Atty. Michael S. Sherman

Atty. Michael S. Sherman

Michael S. Sherman is a lawyer practicing business, corporate & securities, intellectual property and 9 other areas of law.

Los Angeles Los Angeles 55 yrs experience 55 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael S. Sherman at a glance

Michael S. Sherman is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Reed Smith LLP. They have 55+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1971. Their practice focuses on business, ip, and entertainment. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1971), New Jersey (1992), and Pennsylvania (1992). Educated at Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California (J.D., 1970) and University of California at Los Angeles (A.B., 1967). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael S. Sherman is a lawyer practicing business, corporate & securities, intellectual property and 9 other areas of law
  • Michael received a A.B. degree from University of California at Los Angeles in 1967, and has been licensed for 55 years
  • Michael practices at Reed Smith LLP in Los Angeles, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael S. Sherman's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

Michael S. Sherman is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →

Intellectual Property

IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.

Michael S. Sherman is one of 106,079 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →

Entertainment & Sports Law

Entertainment lawyers for music, film, sports contracts, talent representation, and IP licensing.

Michael S. Sherman is one of 45,946 entertainment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse entertainment attorneys in California →

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 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 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 S. Sherman

Where is Michael S. Sherman's law office located?
Michael S. Sherman's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Reed Smith LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael S. Sherman handle?
Michael S. Sherman focuses on business, ip, entertainment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael S. Sherman practiced law?
Michael S. Sherman has 55+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1971.
Where did Michael S. Sherman go to law school?
Michael S. Sherman earned their education at (J.D., 1970); (A.B., 1967).
How can I contact Michael S. Sherman for a consultation?
You can contact Michael S. Sherman 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 S. Sherman received?
Michael S. Sherman's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Boalt Hall School of Law, University of California
- 1970
A.B.
University of California at Los Angeles
- 1967

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1971
New Jersey
Admitted: 1992
Pennsylvania
Admitted: 1992

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