$ 550-550 per hour
Douglas Charles Michie
About Douglas
Biography
Doug Michie began his work life when he entered the military at age 17. After his honorable discharge from active duty he began college on the GI Bill, graduating from U.C. Davis with a B.S. in Biochemistry in June 1978.
Doug was then accepted into the rigorous law program at Pepperdine University. There he received his J.D., cum laude, in December 1980. He immediately began a legal career which included serving as an in-house counsel for Travelers Insurance Company and as a deputy district attorney for the County of Los Angeles. Ultimately he established his own law firm in March 1988.
Doug has extensive experience in legal matters and has represented thousands of clients. He has also worked on all nature of real estate matters, a background that is extremely helpful in working on matters involving real estate. He has earned the Certified Commercial Investment Member (CCIM) designation, making him very knowledgeable regarding commercial and investment real estate.
Recognizing the need for more diverse knowledge to better serve his clients, Doug took three years to complete additional professional studies. He began a full time master's degree program at Columbia University in New York in September 2000. He completed the program in May 2001. This was followed 16 months later at Texas A&M University where he earned his Ph.D. in Planning in August 2002. Meanwhile, in July 2002 he entered the highly rated M.B.A. program at the elite business school, IMD, in Lausanne, Switzerland, where he received his M.B.A. in November 2003.
In 2006 Doug became a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ as a means of better understanding financial issues regarding retirement assets and investments, Doug’s MBA educational background, as well as his financial planning knowledge, enhance his understanding of investment and real property financial issues.
Doug resides in the Oxnard Plain with his wife and children, where he is active in AYSO soccer, serving for the past 10 years as a referee and coach for age levels U8 to U12. He has served on the site council of Pierpont Elementary School, as a chamber member of the Ventura Chamber of Commerce and on the Board of Directors of the Capistrano Surfside Inn Timeshare Owners Association. He also served in the National Guard for over 20 years, ultimately retiring as a Captain in the California National Guard.
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Licensed in California for 44 years
State: California
Acquired: 1981
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Michie Law Firm
1056 E. Meta Street #103, Ventura, CA, 93001
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Posted by William | July 22, 2015 | Estate Planning
Friendly, Supportive and Highly Competent
Doug Michie is an extremely knowledgeable estate planning attorney whose first thought will always be to serve the best interests of his clients. As an estate planning attorney myself, I would feel very secure in recommending anyone to use his services.
Posted by Kassy | September 24, 2013 | Landlord & Tenant
AWESOME ATTORNEY WHO IS KNOWLEDGEABLE, ETHICAL, AND A TRUE ADVOCATE THAT GETS RESULTS!!!
If you need an awesome, ethical, honest, and cost effective attorney who is an advocate for the average lay person, then Doug Michie is the attorney you want to represent you!!! First, you will benefit greatly from Doug's years of experience which translate into an acute perception of what is truly ...
Douglas Charles Michie's Lawyer Endorsements
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"Doug is a tough litigator against lenders foreclosing on local properties. He understands the ins and outs of utilizing state courts to block illegal foreclosures."
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"Doug Michie demonstrates tremendous knowledge and experience in a wide variety of legal matters, particularly in real estate and debt collection. His responses on Avvo are thoughtful, articulate, and accurate. I have tremendous respect for his sound legal knowledge and ability to communicate that knowledge. He is a true asset to our legal community. It is my pleasure to endorse him."
"Doug is a hard charging attorney that loves what he does, protecting consumers and assisting them become debt free. Not just that, he really cares for her clients and is compassionate and understanding. He possesses the skills and knowledge required to litigate complex securitized transactions in bankruptcy. He shows a great understanding of bankruptcy law and how it can be applied to the best interests of his clients. You would be well served to use him as your bankruptcy attorney. Especially for real estate matters."
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"I endorse this lawyer's work. What can I say, experience, experience, experience. Doug has been there and done it and done it again. Many years of litigation, more degrees than have room on the wall, an engaging speaker, a keen mind, a pragmatic approach and yet nice guy. Go see him."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Doug's responses on Avvo indicate a real breadth of recommend his services for a case in Ventura. I would definitely recommend him for a real estate or trust matter in Ventura."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I read his answers to some of the questions and definitely feel comfortable endorsing him in the real estate and foreclosure areas."
"Doug exudes a confidence that is rooted in the wide scope of his experience in the legal arena. Not only is he thoroughly conversant with estate planning principles, but his knowledge of financial planning issues surpasses that of 90% of the lawyers I know. I am pleased to endorse him."
"I had the pleasure of spending time with Doug at the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys in Boston this past month. Doug has impressed me with his knowledge of estate planning and financial investments. His unique background and experience make him a person of great value to any potential client in this field."
