Atty. Stephen Michael Dake
Stephen Michael Dake is a lawyer practicing probate, estate planning, business litigation and 3 other areas of law. Stephen received a B.S. degree from California State University at San Luis Obispo in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years.
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Stephen Michael Dake is a Member based in Bakersfield, California, practicing at Law Offices Of Dake Braun And Monje Llp. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Their practice focuses on trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in California (1979), U.S. District Court, Eastern and Central Districts of California (1979), and U.S. Tax Court (1982). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D., 1979) and California State University at San Luis Obispo (B.S. University, 1976). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Kern County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serves clients in Bakersfield, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Stephen Michael Dake is a lawyer practicing probate, estate planning, business litigation and 3 other areas of law
- Stephen received a B.S. degree from California State University at San Luis Obispo in 1976, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Stephen practices at Law Offices of Dake, Braun & Monje, LLP in Bakersfield, CA
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An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
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Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
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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 Bakersfield 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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