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Michelle Ann Hoskinson
also known as Michelle Ann Gastil
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Michelle A. Gastil (formerly Michelle A. Hoskinson) has been litigating in various areas of law for over the past ten years. She has handled litigation, arbitration, negotiation, and appellate proceedings in areas including debt collection/settlement, contract disputes for consumers and businesses, and unpaid wages. Specifically, Ms. Gastil seeks to assist individuals and businesses through the justice system in numerous areas of law, including unfair debt collection, violations of fair credit reporting, identity theft, defense of debt collection lawsuits, judgment enforcement, and contract/debt negotiation and settlement.
Ms. Gastil can also provide legal services to environmental protection groups and/or individuals seeking to protect the environment and uphold compliance with environmental, land use, and open government laws. Ms. Gastil has been a long time environmental protection enthusiast and has been involved as a volunteer in cases dealing with land use development. Ms. Gastil has served as General Counsel for the Banning Ranch Conservancy, an Orange County based environmental protection group that seeks to conserve about 400 acres of land situated between Newport Beach and Costa Mesa. Along with assisting on legal research projects, Ms. Gastil has lead the Finance and Administration Committee to assist in the group's day to day dealings and processes.
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Payment Methods
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Licensed in California for 16 years
State: California
Acquired: 2009
No misconduct found
Location
Law Office of Michelle A. Gastil
7710 Balboa Avenue, Suite 325, San Diego, CA, 92111
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Michelle Ann Hoskinson's Reviews
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Posted by Joe | October 23, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Professional and ethical, with a passion not just for the law, but for doing the right thing
Michelle Gastil was very helpful in her handling of my legal matter, and always looked out for my best interests. She is a talented, highly-educated and competent professional. Just as important, she cares about her clients and is a thoroughly decent person. I highly recommend retention of Michelle f...
Posted by anonymous | June 8, 2018 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Best Debt Negotiator in San Diego
I hired Michelle Gastil to help me with negotiating debt. She handled my matter smoothly, quickly, and obtained a good result. My debt was reduced by 50%. Michelle is very professional and responded quickly to any questions I had. For any debt related legal matters, I highly recommend Michelle.
Michelle Ann Hoskinson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Michelle is a superb attorney and will go to great lengths to promote the interests of her clients. She is very smart and focused and is a great ally and advocate."
Noor Kazmi
Environmental and natural resources lawyer | Mar 24
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I have known Michelle for many years and have witnessed her be a zealous and compassionate advocate. She's focused, intelligent, and diligent with her practice. I highly recommend Michelle."
"I endorse this lawyer. Michelle is highly professional and extremely knowledgable."
"I whole-heartedly endorse Michelle Hoskinsin. She's extremely thorough, organized, well prepared... and TOUGH. If you're a non-attorney looking for the right attorney?... You should hire her. If you're an attorney looking for an attorney to work with or refer a case to, you should choose her. I know I look forward to working with her again on future cases."
"Michelle is a great resource and has helped on past matters in my practice. With 5 years of experience working with creditors, Michelle is using that experience to help consumers. I endorse Michelle."
"Michelle is a very hardworking attorney who fights diligently for the rights of her clients. She demonstrates an outstanding attention to detail and believes in providing outstanding customer service to her clients."
"Michelle is a hardworking and dedicated attorney. I highly recommend Michelle to anyone looking for a great debt collection attorney. She works tirelessly to make sure that her client's needs are met."
"Michelle Hoskinson is an experienced debt collection attorney who has a thorough understanding of the process. If you are entitled to money damages as a result of harassing debt collectors I recommend Michelle Hoskinson ."
Rosanna Kendrick
Environmental and natural resources lawyer | May 23
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2019
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2018
Rising Star, SuperLawyers
2017
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2011
Litigator of the Month, McCarty & Holthus, LLP
2010
Litigator of the Month, McCarthy & Holthus, LLP
2009
Excellence in Service, San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program
2009
Wiley W. Manuel Award for Pro Bono Legal Services, State Bar of California
2008
Volunteer of the Year, Sierra Club San Diego
2008
Writing Competition Finalist, American Bar Association, Environment, Energy and Resources Section
Work Experience
2015 - Present
Attorney, Law Office of Michelle A. Gastil
2013 - 2014
Managing Associate, The Perry Law Firm
2012 - 2013
Of Counsel, The Perry Law Firm
2009 - 2012
Associate Attorney, McCarthy & Holthus LLP
2008 - 2009
Research Assistant, Thomas Jefferson School Of Law
Associations
2020 - Present
Filipino American Lawyers of San DiegoSecretary
2018 - Present
Filipino American Lawyers of San DiegoMember
2017 - Present
Sierra Club Banning Ranch Park and Preserve Task ForceChair
2015 - Present
San Diego County Bar AssociationMember
2015 - Present
San Diego County Bar Association, Environmental Law SectionMember
2014 - Present
Think Dignity, formerly Girls Think TankTreasurer
2009 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
2009 - Present
State Bar of CaliforniaMember
2016 - 2017
Orange County Women Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - 2017
Banning Ranch ConservancyFinance and Administration Committee Chair
2014 - 2015
Orange County Bar AssociationMember
2011 - 2013
Think Dignity, formerly Girls Think TankSecretary
Sample of Legal Cases
Purcell v. Schweitzer (2014) 224 Cal.. App. 4th 969
Order in favor of Defendant affirmed by Appellate Court
Education
2009
Thomas Jefferson School of Law
JD - Juris Doctor
2005
San Diego State University
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2015
Women's Resource Fair
CARE Committee (Credit Abuse Resistance Education)
2015
John Muir High School
CARE Committee (Credit Abuse Resistance Education)
2015
Center for Solo Practitioners
Marketing
Publications
2012
California Mortgage Bankers Association Legal News
Voluntary Contributions in Short Sales: Potential for Anti-Deficiency Violations by Lenders?
2008
American Bar Association, Environment, Energy and Resources Section
The Basel Convention: Well Intentioned Treaties Need Well Intentioned Parties
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers