Barkley Michael J is a dedicated attorney, certified public accountant (inactive), and former U.S. Navy serviceman with a strong commitment to progressive legal and political advocacy. With a background that spans law, accounting, computer programming, and ranching, he brings a uniquely interdisciplinary perspective to his practice. His candidacy for Congress underscores his deep engagement with legislative and policy issues affecting individuals, workers, and communities.
His approach is rooted in identifying systemic problems, listening to constituents, and devising actionable legislative solutions. He focuses on a wide array of social, economic justice, and regulatory matters, advocating for reforms in labor rights, healthcare, immigration, tax policy, and environmental protection. His practice is characterized by a strong emphasis on humanizing legal and policy frameworks to better serve vulnerable and underserved populations.
Services Offered
- Legal advocacy and representation
- Legislative policy development and analysis
- Labor rights and union advocacy
- Immigration law assistance, including Dream Act and family reunification support
- Tax law consultation and reform advocacy
- Healthcare policy and Medicare for All advocacy
- Environmental law and conservation advocacy
- Voting rights and election law protection
- Consumer financial protection and foreclosure prevention
- Veterans’ rights and benefits advocacy
- Education policy and student loan reform
- Civil rights and anti-discrimination legal support
- Workers’ compensation and workplace safety advocacy
- Infrastructure and public works policy development
- Gun control and firearm regulation advocacy
His advocacy extends to residents of California’s Congressional District 5, including Amador, Calaveras, Tuolumne, Mariposa, and portions of El Dorado, Stanislaus, Madera, and Fresno Counties. Fluent in English, he leverages his veteran status, CPA background, and technical expertise to offer well-rounded legal and policy guidance.
