Atty. Tod Michael Ratfield

Atty. Tod Michael Ratfield

Tod Michael Ratfield is a lawyer practicing business law, labor and employment law, real estate law and 4 other areas of law. Tod received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1983, and has been licensed for 36 years.

Walnut Creek Walnut Creek 36 yrs experience 36 year
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Profile Summary

About Tod Michael Ratfield at a glance

Tod Michael Ratfield is a employment, business, real estate, construction, and litigation attorney based in Walnut Creek, California. They have 36+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1990. Admitted to practice in California (1990). Educated at John F. Kennedy University (J.D., 1990) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Serands clients in Walnut Creek, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Tod Michael Ratfield is a lawyer practicing business law, labor and employment law, real estate law and 4 other areas of law
  • Tod received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1983, and has been licensed for 36 years
  • Tod practices in Walnut Creek, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Tod Michael Ratfield's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Tod Michael Ratfield is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

Tod Michael Ratfield is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

Tod Michael Ratfield is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →

Construction Law

Tod Michael Ratfield is one of 40,689 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Tod Michael Ratfield is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

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 Walnut Creek 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 Tod Michael Ratfield

Where is Tod Michael Ratfield's law office located?
Tod Michael Ratfield's law practice is located in Walnut Creek, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Tod Michael Ratfield handle?
Tod Michael Ratfield focuses on employment, business, real estate, construction, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Tod Michael Ratfield practiced law?
Tod Michael Ratfield has 36+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1990.
Where did Tod Michael Ratfield go to law school?
Tod Michael Ratfield earned their education at (J.D., 1990); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Tod Michael Ratfield for a consultation?
You can contact Tod Michael Ratfield directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Tod Michael Ratfield received?
Tod Michael Ratfield's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D.
John F. Kennedy University
- 1990
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1983

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1990

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