About Michael Edward
Michael Edward Lonich is an attorney specializing in family law, estate planning, and probate matters. He was admitted to the State Bar of California on December 3, 1982, and is currently the Managing Partner at Lonich Patton Ehrlich Policastri, PC. His practice encompasses a variety of legal services, including divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, and estate administration.
Lonich earned his Juris Doctor from Pepperdine University School of Law in 1981 and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in History and Sociology from the University of San Francisco, obtained in 1977. His academic background has provided a solid foundation for his legal career, enabling him to address complex legal issues effectively.
His areas of expertise include family law, where he handles divorce, custody, and support matters, as well as estate planning, which involves drafting wills and trusts. Additionally, he is experienced in probate and estate administration, business law, and various legal stages such as trials, mediation, and arbitration.
Throughout his career, Lonich has been actively involved in the legal community and has served as a temporary judge and on arbitration panels for the Santa Clara County Superior Court. He is admitted to practice before all California courts and several federal courts, including the U.S. District Courts for the Northern, Central, and Southern Districts of California, as well as the Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals.
Lonich is a member of several professional organizations, including the Better Business Bureau and the Santa Clara County Bar Association. He has received recognition as a Super Lawyer from 2019 to 2026 and holds an AV Preeminent Rating from Martindale-Hubbell. His commitment to the community and legal profession is evident through his various memberships and active participation in legal panels.
