Michael Austin Hackard

Keith Davidson

Trusts lawyer | Mar 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Knowledgable, personable, and practical advice, these are the best qualities for any great lawyer, and Mike Hackard has them all."

Belan Wagner

Unknown lawyer | May 23

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have worked on and off with Mike Hackard for 25 years. He has a unique talent for ferreting out the essential core points of legal, business and generational planning issues. Once he has identified the issues, he thinks through various solutions and calls upon additional experts as needed in order to fully understand and present viable alternatives to the clients. I thoroughly enjoy working with Michael and have found him to be analytical, efficient, and thorough."

Tina Willis

Probate lawyer | May 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Hackard is one of the best probate lawyers in California. He has earned countless impressive awards over his long career, with many years of experience and success to his credit. But he remains very down-to-Earth, and fully committed to help each and every one of his clients achieve the best possible results in their cases. Mr. Hackard is also a true gentleman. Overall, highly recommended!"

Timothy Kalamaros

Probate lawyer | Mar 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Hackard advantages his clients with his knowledge and wisdom. In estate matters, experience trumps all, and he has it and puts it to work. I recommend him strongly to those seeking effective and distinguished representation."

David Jones

Business lawyer | Sep 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mike Hackard can get to the heart of a legal matter very quickly. Once there, he can choose an appropriate and effective approach to fight the matter. His experience shows in everything he does."

Meriam Hansen

Business lawyer | Aug 26

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse Mike Hackard."

Elizabeth Bynum

Business lawyer | Feb 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Mike is an expert in many fields of law: business, litigation, estate planning, real estate, and other areas. Mike is a pleasure to work with, as he has a genuine desire to help people and real empathy for the legal troubles he finds his clients in. He is also very good at engaging the other side on contentious matters, and often is able to come to a deal even with "difficult" personalities. Mike gets my highest endorsement."

Aristides Tzikas

Business lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have known Michael professionally, and personally, for over 20 years. Mike has consistently impressed me with his grasp of the problem and his commitment to his clients, as well as his dedication to examining the "business solutions" prior to committing to litigation. Mike is an extremely competent and ethical lawyer."

Keric Cushing

Unknown lawyer | Dec 18

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. I have had the great pleasure of working with Mike on matters involving mutual clients. He has the superior knowledge, skill, and experience that clients need--particularly when facing the uncertainties of litigation. He’s pragmatic and personable. Anytime a conflict arises with clients it is without hesitation that I refer them to Mike knowing that they will benefit from his sage advice."

Quinn Chevalier

Trusts lawyer | May 21

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Mike's experience and instincts have made a significant difference in several cases on which I have worked with him. In addition, he's diligent, thorough, and -- just as importantly -- compassionate. His clients definitely appreciate these attributes."

Steven Abrams

Business lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endore this lawyer. I have worked with Michael on various business matters, and when a conflict arises, I refer to him with knowledge he will handle the matter with competence. He has deep experience in business and real estate matters."

Steven Heller

Real estate lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is an excellent lawyer. I have known him for over 35 years, when we started out clerking together. He has high ethical standards. Mike is very knowledgeable in the law and is a well known California lawyer. He is client centered."

Michael Cavaliere

Trusts lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked with Mike on the formation of several trusts and limited liability companies. Working with Mike is truly a pleasure. Mike is always professional, well prepared for meetings and phone calls and very knowledgeable with the subject matter. Mike always responds to phone calls and emails on a timely basis. I would not hesitate to recommend Mike to a client or another attorney."

Michael Lane

Unknown lawyer | Jan 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mike Hackard heads an excellent law firm in the Greater Bay Area and Sacramento, where he offers first class services to "business families" on topics ranging from corporate formation to litigation to creative asset protection."