Michael is a talented trial lawyer passionate about securing justice for his clients in Southern California. He earned his Juris Doctor from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law in Chicago, one of the nation’s top law schools.
Before joining Dordick Law, Michael quickly rose through the ranks as a Deputy City Attorney for the City of Los Angeles. He defended against countless high-stakes personal injury cases, gaining praise and recognition for his fearlessness in the courtroom. He draws on this valuable experience to create winning strategies for his clients, keeping them many steps ahead of the defense. Michael began his legal career in San Francisco, working for one of the country’s most prestigious transactional law firms. He then cut his teeth in the courtroom prosecuting serious crimes in the City of Los Angeles.
As a former plaintiff himself, Michael experienced firsthand the devastating consequences of being involved in a head-on collision, where he sustained severe injuries. Drawing from his own journey to recovery, he approaches each case with empathy, determination, and tireless advocacy, guiding clients through every step of the legal process with compassion and integrity.
In a prior life, Michael competed on the professional tennis circuit, where he learned the value of sacrifice, dedication, discipline, and hard work. His experiences on the tennis court instilled in him a competitive spirit and a relentless drive to win, qualities that he now channels into his practice to secure favorable outcomes for his clients.
Michael is a California native who grew up in the South Bay. His love for SoCal and desire to stay close to home led him to the University of Southern California for his undergraduate studies, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Michael lives in Beverly Hills with his family and enjoys spending his free time with his wife, two daughters, and Rambo, their 7-pound Maltipoo with a heart of gold. He is not known for turning down great food, great wine, and great company.
