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Atty. Michael T. Gibbs

Atty. Michael T. Gibbs

Michael T. Gibbs is a lawyer practicing personal injury, auto accidents, brain injury and 10 other areas of law.

San Diego San Diego 49 yrs experience 49 year
Call (747) 226-5185 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Michael T. Gibbs at a glance

Michael T. Gibbs is a Partner based in San Diego, California, practicing at Gibbs & Fuerst, LLP. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, and business. Admitted to practice in California (1977), U.S. District Court, Southern District of California (1977), U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1990), and U.S. District Court, Central District of California (1999). Educated at University of Virginia School of Law (J.D., 1977) and University of Mississippi (B.B.A., 1974). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of San Diego County, Riverside County and American Bar Associations State Bar of California Defense Research Institute San Diego Defense Lawyers. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael T. Gibbs is a lawyer practicing personal injury, auto accidents, brain injury and 10 other areas of law
  • Michael T. received a B.B.A. degree from University of Mississippi in 1974, and has been licensed for 49 years
  • Michael T. practices at Gibbs & Fuerst, LLP in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

Michael T. Gibbs's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael T. Gibbs is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in California →

Wrongful Death

Michael T. Gibbs is one of 31,253 wrongful death attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wrongful death attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

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 T. Gibbs is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

Michael T. Gibbs is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →

Business & Corporate Law

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

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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 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 T. Gibbs

Where is Michael T. Gibbs's law office located?
Michael T. Gibbs's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Gibbs & Fuerst, LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael T. Gibbs handle?
Michael T. Gibbs focuses on car accidents, wrongful death, personal injury, employment, business. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Michael T. Gibbs practiced law?
Michael T. Gibbs has 49+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1977.
Where did Michael T. Gibbs go to law school?
Michael T. Gibbs earned their education at (J.D., 1977); (B.B.A., 1974).
How can I contact Michael T. Gibbs for a consultation?
You can contact Michael T. Gibbs 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 T. Gibbs received?
Michael T. Gibbs's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of Virginia School of Law
- 1977
B.B.A.
University of Mississippi
- 1974

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Central District of California
Admitted: 1999

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