Atty. Mike Romeo

Atty. Mike Romeo

Mike Romeo represents clients around the world in a wide range of industries, including healthcare, defense, technology, transportation, commodities trading and financial services, and commercial real estate, in complex and high-stakes criminal and civil investigations, regulatory inquiries, and public and private litigation. Mr.

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Profile Summary

About Mike Romeo at a glance

Mike Romeo is a business and litigation attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. Admitted to practice in California, The State Bar of California. Educated at University of California Los Angeles (J.D., 2016) and University of California Berkeley (BA, 2008). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities (2026). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mike Romeo represents clients around the world in a wide range of industries, including healthcare, defense, technology, transportation, commodities trading and financial services, and commercial real estate, in complex and high-stakes criminal and civil investigations, regulatory inquiries, and public and private litigation
  • Mr. Romeo has represented clients in multi-faceted and multi-regulator investigations involving the Department of Justice, the Securities and Exchange Commission, FINRA and the National Transportation and Safety Board
  • In addition, he has represented clients in class actions and commercial disputes and appellate litigation, including litigation before the Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit and the United States Supreme Court
  • Mr. Romeo has experience in in matters related to the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, crisis management, securities fraud, financial and accounting fraud, wire fraud, sanctions and export controls, disclosure issues, and complex commercial disputes

Practice Areas Explained

Mike Romeo's Areas of Practice

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

Business & Corporate Law

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

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Civil Litigation

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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 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 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 Mike Romeo

Where is Mike Romeo's law office located?
Mike Romeo's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Mike Romeo handle?
Mike Romeo focuses on business, litigation. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Mike Romeo go to law school?
Mike Romeo earned their education at (J.D., 2016); (BA, 2008).
How can I contact Mike Romeo for a consultation?
You can contact Mike Romeo 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 Mike Romeo received?
Mike Romeo's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities.

Education

J.D.
University of California Los Angeles
- 2016
BA
University of California Berkeley
- 2008

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Securities
- 2026

Bar Admissions

California, The State Bar of California

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