Atty. Michael D. Singer
Michael D. Singer is a lawyer practicing class actions, wage and hour law, consumer and 4 other areas of law.
Class Actions & More Attorney · Serving San Diego, CA · 42+ Years Experience
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About Michael D. Singer at a Glance
Michael D. Singer is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Cohelan Khoury Singer. They have 42+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1984. Their practice focuses on employment, class action, wage & hour, construction, and consumer. Admitted to practice in California (1984) and Colorado (2001). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1984) and San Francisco State University (B.A. English, 1980). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of San Diego County and The Colorado Bar Associations State Bar of California. Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael D. Singer
- Michael D. Singer is a lawyer practicing class actions, wage and hour law, consumer and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from San Francisco State University in 1980, and has been licensed for 42 years
- Michael practices at Cohelan Khoury & Singer in San Diego, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael D. Singer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael D. Singer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Diego.
Employment Law in San Diego
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael D. Singer is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Class Action in San Diego
Michael D. Singer is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in California →
Wage & Hour Disputes in San Diego
Michael D. Singer is one of 4,887 wage & hour attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wage & hour attorneys in California →
Construction Law in San Diego
Michael D. Singer is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in California →
Consumer Protection in San Diego
Consumer protection attorneys for fraud, lemon law, debt harassment, and deceptive trade practices.
Michael D. Singer is one of 50,226 consumer attorneys indexed nationally. Browse consumer attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Diego
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 San Diego 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.
San Diego Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Diego-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 San Diego Choose Michael D. Singer
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. Singer's practice in the field of employment, class action, wage & hour, construction, and consumer.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael D. Singer brings 42+ 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 and Colorado, Michael D. Singer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, class action, and wage & hour, Michael D. Singer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Diego
A San Diego-based practice means Michael D. Singer 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. Singer Handles in San Diego
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael D. Singer has experience with under California law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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