About Michael Ralph
Michael Ralph Notaro is a licensed attorney admitted to practice law in the State of California. He was admitted to the California State Bar in December 2005. His license is currently in active status. Mr. Notaro is the founder and principal attorney at Notaro Law Group, a law firm based in Alameda, California. The firm specializes in real estate law, offering services to clients throughout the Alameda area and the broader San Francisco Bay Area.
Mr. Notaro earned his Juris Doctor degree from Golden Gate University School of Law. Prior to his legal education, he completed his undergraduate studies at the University of California, Berkeley, where he majored in political economy and was the graduation speaker for his senior class. During his time at Berkeley, he was also a member of the water polo team. This academic background has provided him with a strong foundation in both legal principles and economic analysis.
Mr. Notaro's practice areas include real estate law, arbitration, and business law. He handles a variety of cases, such as landlord-tenant disputes, transactional disputes, title issues, and property nondisclosure claims. His work encompasses all stages of legal proceedings, including litigation, arbitration, and negotiations. He is adept at building rapport with clients and opposing parties, facilitating effective dispute resolution.
Throughout his career, Mr. Notaro has gained extensive experience in real estate law, having sold or leased over half a billion dollars in office, industrial, retail, and residential real estate. He is admitted to practice in all California state and federal courts, including the Supreme Court of California, the California Courts of Appeals, the Superior Courts of California, and the United States District Courts in Northern California. This broad range of court admissions allows him to represent clients in various legal forums effectively.
Mr. Notaro is an active member of the Republican National Lawyers Association. He is also a certified professional mediator, handling disputes involving real estate, construction, business, and commercial matters. His extensive real estate experience is complemented by a warm, engaging personal style that uncovers vital interests, promotes mutual understanding, and leads to win-win settlements. He is fluent in English and Spanish, enabling him to serve a diverse clientele effectively.
