Springs, California. The firm is Law Office of Richard Brakefield. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard E. Michael Brakefield handle?
Richard E. Michael Brakefield focuses on wills, trusts, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard E. Michael Brakefield practiced law?
Richard E. Michael Brakefield has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Richard E. Michael Brakefield go to law school?
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Education

Southwestern University School of Law J.D.
- In Progress
San Jose State University B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977
District of Columbia
Admitted: 1979

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