Atty. Michael Scott Umansky

Atty. Michael Scott Umansky

Michael Scott Umansky is a lawyer practicing corporate, emerging company & venture capital, mergers and acquisitions and 6 other areas of law. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years.

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About Michael Scott Umansky at a glance

Michael Scott Umansky is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practforg at Sheppard Mullin. They have 33+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1993. Their practice focuses on business, ip, m&a, and cannabis. Admitted to practice in California (1993). Educated at University of California, Berkeley (J.D. Associate, 1993) and University of California, Los Angeles (B.S., 1990). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of Judge and Sponsor, Memberships Board of Directors, Connect w/ San Diego Venture Group Board of Directors, Tech San Diego American Bar Association San Diego County Bar Association Tech Coast Angels Provisors - Host of Carmel Valley II UCSD Rady School of Management StartR. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

Über uns

  • Michael Scott Umansky is a lawyer practicing corporate, emerging company & venture capital, mergers and acquisitions and 6 other areas of law
  • Michael received a B.S. degree from University of California, Los Angeles in 1990, and has been licensed for 33 years
  • Michael practices at Sheppard Mullin in San Diego, CA and 1 other location

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Scott Umansky's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Scott Umansky 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.

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Intellectual Property

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

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

Mergers & Acquisitions

Michael Scott Umansky is one of 49,731 m&a attorneys indexed nationally. Browse m&a attorneys in California →

Cannabis & Marijuana Law

Cannabis attorneys for business licensing, regulatory compliance, and marijuana-related legal matters.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg 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 Diego 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 Scott Umansky

Where is Michael Scott Umansky's law office located?
Michael Scott Umansky's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Sheppard Mullin. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Scott Umansky handle?
Michael Scott Umansky focuses on business, ip, m&a, cannabis. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael Scott Umansky practiced law?
Michael Scott Umansky has 33+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1993.
Where did Michael Scott Umansky go to law school?
Michael Scott Umansky earned their education at (J.D. Associate, 1993); (B.S., 1990).
How can I contact Michael Scott Umansky for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael Scott Umansky received?
Michael Scott Umansky's notable recognition includes: Peer Reviewed.

Education

J.D. Associate
University of California, Berkeley
- 1993
B.S.
University of California, Los Angeles
- 1990

Awards

Peer Reviewed

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1993

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