Michael John Tonsing

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Also known as Michael J. Tonsing, Sr.
Michael John Tonsing
Serving California clients statewide.
5.0 star rating
A breath of fresh air and an invaluable resource
- Karen, a Wrongful Termination client
5.0 star rating
Recognizing Michael Tonsing’s premier professional service and sound legal performance
- Jack, a Business client

Overview

Avvo Rating

10.0

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Experience 5.0 star rating
Industry Recognition 5.0 star rating
Professional Conduct 5.0 star rating

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Contributor level 13

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Fees and Payment Types

Fees

Free Consultation (30 minutes)

Payment types

Cash, Check, Credit Card

Contact Information

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  • Tonsing Lawfirm
    353 Sacramento Street, Suite 1140
    San Francisco, CA 94111
    Office: 415-986-1338
    Mobile: 415-986-1338
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Languages Spoken

  • English

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My website can be visited at www.TonsingLawfirm.com. Lots of information there.

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5 star rating

“A breath of fresh air and an invaluable resource”

Posted by: Karen, 11 months ago.

Client Review: We met Mr. Tonsing as a result of a question he answered for us on Avvo. He was able to immediately cite a case that would give me information and to... more
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5 star rating

“Recognizing Michael Tonsing’s premier professional service and sound legal performance”

Posted by: Jack, over 2 years ago.

Client Review: I am the CEO of a small business in the biotechnology field. I have been using Mr. Michael Tonsing’s professional legal services for my business... more
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Peer Endorsements

Endorsements

8 endorsements


Kristine S Karila

I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Tonsing is an excellent attorney who will fight for his clients.

Endorsement from lawyer: Kristine Karila , Irvine (CA), 6 months ago
Scott Gregory Nathan

I am very impressed by the way Mr. Tonsing thinks of practical and sensible solutions. I endorse this lawyer.

Endorsement from lawyer: Scott Nathan , North Tustin (CA), 6 months ago
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Résumé

 

License

37 years since Michael John Tonsing was first licensed to practice law.

State License status Year acquired Last updated by Avvo
California Active 1976 12/19/2012

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

Work Experience

Position Duration
Of Counsel at Tuttle Law Office, San Francisco 2010–present
Assistant U.S. Attorney at United States Attorney's Office, San Francisco 1981–1984
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Education

School Major Degree Graduated
U of San Francisco SOL law 1975
Claremont Graduate University Political Philosophy/Government MA - Masters 1970
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Awards

Award Name Granting Organization Date
Shaw Award for best Ch. in US (while I was chapter president) Federal Bar Association 1984
Tom C. Clark Award (to top fellow each term) U. S. Supreme Court Fellows Commission 1980

Associations

Position Association Name Duration
Member, past president Federal Bar Association (California chapter) 1981–present
Ninth Circuit Vice President (2 terms, each 4 years) Federal Bar Association (California chapter) 1984–1988

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Contribution

Contributor Level 13
Answers: 319 Legal Answers
17 Best Answers - chosen by asker
155 Answers marked "I agree" by other lawyers
47 Answers marked helpful by other users
Guides: 14 Legal Guides
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Publications

Article Publication Date
Federal Lawyer in Cyberia The Federal Lawyer 2012

Speaking Engagements

Presentation Name Conference Date
Choosing a Lawyer Choosing a Lawyer 2010
Civil Procedure in Three Hours Bay Area Conference (Pleasanton) 2010

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