Atty. Michael Kantor
Michael Kantor is a lawyer practicing agribusiness, banking & finance, emerging markets and 13 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1961, and has been licensed for 58 years.
Agribusiness & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 58+ Years Experience
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About Michael Kantor at a Glance
Michael Kantor is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Mayer Brown LLP. They have 58+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1968. Their practice focuses on business, m&a, litigation, government, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in Florida (1968), District of Columbia (1972), and California (1975). Educated at Georgetown University Law Center (J.D., 1968) and Vanderbilt University (B.A., 1961). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Activities Chair of the Center on Communication Leadership & Policy (present) Vision to Learn, Board Member (present) U, S, and -China Clean Tech Center, Honorable Advisory Committee Member (present) Member of the Mayor's Blue Ribbon Committee (present) Board of Advisors of Drug Strategies (present) L. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Kantor
- Michael Kantor is a lawyer practicing agribusiness, banking & finance, emerging markets and 13 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Vanderbilt University in 1961, and has been licensed for 58 years
- Michael practices at Mayer Brown LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location
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Michael Kantor's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Kantor handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
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Mergers & Acquisitions in Los Angeles
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Civil Litigation in Los Angeles
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Government & Administrative Law in Los Angeles
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
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Entertainment & Sports Law in Los Angeles
Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles Choose Michael Kantor
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 Kantor's practice in the field of business, m&a, litigation, government, and entertainment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Kantor brings 58+ 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 Florida, District of Columbia, and California, Michael Kantor can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, m&a, and litigation, Michael Kantor can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Michael Kantor attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael Kantor Handles in Los Angeles
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