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.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Bakersfield, CA · 47+ Years Experience
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About Stephen Michael Dake at a Glance
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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About 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
- Stephen practices at Law Offices of Dake, Braun & Monje, LLP in Bakersfield, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Stephen Michael Dake's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Michael Dake handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Bakersfield.
Trusts in Bakersfield
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Probate in Bakersfield
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Estate Planning & Probate in Bakersfield
An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.
Stephen Michael Dake is one of 224,789 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Bakersfield
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Stephen Michael Dake is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Real Estate Law in Bakersfield
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Stephen Michael Dake is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Bakersfield
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.
Bakersfield Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Bakersfield-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Bakersfield Choose Stephen Michael Dake
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Stephen Michael Dake's practice in the field of trusts, probate, estate planning, business, and real estate.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephen Michael Dake brings 47+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California, U.S. District Court, Eastern and Central Districts of California, and U.S. Tax Court, Stephen Michael Dake can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering trusts, probate, and estate planning, Stephen Michael Dake can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Bakersfield
A Bakersfield-based practice means Stephen Michael Dake attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Stephen Michael Dake Handles in Bakersfield
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