Michael Geller

Michael Geller

5.0
Rating: 8.4

Licensed for 5 years

Family Lawyer at Walnut Creek, CA
Practice Areas: Family, Personal Injury

2950 Buskirk Avenue, Suite 300, Walnut Creek, CA

About Michael

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Licenses

Licensed in Illinois for 1 year

State: Illinois

Acquired: 2025

Active and Authorized to Practice Law

No misconduct found

Licensed in California for 5 years

State: California

Acquired: 2021

Active

No misconduct found

Location

The Geller Firm / Geller Legal

2950 Buskirk Avenue, Suite 300, Walnut Creek, CA, 94597

The Geller Firm

50 California Street, Suite 1500, San Francisco, CA, 94111

Geller Legal

2121 Avenue of the Stars, Suite 800, Los Angeles, CA, 90067

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Michael Geller's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

72 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 20 reviews | Communication Style

Posted by anonymous | December 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney

10 Stars

Michael Geller is by far better than all the 5 star rated lawyers out there. Prior to finding Michael, I’ve consulted with many of those highly rated attorneys only to leave the calls completely unimpressed with how they would represent my case and discouraged. Until I spoke with Michael, I knew ri...ght away that he was the one! From start to finish, Michael was very knowledgeable, explained every step of the process to me, took the time to understand my case and was able to deliver what I proposed. Michael’s professionalism, communication skills, patience, true comprehension of your case, along with his expertise in family law is incomparable to any family lawyer out there. Highly recommended. I hope I will not need to ever go back to court but if I ever do, I would choose Michael every time.

Posted by anonymous | October 26, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Great Lawyer

Michael was professional and thorough. When he went over his plan for my case, he was very clear and concise about my options. I greatly appreciated his quick responses, his prompt submissions of paperwork and contacted the people necessary for my case in a very timely manner. Would not have won my c...ase if it wasn't for this and his extensive experience. I would feel confident in any case he took on. Highly recommend him

Posted by Joe | June 13, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Compassionate and friendly!

My good neighbor recommended me to Michael and I'm glad I went with him. He is a very good person, understanding and gives you every detail of what's going on. He helped me out a lot with my case and I couldn't be happier. He is outstanding at what he does and I appreciated everything he has done for... me and my family. I now count Michael as family friend and as an attorney, I can recommend to others.

Posted by Ernestine | June 05, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Excellent service and professional staff!

Michael Geller did an amazing job handling my case, from the moment I first stepped into their office for a consult to the very end of my case. Geller and his whole team made me feel at ease regarding my case and explained from start to finish the whole process. They kept me informed the whole time w...hat was happening with my case and was always available to speak with me. I would highly recommend Michael Geller to anyone who needs a great personal injury firm.

Posted by Chastity | January 27, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Exceptional Attorney

If I could give 10 stars I would. There is so much I can say about Michael but the main thing that comes to my mind is his passion and dedication to the service he provides is remarkable. My son was in need for a defense attorney and we located Michael. We had one conversation and felt he was the rig...ht attorney for the case. Customer service has always been at the top of my list when choosing someone to conduct business with and Michael exceeded my expectations. His thoroughness and timeliness of communication was consistent throughout the case. He was able to get my son’s case resolved and canceled without going to court!! WIN WIN WIN I pray his services will not be needed again lol but if so, I would not choose anyone else! If you want someone who really does all they can for you as a client-choose Michael Geller!!

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Michael Geller's Lawyer Endorsements

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Diana Romanov

Family lawyer | Apr 15

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Benjamin Gold

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Other

"Michael Geller is an exceptional attorney who combines sharp legal insight with a forward-thinking approach to technology, including AI. He communicates complex concepts clearly and provides practical, strategic guidance that truly adds value. Michael is responsive, thoughtful, and deeply committed to his clients’ success. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking innovative and reliable legal counsel."

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Benjamin Lopatin

Family lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I am pleased to endorse Mr. Geller. He is consistently professional, courteous, and highly effective as opposing counsel. Mr. Geller zealously advocates for his clients while maintaining a pragmatic and solutions-oriented approach to litigation. He has a strong understanding of the law and the Court’s expectations. Mr. Geller exercises sound judgment in focusing on issues that are truly material, thereby avoiding unnecessary expense and conserving judicial resources. In my experience, Mr. Geller is well-prepared, reasonable in meet-and-confer efforts, and committed to resolving matters efficiently when appropriate. It is always a pleasure working with Mr. Geller, and I would not hesitate to recommend him to colleagues or refer clients to him."

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Hien Doan

Family lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is extremely competent and knowledgeable. Strong advocate, not not overly aggressive. Professional and reasonable to work with."

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Jeremy Castro

Divorce and separation lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Korsunsky

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Michael is an outstanding attorney, knowledgeable and caring."

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Samuel Geller

Domestic violence lawyer | Nov 24

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Michael is diligent, professional and covers every base of his cases."

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Justin Ellis

Administrative law lawyer | May 07

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Boris Bindman

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BJ Fadem

Divorce and separation lawyer

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Justin Ellis

Landlord or tenant lawyer

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Samuel Geller

Criminal defense lawyer

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Jeremy Castro

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.4 (Excellent)

Work Experience

2021 - Present

Managing Attorney, The Geller Firm

Associations

2026 - Present

Consumer Attorneys of California

Member

2026 - Present

San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2026 - Present

California Lawyers Association

Member

2026 - Present

Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles

Member

2026 - Present

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Member

2026 - Present

Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce

Member

2024 - Present

Contra Costa County Bar Association

Member

2024 - Present

Lawyer Stories

Member

2022 - Present

Lafayette Chamber of Commerce

Member

Education

2026

USC Marshall School of Business

MBA - Master of Business Administration

2020

Santa Clara University School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2014

City University of New York

BS - Bachelor of Science

2011

University of Southern California

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

Activity

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