San Francisco

Law Offices of Michael A. Maxey Jr.
P.O. Box 89
Sunol, CA 94586
(510) 754-2396
(510) 578-1315 fax
Michael@MichaelMaxey.com

Practice Areas

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Mr. Maxey understands that every client and every case is unique and he strives to find the best solution for your individual situation. In doing so, Mr. Maxey frequently utilizes mediation, arbitration, and settlement negotiations. These methods, which fall outside of the legal system are collectively referred to as ADR.

Mr. Maxey has extensive experience in ADR methods and finds that in many situations, it provides significant benefits to his clients. ADR often allows disputes to be resolved more quickly, imposes fewer costs than litigation, allows for greater confidentiality, and allows parties to have greater control over the resolution of the dispute.

Auto Accidents

Auto accidents are unexpected and traumatic. Dealing with the aftermath of one can be overwhelming. Depending upon the severity of the accident, individuals suffer damage to their personal property, loss of work, extensive medical bills, and potentially, long-term or permanent injury.

Mr. Maxey understands that being financially compensated for your losses is essential to your future health and well being. He has extensive experience with personal injury litigation and can help guide you through this process and ensure your rights are protected.

Business Litigation

Mr. Maxey represents a variety of businesses in matters. He understands the need for creative, practical, and cost-effective solutions to legal problems and has represented businesses both as plaintiffs and defendants. In keeping his clients’ business interests at the forefront of decisions, Mr. Maxey is experienced in alternative dispute resolution and often recommends this route to clients to reduce cost, save time, and allow for more creative solutions to legal problems.

Mr. Maxey’s previous business litigation experience includes:

  • ‪Breach of Contract
  • Unfair Competition Law (“UCL”)
  • Business & Professions Code section 17200
  • ‪Unfair Business Practices
  • Corporation/LLC Formation
  • Contracts & Other Transactions
  • Fraud
  • Product Liability
  • Incorporation /LLC / Partnerships

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation involves a dispute between two or more individuals or businesses. Civil litigation includes most non-criminal matters that come before a court such as breach of contract, personal injury, or landlord/tenant disputes. Mr. Maxey has experience representing clients in the pre-trial, trial and appeal phases of litigation. He can work with you to understand the process, negotiate with the opposing party, initiate litigation and represent you throughout your trial. Mr. Maxey also understands the value of alternative dispute resolution methods and can assist you with mediation, arbitration, and settlement negotiations.

Collections

Collections are a vital element of most client-based businesses and Mr. Maxey understands the importance of recovering outstanding debts in a timely and efficient manner. He can assist you with repossession and recovery of property, bank garnishments and writs of attachment.

Contracts

Mr. Maxey’s contracts practice revolves around the intricacies of business agreements. He can assist you in negotiating an agreement, help you enforce an agreement that has been breached or defend you if you are accused of breaching an agreement. He can also provide guidance regarding the nonperformance and termination of agreements. Mr. Maxey has extensive experience with alternative dispute resolution methods as well as experience litigating contract disputes.

Incorporation / LLC / Partnerships

Building a strong foundation for your business is essential to your future success. Mr. Maxey can assist in the formation of a variety of business entities including corporations, limited liability companies, and partnerships. His experience will help guide you through the process of selecting the best corporate form for your needs and ensuring that your business complies with all applicable statutes, regulations, and best business practices.

Landlord/Tenant Disputes

Mr. Maxey represents commercial and residential landlords and tenants. He can assist you in informally resolving disputes, with the unlawful detainer and eviction process, and other elements of the rental process such as deposits, disclosures, and repairs.

Personal Injury

After suffering a serious injury, seeking compensation is a complicated process. Mr. Maxey can guide you through that process and help you achieve just compensation. He has experience representing individuals with a variety of injuries – from those that are eventually fully overcome to those that are lifelong.

Mr. Maxey can help you with the following areas:

  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Nursing Home Negligence and Abuse
  • Defective Product Litigation
  • Construction Site Accidents
  • Slip and Fall Acidents
  • Dog Bite Attacks
  • On the Job Injuries
  • Intentional or Criminal Injury

Products Liability

Mr. Maxey’s products liability practice involves representing individuals who have suffered injuries related to dangerous or defective products. If you have been injured by a dangerous or defective product, you have likely incurred significant injury, loss of work, and medical expenses. Mr. Maxey can help you recoup your losses and be justly compensated for the injuries that you incurred.

Real Estate Litigation

Mr. Maxey represents individuals in a variety of areas related to real estate litigation. He applies his experience with both alternative dispute resolution and litigation to help you achieve the result you are seeking.

Mr. Maxey can assist you with:

  • Commercial and Residential Property Leases and Sales
  • Lender and Borrower Liability
  • Title Insurance
  • Boundary Disputes
  • Development and Property Management
  • Premises Liability

Small Claims Assistance and Advice

Navigating the small claims process can be a daunting task. Mr. Maxey can provide advice and assistance to individuals using the small claims courts and help you increase your chances of success.

Employment Claims

Mr. Maxey represents individuals in claims for unpaid wages and overtime and meal and rest break violations. He understands how important it is that individuals receive the compensation they are entitled to and the breaks that are provided by law. He can help you vindicate your rights and receive the compensation that you are entitled to.

Wrongful Death

The loss of a family member is an unimaginable tragedy. That loss is often even more tragic when it is the result of an accident caused by the negligence of another. While the period after a tragic death is incredibly difficult for family, it is also critical for any potential recovery because there is a stringent statute of limitations that may limit recovery if a case is not initiated within the mandated timeframe. Mr. Maxey can represent family members or other representatives of a decedent and assist in recovering monetary damages for the family or decedent’s estate.