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
Call (844) 584-3812 Book Appointment

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. Serands clients in Monterey, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • 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 Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Masuda handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wrongful Termination

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Car Accidents

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Wills

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Workplace Discrimination

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Trusts

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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 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 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 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?
You can contact Michael Masuda directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Michael Masuda received?
Michael Masuda's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Practice Areas

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

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

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

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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