Atty. Michael McCarthy
Michael McCarthy is a lawyer practicing errors and omissions defense, employment litigation, commercial litigation. Michael received a B.B.A. degree from Loyola Marymount University of Los Angeles in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years.
Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Encino, CA · 47+ Years Experience
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About Michael McCarthy at a Glance
Michael McCarthy is a employment, business, and litigation attorney based in Encino, California, practicing at Nemecek And Cole A Professional Corporation. They have 47+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1979. Admitted to practice in California (1979), U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1980), and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1980). Educated at Valley University (J.D., 1979) and Loyola Marymount University of Los Angeles (B.B.A. Finance, 1972). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California (Member, Sections on: Litigation) American Bar Association Association of Southern California Defense Counsel Defense Research Institute Professional Liability Underwriter's Society. Serves clients in Encino, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael McCarthy
- Michael McCarthy is a lawyer practicing errors and omissions defense, employment litigation, commercial litigation
- Michael received a B.B.A. degree from Loyola Marymount University of Los Angeles in 1972, and has been licensed for 47 years
- Michael practices at Nemecek & Cole A Professional Corporation in Encino, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael McCarthy's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael McCarthy handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Encino.
Employment Law in Encino
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in Encino
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael McCarthy is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Civil Litigation in Encino
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 Encino
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 Encino 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.
Encino Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Encino-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 Encino Choose Michael McCarthy
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 McCarthy's practice in the field of employment, business, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael McCarthy brings 47+ 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. District Court, Northern District of California, Michael McCarthy can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and litigation, Michael McCarthy can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Encino
A Encino-based practice means Michael McCarthy 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 McCarthy Handles in Encino
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael McCarthy 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 McCarthy directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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