Atty. Michael Thomas Smith
Michael Thomas Smith is a lawyer practicing business litigation, intellectual property litigation, unfair competition & trade secret litigation and 6 other areas of law. Michael received a B.A. degree from California State Polytechnic University in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 32+ Years Experience
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About Michael Thomas Smith at a Glance
Michael Thomas Smith is a personal injury, employment, business, ip, and class action attorney based in Los Angeles, California. They have 32+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1994. Admitted to practice in California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit registered to practice before U.S. Patent and Tradem (1994). Educated at Southwestern University School of Law (J.D., 1993) and California State Polytechnic University (B.A., 1989). Active member of State Bar of California. Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Thomas Smith
- Michael Thomas Smith is a lawyer practicing business litigation, intellectual property litigation, unfair competition & trade secret litigation and 6 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from California State Polytechnic University in 1989, and has been licensed for 32 years
- Michael practices in Los Angeles, CA
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Thomas Smith's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Thomas Smith handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Personal Injury in Los Angeles
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 Thomas Smith is one of 262,557 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in California →
Employment Law in Los Angeles
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael Thomas Smith is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in California →
Business & Corporate Law in Los Angeles
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael Thomas Smith is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in California →
Intellectual Property in Los Angeles
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
Michael Thomas Smith is one of 105,285 ip attorneys indexed nationally. Browse ip attorneys in California →
Class Action in Los Angeles
Michael Thomas Smith is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in California →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Los Angeles
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 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.
Los Angeles Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles Choose Michael Thomas Smith
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 Thomas Smith's practice in the field of personal injury, employment, business, ip, and class action.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Thomas Smith brings 32+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, employment, and business, Michael Thomas Smith can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Los Angeles
A Los Angeles-based practice means Michael Thomas Smith 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 Thomas Smith Handles in Los Angeles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Thomas Smith 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 Thomas Smith directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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