I am an attorney who knows what you are going through! I am dedicated to helping you!We will fight to make sure that the support you pay or receive is fair!We are devoted to protecting you, your children and your relationships with each other!We will fight for your rights, protect your assets and defend your relationships with your children!
My diverse business and professional background and personal experiences give me an ability to comperhend your problems and to solve them quickly and cost effectively. I spent years working as a broker on Wall Street where I was responsible for numerous multi-million dollar transactions every day. That skillset helps me understand numbers and balance sheets better than most attorneys and. often, better than opposing accountants thus giving my clients the edge in negotiations or at trial.
I also went through a very unpleasant divorce myself many years ago and that experience colors the way I practice law today in that I treat my clients and their case with the utmost respect that I believe they deserve. That means that I fully explain and get the client's approival before taking any major legal action(s) and I try to focus on resolving the case issues to my client's maximum benefit but at a minimum cost.
I was also very fortunate in my past to have had a wonderful career as a Tony Award winning performer that has a very positive influence on my law practice by giving me an ease with practically everyone I meet, especially Judges, and I strive to maintain a level of personal integrity that is second to none so that, when I speak on my client's behalf, the Court and the opposition hear and clearly understand my client's perspective on the issues.
Practice areas
14 years, 30 cases
14 years, 29 cases
14 years, 50 cases
14 years, 20 cases
Languages spoken
French
Law Offices of Michael L. Maguire & Associates
301 N. Canon Dr.
Suite 306
Beverly Hills, CA, 90210
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2008 | 06/13/2022 |
Legal answers | 15 |
Legal guides | 0 |
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Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2021 |
Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2020 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers Magazine | 2017 |
Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2015 |
Rising Star | Super Lawyers | 2014 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2013 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2012 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2011 |
Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services | State Bar of California | 2011 |
Rising Star | SuperLawyers | 2010 |
Home Restoration Award | City of Los Angeles | 1999 |
Tony Award | Theater Guild | 1987 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Managing Partner | Law Offices of Michael L. Maguire & Associates | 2013 - Present |
Partner | Cohen & Maguire | 2012 - 2013 |
Associate | Kolodny & Anteau | 2008 - 2012 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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Los Angeles County Bar Association | N/A | |
Beverly Hills Bar Association | N/A | |
American Bar Association | N/A | |
American Motorcycle Association | N/A |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Super Lawyers | To Dream a Dream of Family Law | 2013 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Southwestern University School of Law | JD - Juris Doctor | 2008 |
Oberlin Conservatory of Music | Bachelor of Music | N/A |
Univ Of Michigan | Master | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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SCALE Lecture Series | Latest Trends in California Family Law | 2014 |
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Jennifer Skolnick, Family Attorney on May 19, 2016
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Andrew Breitman, Family Attorney on Apr 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Matthew Smurda, Divorce and separation Attorney on Mar 25, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is a top-notch advocate who strives to get the best results possible for his clients. Highly respected in the LA family law community.
Deborah Tilton, Family Attorney on Jan 21, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Robert von Dohlen, Child custody Attorney on Jan 19, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Kyle Mccormick, Divorce and separation Attorney on Dec 11, 2014
Relationship: Worked together on matter
Gentleman/Lion. Those two words do a great job of summing up Michael's demeanor in court. He is stately and impressive, noble, powerful and kind. Michael is truly a brilliant attorney, one of our nation's best. He has a superb mastery of California law, especially dissolution proceedings in Family Court, including issues related to alimony and support. He is committed to his clients, working tirelessly day and night to fight for their interests and achieve their goals. He is very direct and has a forthright negotiation style that is refreshing and effective. Truly, he is a magnificent attorney and I am proud to have had the opportunity to work with him on a number of matters. I give Michael my highest possible recommendation and endorsement. I recommend and refer to Michael exclusively for my clients and friends who are proceeding with dissolution proceedings in California.
Jesus Zuniga, Family Attorney on Dec 10, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Ryan Fishman, Alimony Attorney on Dec 9, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Douglas Borthwick, Family Attorney on Nov 20, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Lilian Demonteverde-Hoats, Divorce and separation Attorney on Sep 29, 2014
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Maguire is a knowledgeable and well respected attorney in the community. He is an excellent divorce attorney who is helpful to others.
George Chakmakis, Family Attorney on Apr 4, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Maguire's clients have received the aggressive representation and excellent results that you need if your in family law court. Clearly a top notch advocate.