Atty. Michael Drury

Atty. Michael Drury

Michael Drury is a partner of McCloskey, Waring & Waisman LLP. His practice focuses on complex civil litigation, including commercial and business litigation, disabled access litigation, employment law and insurance coverage litigation.

San Diego San Diego 31 yrs experience 31 year
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About Michael Drury at a glance

Michael Drury is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at McCloskey, Waring, Waisman & Drury LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on business, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in California (1995). Educated at University of San Diego (J.D. University, 1995) and University of Notre Dame B.A. (—). Active member of San Diego County Bar Association State Bar of California. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael Drury is a partner of McCloskey, Waring & Waisman LLP. His practice focuses on complex civil litigation, including commercial and business litigation, disabled access litigation, employment law and insurance coverage litigation
  • Mr. Drury practiced for many years at the National law firms of Greenberg Traurig and Arter & Hadden
  • Mike represents clients in a broad range of commercial and real estate lawsuits, including breach of contract and collection claims, shipping disputes, lease negotiations and partnership disputes
  • Mr. Drury's practice also focuses on advising and counseling insurance companies with respect to insurance coverage and representing insurance companies in coverage litigation involving construction claims, breach of contract claims, workers compensation coverage and bad faith claims
  • Mr. Drury has successfully litigated numerous inter-carrier disputes involving primary/excess coverage, additional insured coverage and contribution, indemnity and subrogation claims
  • Mr. Drury also represents employers in all aspects of labor and employment law
  • He has represented various public entities against claims of disability discrimination by public employees and union members
  • Mr. Drury also advises clients regarding workplace policies and procedures, including accommodating disabilities and modifying job duties as requested
  • Mike has significant experience representing management in a wide array of employment litigation, including arbitration and mediation with respect to claims arising from wrongful termination, sexual harassment, and age, race and disability discrimination
  • He has also defended fitness centers, grocery stores, developers, retail establishments and public entities against disabled access claims under both Title II and Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as the Unruh Act and California Disabled Persons Act
  • Mike was lead trial counsel in two separate cases tried to verdict in California
  • The first case was a Title II ADA claim filed against a large Southern California City pertaining to accessibility issues with sidewalks and curb ramps throughout the City
  • The case was tried in the Central District Court of California
  • The second trial took place in San Diego Superior Court and focused on claims for breach of contract, fraud, quantum merit and unjust enrichment arising from a public works contract issued by the City of San Diego

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Drury's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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Product Liability

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Civil Litigation

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Insurance Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

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 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 Drury

Where is Michael Drury's law office located?
Michael Drury's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is McCloskey, Waring, Waisman & Drury LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Drury handle?
Michael Drury focuses on business, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Drury practiced law?
Michael Drury has 31+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1995.
Where did Michael Drury go to law school?
Michael Drury earned their education at (J.D. University, 1995); (—).
How can I contact Michael Drury for a consultation?
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Education

J.D. University
University of San Diego
- 1995
University of Notre Dame B.A.
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1995

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