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About Michael
Biography
After fighting for employees' rights for nearly 40 years, I have made the decision to move on to the next chapter of my life and have retired from the practice of law. It has been an honor and a pleasure to be able to help those clients who came to me seeking justice and I will miss my clients and colleagues with whom I worked all these past years. I will even miss most of my opponents who forced me to rise to the level of skill needed to match wits with them. It is now time for the next generation of employment lawyers to fight the good fight. I remain available to provide words of advice based on the experiences I have had, should any of my colleagures wish to contact me at my phone number which is. I will always believe in the power of the hardworking men and women who deserve to be treated with equality and respect.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
50%
47 years
Wrongful Termination
25%
47 years
Discrimination
15%
47 years
Sexual Harassment
10%
47 years
Fees and Rates
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Licensed in California for 47 years
State: California
Acquired: 1978
No misconduct found
Location
The Law Office of Michael R. Kirschbaum
No office - not taking clients, No office - not taking clients, CA, 92614
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Michael Robert Kirschbaum's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 17 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Joseph | April 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Experience and patience is a winning combination!
Michael Kirschbaum took on a difficult case for me in trying to collect past due commissions that were owed to me due to an independent contractor termination/breach of contract case. Unlike other attorney's I spoke to, he understood the details of what I was dealing with, almost immediately. This is...
Michael Kirschbaum
Replied last April 25, 2017Thank you for your comments Joseph. It was a long, tough ride but perseverance has its virtues and rewards. I appreciate your hanging in there.
Posted by Dustin | October 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Highly Skilled Attorney!
Mr. Kirschbaum was well prepared for my hearing and highly effective in it. In light of this, he secured a positive result for me. He is a skilled litigator and I would recommend him to anyone seeking assistance with employment related issues.
Michael Kirschbaum
Replied last October 21, 2016Thank you Dustin. It was my pleasure to have been able to help you.
Posted by steve gardner | September 23, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Great Lawyer
He answered my question told me what i could do was not or did not try and make me hire him told me what he could do if i did would hire him if needed
Posted by Steven | February 24, 2016 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Good Advice
I consulted Mr. Kirschbaum a while back regarding a possible wrongful termination case. Although, he identified that there was no legal grounds for it being "wrongful", he provided me with some good advice that helped me keep my job and continue my employment.
Posted by Debbie | October 15, 2015 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Excellent Negotiating Attorney
I hired Mr Kirschbaum and he was able to settle a case for me that really required expertise in negiotating and finding a delicate balance in handling the outcome of my issue. He was a God-send in my time of need and settled a very complex case for me and my family with OPTIMAL results. I highly reco...
Michael Robert Kirschbaum's Lawyer Endorsements
"An experienced, knowledgeable, practical, and caring employee advocate."
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"I endorse this lawyer. Micheal's participation in avvo demonstrates the depth of skill and knowledge he has in the employment and labor field."
"I highly endorse this attorney, they are a well respected member of the legal community and always give 110% to their clients cases, if you are looking for excellent representation, then look no further!"
"I have reviewed Mr. Kirschbaum's responses to questions posted on Avvo for more than a year and his answers are thoughtful and spot on. I have no problem endorsing this fine attorney."
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"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer. In his responses to questions on AVVO, Mr. Kirschbaum displays a deep knowledge of employment issues, a practical approach to problems, and just plain wisdom that always impresses me. I always read his posts with great interest an in the expectation of learning something."
"Mr. Kirschbaum displays a reasonable pragmatic approach to the employment law problems presented here that is rare and valuable. If he handles his clients' cases with the same deep breadth of knowledge and foresight (which I imagine he must), I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone for any issue related to employment law. He is an asset to our community."
"Michael Robert Kirschbaum is an experienced attorney whose participation and comments in Avvo show his commitment to serving clients very well. He is an excellent attorney that I recommend wholeheartedly."
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"With a great track record of hundreds of published answers to consumer questions on Avvo.com and the recommendations from clients and attorneys alike, it is easy to see that attorney Kirschbaum is skilled and knows the law well, too. Kudos."
"I frequently read and agree with the answers that Mr. Kirschbaum posts on Avvo. He demonstrates a thorough knowledge of legal issues related to employment by his thoughtful and insightful answers to questions in that area of law. He is a valued member of the Avvo community who is generous in sharing his time and expertise by spending considerable time participating on this site. It is my pleasure to endorse him."
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Experience
Honors
2016
Once again selected by Super Lawyers for employment litigation., Super Lawyers
2015
Selected as Super Lawyer for Plaintiffs in Emloyment Litigation, SuperLawyers
2015
Named as a Top Attorney in employment and labor law for 2015, Coast Magazine
2014
Selected as Super Lawyer in Employment Litigation., SuperLawyers
2014
Named as one of Orange County's top employment lawyers, OC Metro Magazine
2013
Named one of OC's top employment lawyers., Orange County Metro Magazine
2012
Named as one of Orange County's top employment lawyers., Orange County Metro Magazine
1990
Rated as "AV Preeminent" by peers from 1990 to present., Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1979 - Present
Sole Practitioner, Law Office of Michael R. Kirschbaum
1978 - 1979
Legal Director, Women's Law Center of Southern California
Sample of Legal Cases
JH vs. Reneging Mortgage Company
Case settled in six figures before arbitration.
Orozco v. StaffChex Management Group, Inc. et al.
Judgment for Plaintiff in the amount of $42,998, $18,607, of which is for unpaid vacation pay, $16,153, for waiting-time penalties, and the remainder for attorney's fees, court costs and interest.
Rivera v Orange County Sanitation District
Employee was ordered reinstated.
Jane Doe vs. Worldwide Corporation
Significant 6 figure confidential settlement brokered by mediator, Michelle Reinglass.
Judy Roe vs. Orange County Municipality
Case settled pre-trial.
John Doe v Big Bad Hospital
Case settled for 6 figures through private confidential negotiation.
Glass vs. Hope By The Sea
Judge Horn found in favor of client/employee, confirming the award and entered judgment against employer, along with costs of suit.
Glass vs. Hope By The Sea
Justice Armand Arabian awarded Dr. Glass $115,000.00 in lost wages and ordered Hope By The Sea to reimburse Dr. Glass $8,500.00 in arbitration costs. We defeated Callahan & Blaine, self-described as one of the best law firms in America.
Smith vs. Orange County Sanitation District
Ruling in favor of employee.
Education
1976
Western State Univ
Juris Doctorate
1972
Long Island Univ
Bachelors
Speaking Engagements
2011
Life Cycle of An Employment Case
Resolving the Employment Case at Mediation
2010
California Employment Lawyers Association monthly meeting
Winning Administrative Hearings
2009
Labor/Employment Law Section
Case law update
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Answers
Q&A
Can I refuse to speak with HR?
07 Nov 2016
Q&A
What should we do? A Department of Labor investigator contacted us yesterday afternoon requesting a meeting today.
04 Nov 2016
Q&A
Can I complain or sue because my company only promotes men?
03 Nov 2016