Lawyer Michael J. Haapala, graduated from California State Polytechnic University, B.S., Business Administration, Finance/Real Estate Law, cum laude, 1993; Western State University, J.D., with scholastic merit, 1996, is now employed by Des Jardins & Haapala at 333 City Boulevard West, Suite 1210 Orange, CA 92868.

While being a member of Orange County (Member, Family Law Section/Former Director at Large, Executive Committee) and American Bar Associations; State Bar of California., Michael J. Haapala is one of the more than one million lawyers in United States. Before choosing Michael J. Haapala as your lawyer, you should consider whether Michael J. Haapala offers free consultation, (if not) how much the initial interview costs, if there is any hidden attorney fees, what's the fee schedule, whether he or she has good community reputation and is able to provide a list of good references. You can also contact the Board of Professional Responsibility of the state bar, to find out if Michael J. Haapala has ever been placed under any disciplinary actions. Please be aware that, though Michael J. Haapala's office is located at Orange, CA, he or she might belong to the bar association of other states.

You should also ask how long the lawyer has been in practice, how much experience he or she has in cases like yours, and more importantly, the outcomes of those cases! Focus of the lawyer's practice and years of experience are also very important factors in your evaluation process. The more focused the lawyer's practice areas, the better service he or she could provide. So do not make decisions solely on one or two factors. Only hire lawyers you feel comfortable with as they will represent you and your interests, and you will be sharing private details about your life with them.

Michael J. Haapala has been admitted in 1996, California; 1999, U.S. District Court, Central District of California. His or her practice areas include Family Law.

Michael J. Haapala's college and law school education includes , California State Polytechnic University, B.S., Business Administration, Finance/Real Estate Law, cum laude, 1993; Western State University, J.D., with scholastic merit, 1996. Other biographical background includes Recipient, American Jurisprudence Awards. Member, Western State University Law Review. Author: "Premarital Agreements and the Waiver of Spousal Support," Orange County Lawyer, December, 1998. (Certified Specialist, Family Law, The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization). You should contact other lawyers and law firms nearby before choosing your legal representatives.

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