Michael Monroe Kellogg Sebree
Fitzgerald, Abbott & Beardsley LLP • Oakland, CA
Mergers AcquisitionsGeneral PracticePersonal InjuryReal EstateTax
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Contact
Email
Phone
(510) 571-2810
Address
1221 Broadway, Oakland, CA, 94612-1823, US
Professional
About
Michael Monroe Kellogg Sebree is a distinguished partner and co-chair of the Business & Corporate Transactions Group at Fitzgerald, Abbott & Beardsley LLP in Oakland, CA. With a wealth of expertise in Mergers and Acquisitions, Michael serves as General Counsel for a diverse array of local and regional businesses. His practice encompasses comprehensive business advisory services, including entity formation, thorough contract and lease reviews, and the meticulous interpretation, drafting, and negotiation of business contracts. Michael's proficiency extends to complex transactions involving mergers and acquisitions, asset and stock purchases, and the intricate landscape of employee benefit and stock option plans. He adeptly navigates the duties of corporate officers and directors, ensuring compliance and enforceability of covenants not to compete, as well as trade secret and non-solicitation agreements. His strategic approach to business succession and tax planning has earned him the trust of numerous clients seeking to secure their companies' futures. In addition to his corporate expertise, Michael has successfully mediated and negotiated resolutions for multiple closely held companies and their shareholders embroiled in internal disputes. His deep understanding of corporate finance, particularly in private placements and exempt offerings, positions him as a valuable resource for clients seeking venture capital and angel investor financing. Michael's extensive experience in real estate law further enhances his practice, as he adeptly handles all facets of real property transactions. From negotiating and drafting industrial, office, and shopping center leases to managing real property purchase and sale agreements, his contributions to the field have been recognized; he was honored as a "2013 Top Lawyer in Real Estate" by Martindale-Hubbell™. With a passion for delivering tailored legal solutions, Michael Monroe Kellogg Sebree is committed to guiding his clients through the complexities of business law, ensuring they achieve their strategic objectives in an ever-evolving marketplace.
About Mergers Acquisitions Law
M&A attorneys handle complex business transactions including mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. They guide companies through due diligence and deal structuring. Common matters include mergers, acquisitions, due diligence, deal structuring.
Credentials
Education
1989 University of Washington School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1986 California State University, California Polytechnic State University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2013 AV® Preeminent® 5.0 out of 5 Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2013 2013 Top Rated Lawyer in Real Estate, Martindale-Hubbell™ and American Lawyer Media 2012 All-In Leadership Award, Inner City Advisors
Publications
2013 Fablaw: In the News New California LLC Act Arrives January 1, 2014 2010 FAB Law Flash Small Business Jobs Act Creates Tax Saving Opportunities 2009 FAB Law Flash Director's Rights During a Business "Divorce" May Not Be Absolute 2000 Oakland Business Review Is Your Company's Web Site Free of Legal Bugs? 2000 The Recorder East of Eden, Contra Costa and Alameda Firms Are Getting Their Share of the Technology Pie
Associations
1989 - Present Alameda County Bar Association Member 1989 - Present San Francisco Intellectual Property Law Association Member 1989 - Present California Society for Healthcare Attorneys Member 1989 - Present American Health Lawyers Association Member 1989 - Present American Bar Association Member
Speaking
2012 Legal Concepts for Entrepreneurs The Corporate "Prenup" 2010 Seminar Series Corporate Issues for Entrepreneurs 2010 Seminar Series Family Limited Partnerships and Limited Liability companies N/A Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) programs Counseling for Entrepreneurs and Start-Up and Established Small Businesses
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Updated: Jun 09, 2026