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Atty. Michael Ellis Gerst

Atty. Michael Ellis Gerst

Michael Ellis Gerst is a lawyer practicing litigation, advertising, commercial and 1 other area of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 17 yrs experience 17 year
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About Michael Ellis Gerst at a glance

Michael Ellis Gerst is a employment, business, litigation, and entertainment attorney based in Los Angeles, California. They have 17+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2009. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court for the Central District of California U.S. District Court for the Ea (2009). Educated at University of Southern California, Southern California Interdisciplinary Law Journal (J.D., 2009) and University of Pennsylvania (B.A., 2005). Active member of Memberships •Serves on the Los Angeles County Bar Association's Barristers Executive Committee •Serves on ABTL Young Lawyer's Division Advisory Board •Barristers liaison to the Litigation Section Executive Committee. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Michael Ellis Gerst is a lawyer practicing litigation, advertising, commercial and 1 other area of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Pennsylvania in 2005, and has been licensed for 17 years
  • Michael practices in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Ellis Gerst's Areas of Practice

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

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Business & Corporate Law

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

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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

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 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

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Where is Michael Ellis Gerst's law office located?
Michael Ellis Gerst's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Ellis Gerst handle?
Michael Ellis Gerst focuses on employment, business, litigation, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Ellis Gerst practiced law?
Michael Ellis Gerst has 17+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 2009.
Where did Michael Ellis Gerst go to law school?
Michael Ellis Gerst earned their education at (J.D., 2009); (B.A., 2005).
How can I contact Michael Ellis Gerst for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
University of Southern California, Southern California Interdisciplinary Law Journal
- 2009
B.A.
University of Pennsylvania
- 2005

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court for the Central District of California U.S. District Court for the Ea
Admitted: 2009

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