Michael focuses his practice on the defense of manufacturers against products liability and other major liability claims. His experience extends to all aspects of complex products litigation, including discovery, motion practice, trial, and alternative dispute resolution. His representations have involved significant work with mechanical engineers, accident re-constructionists, biomechanics, and other technical experts. Michael’s experience includes the defense of a variety of products including vehicles, elevators, escalators, electrical equipment, chemicals, home appliances, and agricultural equipment.
Admissions
- Idaho
- California
- U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Education
- J.D., Loyola Law School, 1996
- Dean’s List
- American Jurisprudence Award
- Entertainment Law Journal, Staff Writer 1994-1995, Editor 1995-1996
- M.A., Education/Curriculum, California State University, Dominguez Hills, 1994
- B.A., Psychology, University of California, Santa Cruz, 1992
Honors
- Super Lawyers® Rising Stars distinction
- Martindale-Hubble Peer Review Rating: BV