"Doug is a trustworthy and skilled practitioner who always keeps his client's best interest in mind. I routinely recommend him to clients, friends and family for a variety of legal work in California."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. I know Doug Michie as a result of his involvement with the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys. Doug is a highly intelligent, assertive and dedicated attorney with a clear understanding of the law and how to use it to best serve his clients needs. Any client would be well served to have him as their legal counsel."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Doug has a concern for his clients and works to ensure their best interests. He is a member of the Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys and as such, has access to and utilizes those resources to provide his clients the best in representation."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Doug and and I attended the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys Boot Camp and Education Summit together and he has a tremendous grasp of legal concepts, can easily relate scenarios to issues and create equitable solutions for clients. He is a valuable tool for anyone looking to create a comprehensive wealth plan."
"Doug Michie is an exceptional lawyer who I have come to respect as an articulate contributor here on this listserv help site. His client's are fortuate to have him and his 30 years of experience. They are well served by his dedicated representation. I would happily recommend a client to use his services should they require a lawyer with his expertise. I endorse this lawyer's diligent work."
"I am familiar with Mr. Michie through his answers to questions on Avvo and a review of his credentials and website. Through these publications he has demonstrated depth and expertise in his several practice areas that make me confident that clients are well served in his care."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Michie shows a mastery of the law and a genuine willingness to help. His resume is impressive and I am certain he would be a valuable asset to any client."
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Experience
Honors
2022
Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell
2008
Certification # 1333543, Chartered Life Underwriter
2006
Certified Financial Planner, State Bar of California - Certified Specialist
2005
Certififcation #12529, Certified Commercial Investment Member
1980
JD awarded Cum Laude, Pepperdine University School of Law
1980
American Jurisprudence, Bancroft-Whitney
Work Experience
1988 - Present
Lawyer, Michie Law Firm
1986 - 1988
Associate Attorney, Fitzpatrick & Barbieri
1984 - 1985
Trial Attorney, David Schuman Law Offices
1983 - 1984
Deputy District Attorney, LA County District Attorney
1982 - 1983
Attorney, Travelers Insurance Company
1981 - 1982
Associate Attorney, Bodkin, McCarthy, Sargeant & Smith
Associations
2008 - Present
Leadership Academy Ventura ChamberAcademy Member
1981 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2015 - 2016
WealthCounselMember
2009 - 2015
Capistrano Surfside Inn HOABoard of Directors
2006 - 2010
Ventura Chamber of CommerceMember
1991 - 1993
Morro Bay Chamber of CommerceBoard of Directors
1991 - 1995
American Arbitration AssociationArbitrator
1983 - 1985
California Bear Credit UnionBoard of Directors
1982 - 1983
Southern Bear Credit UnionBoard of Directors
Sample of Legal Cases
MacDonald's vs. Harness
Ground Lease was Modified
Ramezany v. Yamada
$280,000 settlement for Plaintiff
Mcconaghy v. Portico Mobilehome Park
Case settled with $300,000 paid to Plaintiffs
Alvarez v. Gerry Baby Products
Settlement paid to Plaintiff
Harringer v. Gemmel
Jury Verdict in favor of Plaintiff
Marriage of Olsen
Successful Appeal
Alvarez v. Molina
Property deeded to client by step-brother
Education
2003
IMD Business School, University of Lausanne, Switzerland
MBA
2002
Texas A&M University
PhD - Doctorate
2001
Columbia University
MA - Masters
1980
Pepperdine University School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
1978
University of California - Davis
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2010
Ventura Chamber Ambassador Breakfast
Estate Planning for the Middle Class
2009
Ventura Leadership Conference
Financial Education in the Classroom
2009
Ventura Business Network Luncheon
Financial Services for Retirement
2001
Community Development Competition
Harlem Redevelopment Project
1996
Rotary Club
Unlawful Detainer Procedure
1994
National Drug Enforcement Interagency Council
Military Law and Law Enforcement Cooperation
Publications
2002
Proquest Information and Learning Company
A Comparison of State Statutory Law addressing the Placement of Manufactured Homes as Single family housing
2001
Comparison of Factory Built Housing
Columbia University Master Thesis
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
Q&A
Does a small estate affidavit need to be filed in a court in the state of California ?
28 Jul 2021
Q&A
In included in my mother's Living Trust , but was never given a "trustee notice" after my mother passed away in "2017".
27 Jan 2021
Q&A
What documents are needed to sell a jointly owned home to one of the other owners?
27 Jan 2021
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Post Foreclosure - Setting Aside the Trustee's Sale
16 Jun 2012
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No More Short Sale Deficiency Judgements
08 Aug 2011
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Purchase Money Loan Means NO Deficiency Upon Foreclosure
19 Feb 2011