Professor Dr. Michael Bracamontes

Biography

Michael Bracamontes is a Lecturer at UC Berkeley Law, where he teaches Housing Litigation Policy. He has a robust civil practice as a plaintiff's attorney, representing individuals in landlord-tenant disputes, employment issues, personal injury claims, and civil rights matters. Mr. Bracamontes has a proven track record in handling cases related to unsafe living conditions, including mold and lack of essential services, as well as employment discrimination based on race, ethnicity, pregnancy, and gender. His expertise extends to sexual harassment cases and personal injuries resulting from incidents such as carbon monoxide poisoning and police brutality. He has contributed to various legal seminars and workshops, emphasizing labor rights and housing issues, and has been involved with organizations like California Rural Legal Assistance. Mr. Bracamontes obtained his Juris Doctor degree from Berkeley Law in 2005 and has been active in student organizations and legal clinics during his academic career. He also serves on boards for consumer advocacy groups and as a contributing author for the California Eviction Defense Manual.

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