Atty. Michelle M. West

Atty. Michelle M. West

Michelle M. West is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs.

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Profile Summary

About Michelle M. West at a glance

Michelle M. West is a personal injury, class action, and product liability attorney based in Newport Beach, California, practicing at Robinson Calcagnie, Inc.. Educated at Pepperdine University (J.D., 2003). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Serands clients in Newport Beach, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Michelle M. West is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
  • Michelle M., who practices law in Newport Beach, California, has been recognized since 2018
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michelle M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

Michelle M. West's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michelle M. West handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Class Action

Michelle M. West is one of 26,424 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in California →

Product Liability

Michelle M. West is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in California →

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 Newport Beach 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 Michelle M. West

Where is Michelle M. West's law office located?
Michelle M. West's law practice is located in Newport Beach, California. The firm is Robinson Calcagnie, Inc.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michelle M. West handle?
Michelle M. West focuses on personal injury, class action, product liability. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Michelle M. West go to law school?
Michelle M. West earned their education at (J.D., 2003).
How can I contact Michelle M. West for a consultation?
You can contact Michelle M. West 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 Michelle M. West received?
Michelle M. West's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs.

Education

J.D.
Pepperdine University
- 2003

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026

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