Atty. Michael Gary Woods

Atty. Michael Gary Woods

Michael Gary Woods is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, employment, wrongful termination and 4 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Fresno State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years.

Fresno Fresno 53 yrs experience 53 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Gary Woods at a glance

Michael Gary Woods is a wrongful termination, sexual harassment, employment, litigation, and civil rights attorney based in Fresno, California. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Admitted to practice in California (1973). Educated at University of California at Davis (J.D., 1973) and Fresno State University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Associations Mr, Woods is a fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers since 2003 and a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates since 1985, and Labor and Employment Law Section), and State Bar of California (Labor and Employment Law Section, He is also a member of the Association of Business Trial Attorneys, Federal Bar Association. Serands clients in Fresno, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael Gary Woods is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, employment, wrongful termination and 4 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from Fresno State University in 1970, and has been licensed for 53 years
  • Michael practices in Fresno, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Gary Woods's Areas of Practice

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

Wrongful Termination

Michael Gary Woods is one of 6,921 wrongful termination attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful termination attorneys in California →

Sexual Harassment

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Employment Law

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

Michael Gary Woods is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Civil Litigation

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

Michael Gary Woods is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in California →

Civil Rights

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Michael Gary Woods is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in California →

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 Fresno 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 Gary Woods

Where is Michael Gary Woods's law office located?
Michael Gary Woods's law practice is located in Fresno, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Gary Woods handle?
Michael Gary Woods focuses on wrongful termination, sexual harassment, employment, litigation, civil rights. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Gary Woods practiced law?
Michael Gary Woods has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Michael Gary Woods go to law school?
Michael Gary Woods earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Michael Gary Woods for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Gary Woods directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael Gary Woods received?
Michael Gary Woods's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California at Davis
- 1973
B.A.
Fresno State University
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1973

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