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Atty. Michael J. Morillo

Atty. Michael J. Morillo

Michael J. Morillo focuses his practice on a range of government investigations, internal reviews, and strategic response matters, with a particular emphasis on anti-discrimination investigations and counseling.

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Profile Summary

About Michael J. Morillo at a glance

Michael J. Morillo is an attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practforg at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. Admitted to practice in California, The State Bar of California and New York, New York State Bar Association. Educated at Stanford University (J.D., 2015) and University of California - Los Angeles (BA, 2011). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America โ€” Civil Rights Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America โ€” Criminal Defense: White-Collar (2026), and Best Lawyers in America โ€” Government Relations Practice (2026). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile ยท Updated June 2026

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  • Michael J. Morillo focuses his practice on a range of government investigations, internal reviews, and strategic response matters, with a particular emphasis on anti-discrimination investigations and counseling
  • He represents a wide range of clientsโ€”including start-ups, major universities, financial institutions, and global technology companies

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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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Common questions about Michael J. Morillo

Where is Michael J. Morillo's law office located?
Michael J. Morillo's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
Where did Michael J. Morillo go to law school?
Michael J. Morillo earned their education at (J.D., 2015); (BA, 2011).
How can I contact Michael J. Morillo for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael J. Morillo receiandd?
Michael J. Morillo's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America โ€” Civil Rights Law; Best Lawyers in America โ€” Criminal Defense: White-Collar; Best Lawyers in America โ€” Government Relations Practice.

Education

J.D.
Stanford University
- 2015
BA
University of California - Los Angeles
- 2011

Awards

Best Lawyers in America โ€” Civil Rights Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America โ€” Criminal Defense: White-Collar
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America โ€” Government Relations Practice
- 2026

Bar Admissions

California, The State Bar of California
New York, New York State Bar Association

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