Atty. Michael Mortimer
Michael Mortimer is a lawyer practicing employment law, personal injury, business law and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1981, and has been licensed for 34 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving San Francisco, CA · 34+ Years Experience
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About Michael Mortimer at a Glance
Michael Mortimer is a Business Litigation Grp. based in San Francisco, California. They have 34+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1992. Their practice focuses on contracts, personal injury, employment, business, and ip. Admitted to practice in U.S. District Court, Northern District of California (1992), California (1993), and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California (1993). Educated at University of Oregon (J.D., 1984) and University of California, Berkeley (A.B. Political, 1981). Serves clients in San Francisco, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Mortimer
- Michael Mortimer is a lawyer practicing employment law, personal injury, business law and 5 other areas of law
- Michael received a A.B. degree from University of California, Berkeley in 1981, and has been licensed for 34 years
- Michael practices in San Francisco, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Mortimer's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Mortimer handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Francisco.
Contracts in San Francisco
Michael Mortimer is one of 76,101 contracts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse contracts attorneys in California →
Personal Injury in San Francisco
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
Michael Mortimer is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Employment Law in San Francisco
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael Mortimer is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in San Francisco
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael Mortimer is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in San Francisco
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Michael Mortimer is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Francisco
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 San Francisco 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.
San Francisco Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Francisco-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 San Francisco Choose Michael Mortimer
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 Mortimer's practice in the field of contracts, personal injury, employment, business, and ip.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Mortimer brings 34+ 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 U.S. District Court, Northern District of California, California, and U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California, Michael Mortimer can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering contracts, personal injury, and employment, Michael Mortimer can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Francisco
A San Francisco-based practice means Michael Mortimer attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Michael Mortimer Handles in San Francisco
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Mortimer 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 Mortimer directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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