Atty. Mike Hird

Atty. Mike Hird

Mike Hird is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law and Venture Capital Law. Mike, who practices law in San Diego, California, has been recognized since 2010.

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Profile Summary

About Mike Hird at a glance

Mike Hird is an attorney based in San Diego, California, practforg at Pillsbury. Educated at Harvard University (J.D., 1988). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law (2026). Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mike Hird is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law, Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law, Securities / Capital Markets Law and Venture Capital Law
  • Mike, who practices law in San Diego, California, has been recognized since 2010
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mike is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practforg law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantiand 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 substantiand 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

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Where is Mike Hird's law office located?
Mike Hird's law practice is located in San Diego, California. The firm is Pillsbury. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
Where did Mike Hird go to law school?
Mike Hird earned their education at (J.D., 1988).
How can I contact Mike Hird for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Mike Hird receiandd?
Mike Hird's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law; Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law; Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:.

Education

J.D.
Harvard University
- 1988

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Biotechnology and Life Sciences Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Technology Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Finance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers & Acquisitions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Technology
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Venture Capital
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Law (San Diego)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Securities / Capital Markets Law (San Diego)
- 2023
Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Law (San Diego)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law (San Diego)
- 2020
Lawyer of the Year — Venture Capital Law (San Diego)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — Securities / Capital Markets Law (San Diego)
- 2016
Lawyer of the Year — Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law (San Diego)
- 2013

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