Atty. Michael Goch
Michael Goch has practiced law in the State of California since his admission to the California Bar in November, 1978. He graduated cum laude (with honors) from Southwestern University School of Law in Los Angeles in May, 1978.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Woodland Hills, CA · 48+ Years Experience
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About Michael Goch at a Glance
Michael Goch is a Member based in Woodland Hills, California, practicing at Law Offices of Michael Goch A Professional Corporation. They have 48+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1978. Their practice focuses on business, ip, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation. Admitted to practice in California (1978), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1978), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1979), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1981). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Woodland Hills, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Goch
- Michael Goch has practiced law in the State of California since his admission to the California Bar in November, 1978
- He graduated cum laude (with honors) from Southwestern University School of Law in Los Angeles in May, 1978
- During law school, among the honors he obtained were the Corpus Juris Secundum Award for Significant Legal Scholarship, the American Jurisprudence Award for Criminal Law, inclusion in the Dean’s Honor List and recognition in Most Outstanding Young Men of America (1978) and Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities (1978)
- He successfully passed the California Bar Exam upon his first attempt
- He has been an associate with law firms, a litigation and corporate counsel, a partner in law firms and principal of his own law practice
- He is a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Association, San Fernando Valley Bar Association and Association of Trial Lawyers of America
- As a federal practitioner, Mr. Goch has been admitted to the United States District Court for the Central District of California since December, 1978, the United States District Court for the Northern District of California since April, 1979, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of California since December, 1981, and the United States District Court for the Southern District of California since June, 1996
- Mr. Goch has been admitted to practice before the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals since April, 1979
- Mr. Goch has been awarded an “AV” rating from Martindale Hubbell Law Directory
- Martindale Hubbell is generally regarded as the premier legal rating directory in the United States. “AV” is the highest rating bestowed by that organization, reflecting a legal ability rating from very high to preeminent and a general ethical standards rating of very high
- Mr. Goch is also included in Martindale-Hubbell’s Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
- Michael Goch will provide personal attention to each client from the initial interview through completion of representation
- This is important due to the fact that significant tactical decisions are made from the first day throughout the entire course of representation by the same attorney who will ultimately try the case
- This type of individualized attention cannot be provided by all law firms
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Goch's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Goch handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Woodland Hills.
Business & Corporate Law in Woodland Hills
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Intellectual Property in Woodland Hills
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Michael Goch is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Bankruptcy & Debt in Woodland Hills
A bankruptcy attorney can help you eliminate debt, stop creditor harassment, and protect your home through Chapter 7 or Chapter 13.
Michael Goch is one of 104,458 bankruptcy attorneys indexed nationally. Browse bankruptcy attorneys in California →
Creditor Rights & Collections in Woodland Hills
Michael Goch is one of 42,582 creditor rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse creditor rights attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Woodland Hills
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Woodland Hills
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 Woodland Hills 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.
Woodland Hills Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Woodland Hills-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 Woodland Hills Choose Michael Goch
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 Goch's practice in the field of business, ip, bankruptcy, creditor rights, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Goch brings 48+ 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, U.S. District Court, Central District of California, and U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, Michael Goch can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, ip, and bankruptcy, Michael Goch can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Woodland Hills
A Woodland Hills-based practice means Michael Goch attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Goch Handles in Woodland Hills
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Goch 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.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Michael Goch directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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