Michael Philip Reiter

Michael Reiter is a seasoned municipal litigator and public law attorney with over two and a half decades of experience representing California school districts, municipalities, special districts, and public officials. A Partner at Mundell, Odlum & Haws, LLP, he focuses on defending public entities in complex civil litigation and providing general counsel services to local agencies across Southern California.

Michael is known for providing personalized legal service with a practical, optimistic approach. He works closely with clients to achieve reasonable objectives through clear communication, responsiveness, and efficient strategy.

Representative Matters
• Civil rights litigation under 42 U.S.C. § 1983
• Dangerous condition of public property
• Inverse condemnation and eminent domain
• Code enforcement and nuisance abatement
• Land use and entitlement disputes
• Writs of mandate and administrative proceedings
• Public Records Act compliance
• Police liability and personnel issues
In addition to litigation, Michael provides transactional assistance related to:
• Property acquisitions and dispositions
• Commercial and governmental leases
• Drafting and reviewing ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and intergovernmental agreements

He also advises on compliance with the Brown Act, Political Reform Act, and California conflict-of-interest laws.
Michael previously served as Assistant City Attorney for the City of Yucaipa, and as Assistant City Attorney and Agency Counsel for the City of Redlands. He began his public law career as Deputy City Attorney for the City of San Bernardino. In these roles, he prosecuted code violations, advised on enforcement and human resources matters, and represented cities in litigation.

Education
• B.A., University of California, Berkeley
• J.D., Santa Clara University School of Law

Bar Admissions
• State Bar of California
• U.S. District Courts: Central and Eastern Districts of California
• U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit

Professional Involvement
• President, San Bernardino County Bar Association (2016–2018)
• Master, Hon. Joseph B. Campbell American Inn of Court
• Member, San Bernardino County Bar Association
• Member, Riverside County Bar Association

Civic & Community Service
• Planning Commissioner, City of Redlands
• Mayor Pete Aguilar’s Designee, San Bernardino County Interagency Council on Homelessness (City of Redlands)
• President and Board Member, Numerous Nonprofit Organizations
Publications
• Regular author, San Bernardino County Bar Association Bar Bulletin