Needing a lawyer is like needing a surgeon - you wish you didn't. But when you do need a surgeon, or a lawyer, you want someone with three key traits: experience, intelligence, and integrity. Experience because it takes time to get good at something complicated. Intelligence because every case presents unique challenges.
Integrity because you're putting yourself in someone else's hands, and you need to feel comfortable. Davis civil litigation attorney Michael A. Schaps has over thirteen years' experience successfully handling a wide range of civil trial and appellate matters. Mr. Schaps received bachelor's and master's degrees from Stanford and a law degree from U.C. Berkeley, where he finished near the top of his class.
Integrity because you're putting yourself in someone else's hands, and you need to feel comfortable. Davis civil litigation attorney Michael A. Schaps has over thirteen years' experience successfully handling a wide range of civil trial and appellate matters. Mr. Schaps received bachelor's and master's degrees from Stanford and a law degree from U.C. Berkeley, where he finished near the top of his class.
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Exoneration of U.C. Davis student falsely accused of sexual misconduct in violation of Title IX. Return of minor child to mother's custody at detention hearing after improper CPS intervention. Six-figure verdict for plaintiffs and defeat of all cross claims after two-week jury trial in breach of contract and fraud case.
I feel extremely fortunate to have met Mike and even more so to have been represented by him in a complex disability lawsuit. He took my case on knowing it was an uphill battle, but his strategic approach, legal acumen, excellent communication skills and overall tenacity brought my case to a close with a best case scenario ending.
The Schaps Law Office obtains favorable mid-trial settlement for plaintiff in financial elder abuse case. The Schaps Law Office successfully represents U.C. Davis undergraduate falsely accused of violating Title IX. The Schaps Law Office and the Law Office of Stewart Katz settle wrongful death case against El Dorado County and California Pacific Medical Group for $1,050,000.
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James K.
Feb 20, 2021
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Nobody wants the services of a personal injury attorney (as that means you've been injured), and while Mike does litigate other types of cases, I needed his help after my car was totaled by a distracted driver here in Davis.
After the accident I was honestly lost. My long term injuries were mental, in addition to some physical, and there are attorneys that are callous towards mental injuries. In fact I was mocked by an attorney in Sacramento. On the other hand Mike was extremely compassionate and understanding.
I retained Mike after our first in person meeting (this was in the pre-covid
After the accident I was honestly lost. My long term injuries were mental, in addition to some physical, and there are attorneys that are callous towards mental injuries. In fact I was mocked by an attorney in Sacramento. On the other hand Mike was extremely compassionate and understanding.
I retained Mike after our first in person meeting (this was in the pre-covid
J. H.
Jul 10, 2019
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Michael Schaps is an excellent attorney. During the litigation process, he proved to be very knowledgeable and understanding. Mike clearly explained the steps that he would take and kept me informed throughout the litigation process. He is a skillful negotiator and was able to quickly obtain a satisfactory settlement. If I am in need of an attorney, I won't hesitate to contact Mike as he is someone I can trust to provide exceptional legal services.
Garett Carlson
May 17, 2019
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