Atty. Richard Michael Synchef

Atty. Richard Michael Synchef

Richard Michael Synchef is a lawyer practicing torts. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Corte Madera Corte Madera 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About Richard Michael Synchef at a glance

Richard Michael Synchef is a Member based in Corte Madera, California, practicing at Richard M. Synchef. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on personal injury. Admitted to practice in Illinois (1975), California (1984), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1984). Educated at Northwestern University (J.D., 1975) and University of Wisconsin-Madison (B.A., 1972). Active member of San Francisco County, Illinois and American Bar Associations The State Bar of California. Serands clients in Corte Madera, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Richard Michael Synchef is a lawyer practicing torts
  • Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Wisconsin-Madison in 1972, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Richard practices at Richard M. Synchef in Corte Madera, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Richard Michael Synchef's Areas of Practice

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

Personal Injury

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Jurisdictional Context

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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 Corte Madera 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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Where is Richard Michael Synchef's law office located?
Richard Michael Synchef's law practice is located in Corte Madera, California. The firm is Richard M. Synchef. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Richard Michael Synchef handle?
Richard Michael Synchef focuses on personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Richard Michael Synchef practiced law?
Richard Michael Synchef has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Richard Michael Synchef go to law school?
Richard Michael Synchef earned their education at (J.D., 1975); (B.A., 1972).
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Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
Northwestern University
- 1975
B.A.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
- 1972

Bar Admissions

Illinois
Admitted: 1975
California
Admitted: 1984
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California
Admitted: 1984

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