Atty. Michael D. Scully
Michael D. Scully is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, commercial litigation, employment law and 4 other areas of law.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 38+ Years Experience
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About Michael D. Scully at a Glance
Michael D. Scully is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on personal injury, employment, business, real estate, and commercial re. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1988) and Illinois (2021). Educated at Ohio State University College of Law (J.D., 1988) and Ohio University B.A. Journalism and Political Science Ohio University B.A. cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael D. Scully
- Michael D. Scully is a lawyer practicing commercial real estate, commercial litigation, employment law and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Ohio University, and has been licensed for 38 years
- Michael practices at Gordon Rees Scully Mansukhani, LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 2 others locations
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Michael D. Scully's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael D. Scully handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Personal Injury in Los Angeles
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Employment Law in Los Angeles
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael D. Scully is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael D. Scully is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Real Estate Law in Los Angeles
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Michael D. Scully is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in California →
Commercial Real Estate in Los Angeles
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 venue, 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Los Angeles Choose Michael D. Scully
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael D. Scully's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, business, real estate, and commercial re.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael D. Scully brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and Illinois, Michael D. Scully can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and business, Michael D. Scully can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Michael D. Scully attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael D. Scully Handles in Los Angeles
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