Atty. Michael Sullivan
Michael Sullivan is a lawyer practicing construction law, business law, personal injury. Michael received a B.S. degree from San Diego State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 37 years.
Business Law & More Attorney · Serving San Diego, CA · 37+ Years Experience
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About Michael Sullivan at a Glance
Michael Sullivan is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Morris, Sullivan & Lemkul LLP. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on personal injury, business, and construction. Admitted to practice in California (1989) and Hawaii (1992). Educated at University of San Diego School of Law (J.D., 1988) and San Diego State University (B.S. Business, 1971). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Serves clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Sullivan
- Michael Sullivan is a lawyer practicing construction law, business law, personal injury
- Michael received a B.S. degree from San Diego State University in 1971, and has been licensed for 37 years
- Michael practices at Morris, Sullivan & Lemkul LLP in San Diego, CA
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Michael Sullivan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Sullivan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in San Diego.
Personal Injury in San Diego
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 Sullivan is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in San Diego
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael Sullivan is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Construction Law in San Diego
Michael Sullivan is one of 40,302 construction attorneys indexed nationally. Browse construction attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in San Diego
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 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 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 Diego Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a San Diego-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 Diego Choose Michael Sullivan
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 Sullivan's practice in the field of personal injury, business, and construction.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Sullivan brings 37+ 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 and Hawaii, Michael Sullivan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, business, and construction, Michael Sullivan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in San Diego
A San Diego-based practice means Michael Sullivan 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 Sullivan Handles in San Diego
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Sullivan 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 Sullivan directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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