Atty. Michael Brian Garfinkel

Atty. Michael Brian Garfinkel

Michael Brian Garfinkel is a lawyer practicing litigation, business litigation, intellectual property litigation and 3 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 35 yrs experience 35 year
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About Michael Brian Garfinkel at a glance

Michael Brian Garfinkel is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Perkins Coie LLP. They have 35+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1991. Their practice focuses on business, ip, class action, litigation, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1991). Educated at University of California at Los Angeles (J.D., 1991) and University of Michigan (B.A., 1988). Active member of Beverly Hills, Los Angeles County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael Brian Garfinkel is a lawyer practicing litigation, business litigation, intellectual property litigation and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1988, and has been licensed for 35 years
  • Michael practices at Perkins Coie LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Brian Garfinkel's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Brian Garfinkel handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

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Class Action

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

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Jurisdictional Context

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Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael Brian Garfinkel

Where is Michael Brian Garfinkel's law office located?
Michael Brian Garfinkel's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Perkins Coie LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Brian Garfinkel handle?
Michael Brian Garfinkel focuses on business, ip, class action, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Brian Garfinkel practiced law?
Michael Brian Garfinkel has 35+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1991.
Where did Michael Brian Garfinkel go to law school?
Michael Brian Garfinkel earned their education at (J.D., 1991); (B.A., 1988).
How can I contact Michael Brian Garfinkel for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1991
B.A.
University of Michigan
- 1988

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1991

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