Atty. Michael Gerard McGuinness

Atty. Michael Gerard McGuinness

Mr. Michael Gerard McGuinness is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, adversarial practice, antitrust & trade law and 3 other areas of law.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 38 yrs experience 38 year
Call (213) 516-4768 Book Appointment

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About Michael Gerard McGuinness at a glance

Michael Gerard McGuinness is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at O'Melveny & Myers LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on employment, business, appellate, and aviation. Admitted to practice in California (1988). Educated at Loyola Law School (J.D., 1987) and University of Washington B.A. magna cum laude University of Washington B.A. Phi Beta Kappa (—). Active member of Executive Committee, Labor & Employment section, Los Angeles County Bar Association. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Mr. Michael Gerard McGuinness is a lawyer practicing labor and employment, adversarial practice, antitrust & trade law and 3 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.A. degree from University of Washington, and has been licensed for 38 years
  • Michael practices at O'Melveny & Myers LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Gerard McGuinness's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Gerard McGuinness 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

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Appellate Practice

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Aviation 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 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

Common questions about Michael Gerard McGuinness

Where is Michael Gerard McGuinness's law office located?
Michael Gerard McGuinness's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is O'Melveny & Myers LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Gerard McGuinness handle?
Michael Gerard McGuinness focuses on employment, business, appellate, aviation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Gerard McGuinness practiced law?
Michael Gerard McGuinness has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Michael Gerard McGuinness go to law school?
Michael Gerard McGuinness earned their education at (J.D., 1987); (—).
How can I contact Michael Gerard McGuinness for a consultation?
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Education

J.D.
Loyola Law School
- 1987
University of Washington B.A. magna cum laude University of Washington B.A. Phi Beta Kappa
- In Progress

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1988

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