Atty. Michael Masuda

Atty. Michael Masuda

Mr. Masuda specializes in civil litigation, trial and appellate practice, arbitration and mediation.

Monterey Monterey 45 yrs experience 45 year
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Appellate Practice & More Attorney · Serving Monterey, CA · 45+ Years Experience

Profile Summary

About Michael Masuda at a Glance

Michael Masuda is a Shareholder based in Monterey, California, practicing at Noland, Hamerly, Etienne & Hoss A Professional Corporation. They have 45+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1981. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, car accidents, wills, discrimination, and trusts. Admitted to practice in North Dakota (1981), Minnesota (1981), California (1989), and U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Courts, Northern, Eastern, Central and Southern Districts of Califo (1992). Educated at University of North Dakota (J.D., 1981) and University of North Dakota (B.A., 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Monterey, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated October 2026

About Michael Masuda

  • Mr. Masuda specializes in civil litigation, trial and appellate practice, arbitration and mediation
  • Mr. Masuda holds the highest rating, "AV”, from Martindale-Hubbell
  • Services to Clients Mr. Masuda has tried over 85 cases before juries and judges in both state and federal courts throughout California where he has obtained numerous million dollar plus verdicts and settlements, including a Daily Journal Top 100 Verdicts in 2009
  • Professor of Law, Monterey College of Law, 1987—
  • Adjunct Professor, Chapman University, 1998-1999
  • He has also lectured at the University of California, Santa Cruz, California State University, Monterey Bay, and the U.S
  • Naval Postgraduate School; Coach to various high schools students in mock trials
  • Winner of the 2013 Lewis L. Fenton Award for Excellence In Advocacy by the Monterey County Bar Association and selected to the 2014 Northern California Super Lawyers list

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Masuda's Areas of Legal Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Masuda handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Monterey.

Wrongful Termination in Monterey

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Car Accidents in Monterey

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Wills in Monterey

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Workplace Discrimination in Monterey

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Trusts in Monterey

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Jurisdictional Context

Why Local Counsel Matters in Monterey

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 Monterey 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.

Monterey Courts and Legal Process

Choosing a Monterey-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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Frequently Asked

Common Questions About Michael Masuda

Where is Michael Masuda's law office located?
Michael Masuda's law practice is located in Monterey, California. The firm is Noland, Hamerly, Etienne & Hoss A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Masuda handle?
Michael Masuda focuses on wrongful termination, car accidents, wills, discrimination, trusts. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Masuda practiced law?
Michael Masuda has 45+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1981.
Where did Michael Masuda go to law school?
Michael Masuda earned their education at (J.D., 1981); (B.A., 1978).
How can I contact Michael Masuda for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Masuda received?
Michael Masuda's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Professional Profile

Why Clients in Monterey Choose Michael Masuda

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 Masuda's practice in the field of wrongful termination, car accidents, wills, discrimination, and trusts.

Decade-Tested Legal Experience

Michael Masuda brings 45+ 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 North Dakota, Minnesota, and California, Michael Masuda can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.

Broad Practice Area Coverage

Covering wrongful termination, car accidents, and wills, Michael Masuda can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.

Local Presence in Monterey

A Monterey-based practice means Michael Masuda 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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Michael Masuda's Practice Areas & Specializations

Appellate Practice Civil Litigation Construction Law Accidents Age Discrimination In Employment Americans with Disabilities Act Automobile Accidents Bicycle Accidents Bodily Injury Boundary Disputes Brain Injury Bus Accidents Catastrophic Injury Civil Appeals Civil Liability Complex Litigation Confidentiality Agreements Contested Trusts And Estates Contested Wills Contract Litigation Covenants Not To Compete Defamation Defense Litigation Dog Bites Easements Elder Abuse Elder Rights Employee Discipline Employer Liability Employment Arbitration Employment At Will Employment Breach Of Contract Employment Civil Rights Employment Claims Employment Defense Employment Disability Discrimination Employment Discrimination Employment Law Employment Litigation Employment Termination Equal Employment Opportunity Law Estate Litigation Fair Employment Practices Federal Civil Litigation Federal Litigation Fiduciary Litigation First Amendment Law Freedom Of Information Freedom Of Religion Harassment Head Injury Human Resources Law Insurance Law Intentional Torts Libel And Slander Libel Defense Libel Slander and Defamation Media And First Amendment Media Libel Motor Vehicle Accidents Motorcycle Accidents National Origin Discrimination Negligence Negligence Defense Negligent Hiring Noncompete Litigation Noncompetition And Non Solicitation Agreements Pedestrian Injuries Personal Injury Appeals Personal Injury Defense Plaintiffs Personal Injury Premises Liability Defense Premises Security Psychological Injury Quiet Title Real Estate Litigation Rental Vehicle Litigation Restrictive Covenants Retaliatory Discharge School Bus Accidents Severe Burns Sexual Abuse Sexual Harassment Slip and Fall Spinal Injury Third Party Wrongful Death Title VII Discrimination Tort Defense Tort Liability Traumatic Brain Injury Trial Practice Trust Litigation Wage and Hour Law Whistleblower Litigation Wrongful Death Wrongful Termination Wrongful Termination Defense

Education & Law School Background

J.D.
University of North Dakota
- 1981
B.A.
University of North Dakota
- 1978

Awards & Professional Honors

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions & Licensed Jurisdictions

North Dakota
Admitted: 1981
Minnesota
Admitted: 1981
California
Admitted: 1989
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. District Courts, Northern, Eastern, Central and Southern Districts of Califo
Admitted: 1992

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