Michaela Cathleen Curran

Michaela Cathleen Curran

4.8
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 37 years

Family Lawyer at La Jolla, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Criminal Defense, Employment & Labor, Contracts & Agreements

4225 Executive Square., Suite 600, La Jolla, CA

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Licensed in California for 37 years

State: California

Acquired: 1988

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The Curran Law Firm, APC

4225 Executive Square., Suite 600, La Jolla, CA, 92011

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Michaela Cathleen Curran's Reviews

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4.8 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Litigation

Posted by Heather | July 22, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Michaela Curran is a Best in Class (Family Law/Custody)

If you are looking for a family attorney... I know that you are feeling overwhelmed, emotional and do not know where to begin. In our case, Michaela was the second and final attorney. In a perfect world she would have been our first. Michaela is a straight shooter. She is highly motivated attorn...ey with the experience and professionalism you need as representation in Family Court. Everyone on her team was equally committed to our case and our goals for the case. Michaela is realistic. She knows the law. She knows the judges. And, she is very strategic when planning out your case. Without getting into the dirty details of our case, we had an incredibly litigious Custody Case against a complete Narcissist. The case took two years to get to trial. There were bumps in the road (COVID court closures and continuances by opposing counsel for non-sense) and at least 30 or so different motions. All this was meant to increase the cost of litigation and prompted by the opposition. 90% of this was prior to hiring Michaela. Michaela never would have let it get out of hand as it did as she reviewed the history of our case. But, she swung it out of the park come trial for us. As I mentioned, Michaela was our second attorney. Had she been our first, I am certain that the duration would have been cut in half (at least). She doesn't mess around. She knows what she's doing and it's up to you to trust her. Thank God we did. She is ethical and personally involved in all of the details, and that was very important to us since this was our little person's future at stake. I wish you luck if you're reading this. Buckle up and retain Michaela Curran & her team, because it is going to be a bumpy ride... especially in the SD Court System. Good luck to you.

Posted by Caroline Morales | October 03, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

Stellar

I wanted to share my first courtroom experience with Michaela Curran and The Curran Law Firm staff. Before hiring Michaela, my previous experience was losing just about every court hearing. There were extensions after extensions and five years later I was in the same spot from when I started. It was ...costly, emotionally draining and an overall horrible experience. During my initial consultation, Michaela analyzed my case and prepared me for a tough road ahead. It was going to be a tough fight, but she ensured me that she is a winner and knew how to win my case. I took my chances and I am so glad I did! Michaela WON my five-year court battle in her FIRST court hearing. Believe me when I say she was not dealing with an easy case! During the preparation of my case, she developed a professional relationship, encouraged teamwork, and trust. Her advice was realistic, honest, and her strategies were brilliant. Kelli Blackburn, an attorney, diligently worked side-by-side with Michaela Curran during my case. Kelli is an essential part of the team. She is smart, fast, focused, and knows the law. I was impressed with Kelli's ability to pull all of my paperwork together. She was extremely organized, professional and didn't miss a beat. Her actions gave me the confidence that we were well prepared for my case. Thank you! Michaela Curran saved my family, fixed my previous courtroom mess, and gave me hope again. Michaela has earned a 5-star recommendation from my family. I am VERY THANKFUL for what she​ and her staff have done. Michaela Curran, Kelli Blackburn, and The Curran Law staff exceeded my expectations. If you are looking for a no non-sense, skilled family lawyer with excellent courtroom litigation experience, Michaela Curran is your LAWYER!!

Posted by Hemin | July 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Litigation

The best lawyer In the whole entire world

First and foremost if you are reading this you are already headed in the right direction I made the mistake of going cheap and you know what they say "go big or go home". So with that said Miss. Curran and her staff at Curran law firm are heavy hitters. Nobody wants to end up in a legal matter but if... you do please trust me when I say you are in the best hands possible. I have nothing but rep act for my attorney and her staff know lagal reliable and strong communication was never an issue and everything was handled in a professional manner no sugar coating I truly felt like I had a team backing me in the courtroom and I am not lying when I say Michaella straight shark in the court room she gets her point across go with her no regrets. Thank you God bless you Curran office.

Posted by Donna | September 21, 2014 | Litigation

Best Ever

Michaela Curran is an excellent advocate. She is extremely professional and accomplished. She wowed us with her expert knowledge of complex legal matters, & she was top notch at every court appearance- she always worked for our best interests. Recommend her highly. Donna W. Irvine, California

Posted by anonymous | June 09, 2011 | Litigation

Best Lawyer in San Diego

Michaela has worked with me on many issues and has even gone to court on my behalf with the best of results. She goes above and beyond and would not use any body else!

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Michaela Cathleen Curran's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lena Clark

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly recommend Michaela. She is an experienced lawyer that you want on your side!"

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Karen Karavatos

Family lawyer | May 28

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer 100%. Attorney Michaela Curran is a first rate lawyer. She is dedicated to her clients' interests, hardworking, and goal-oriented. In addition, Michaela Curran is an admirable person, with high ethical standards. In her law practice, Ms. Curran consistently demonstrates keen and perceptive insights into human behavior and motivation. She is a lawyer that I would always want on my side. She is also a great humanitarian. I admire Ms. Curran as an attorney and as an individual. Overall, she is both a great lawyer and a fantastic person."

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John Kennedy

Family lawyer | Mar 19

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Michaela is a very knowledgeable and experienced attorney!"

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Richard Freed

Family lawyer | Jan 17

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Ms. Curran as an attorney who always puts her clients first, and everything else follows behind. She is professional and polished in court, and in the office. She has earned the respect of both bench and bar with a reputation as a formidable adversary who always brings 110% for every phase of litigation. She is fair but has an unlimited supply of tenacity and grit. I have found Ms. Curran highly knowledgeable and she is one of the friendliest people who you will ever meet (eg outside of the courtroom)."

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Sami Haddad

Family lawyer | Jan 16

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ms. Curran is a true advocate for her clients. She is very influential, genuinely cares about her clients, and I'd trust her to handle any matters involving criminal, family or civil litigation. She has high ethical standards, and her work effort, passion for the law, and experience are unparalleled in the legal community."

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Taylor Hanks

Divorce and separation lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Ms. Curran is a professional in all aspects of her practice. She is a client centric attorney, and she always provides the best possible outcome in each and every case."

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Christopher McDonough

Family lawyer | Jan 15

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Daniel Watkins

Family lawyer | Oct 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"We have referred several clients to Michaela for various family law issues and they have all been extremely pleased with her level of service."

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2018

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2018

Top Lawyer, Lawyers of Distinction

2017

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2014

Preeminent 5.0 out of 5, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

1988 - Present

Founder, The Curran Law Firm APC

Associations

2004 - Present

San Diego Society for Human Resource Management

Member

1988 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

1988 - Present

San Diego Consumer Attorneys

Member

Education

1987

University of San Diego School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Univ of California Santa Barbara

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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