Atty. Michael Walther
Michael Walther is a lawyer practicing antitrust and trade regulation, electronic discovery and information law, energy and infrastructure and 5 other areas of law. Michael received a degree from Friedrich Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years.
Antitrust and Trade Regulation & More Attorney · Serving Los Angeles, CA · 39+ Years Experience
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About Michael Walther at a Glance
Michael Walther is a Partner based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Gibson Dunn And Crutcher Llp. They have 39+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1987. Their practice focuses on ip, white collar, litigation, energy, and internet. Admitted to practice in Germany (1987). Educated at Friedrich Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg (Law Degree, 1984). Serves clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael Walther
- Michael Walther is a lawyer practicing antitrust and trade regulation, electronic discovery and information law, energy and infrastructure and 5 other areas of law
- Michael received a degree from Friedrich Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg in 1984, and has been licensed for 39 years
- Michael practices at Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP in Los Angeles, CA and 1 other location
Practice Areas Explained
Michael Walther's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael Walther handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Los Angeles.
Intellectual Property in Los Angeles
IP attorneys protect inventions, brands, and creative work through patent prosecution, trademark registration, copyright, and trade-secret enforcement.
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White Collar Crimes in Los Angeles
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Civil Litigation in Los Angeles
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Energy & Utilities Law in Los Angeles
Energy attorneys for oil & gas, renewables, utility regulation, and energy sector transactions.
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Internet & Cyber Law in Los Angeles
Internet and cyber lawyers for data breaches, online defamation, privacy law, and cybersecurity matters.
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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 Walther
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 Walther's practice in the field of ip, white collar, litigation, energy, and internet.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael Walther brings 39+ 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 ip, white collar, and litigation, Michael Walther 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 Walther 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 Walther Handles in Los Angeles
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Michael Walther 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 Walther directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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