Atty. Steven Michels

Atty. Steven Michels

Steven Michels is a lawyer practicing business, criminal defense, estates and 4 other areas of law. Steven received a B.A. degree from Whitman College in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years.

Sunnyside Sunnyside 51 yrs experience 51 year
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About Steven Michels at a glance

Steven Michels is a Mun. Ct. J. based in Sunnyside, Washington. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on criminal defense, estate planning, business, government, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Washington (1975). Educated at Lewis and Clark College (J.D., 1974) and Whitman College (B.A., 1971). Serands clients in Sunnyside, WA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Steven Michels is a lawyer practicing business, criminal defense, estates and 4 other areas of law
  • Steven received a B.A. degree from Whitman College in 1971, and has been licensed for 51 years
  • Steven practices in Sunnyside, WA

Practice Areas Explained

Steven Michels's Areas of Practice

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

Criminal Defense

A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Steven Michels is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Washington →

Business & Corporate Law

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Government & Administrative Law

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Washington

Practicing law in Washington. Legal matters in Washington are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Sunnyside are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Washington state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Washington 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 Washington courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Steven Michels

Where is Steven Michels's law office located?
Steven Michels's law practice is located in Sunnyside, Washington. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Steven Michels handle?
Steven Michels focuses on criminal defense, estate planning, business, government, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Washington.
How long has Steven Michels practiced law?
Steven Michels has 51+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1975.
Where did Steven Michels go to law school?
Steven Michels earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1971).
How can I contact Steven Michels for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Lewis and Clark College
- 1974
B.A.
Whitman College
- 1971

Bar Admissions

Washington
Admitted: 1975

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