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Michael P. Wippler

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Michael Wippler knows business, real estate, and what his clients need from their corporate counsel.

They require sound, actionable guidance on transactions, opportunities, and perils based on practical business realities as well as the law. They want problems solved and conflicts resolved with the confidence of knowing that their attorney will do so favorably, efficiently, expeditiously.

And they deserve counsel who truly listens to them and is as invested in their success as they are.

The foregoing are defining characteristics of Michael's practice. Focusing on business counseling, negotiating and documenting business and real estate transactions, and commercial litigation, Michael brings a wealth of experience to his representation of businesses in a broad spectrum of industries. He has facilitated and consummated domestic and international transactions of all sizes and complexity with an approach that emphasizes consensus-building rather than confrontation.

Michael's trusted insights as outside counsel are informed by his seven years of in-house experience as vice president and general counsel for a national mortgage banking and brokerage company.

His tenure in that role gave him an invaluable perspective on the pressures and priorities his clients deal with daily. That perspective manifests in Michael's commitment to responsiveness, clarity, and client service.

Representing both publicly traded and privately held companies as well as individuals, Michael serves clients in the manufacturing, construction, automotive, and energy sectors, among others.

He is also an experienced business litigator who has successfully handled various matters, including breach of contract, fraud, and statutory violations.

A firm believer in the critical importance of mentoring young lawyers, Michael regularly shares his knowledge and experiences with associates at the firm and other attorneys in the early stages of their careers.

 

“As a business lawyer, it is important to understand that what your clients say to you is more important than what you say to them. Only by really listening to their concerns, goals, priorities, and risk tolerance can you provide the best possible guidance and counsel.”
    • University of California, Hastings College of the Law, J.D., Dean's Scholarship Recipient
    • University of Wales, Aberystwyth (United Kingdom), Advanced Studies Certificate
    • University of California, San Diego, B.A., Provost's Honor List

  • Bar Admissions

    • California, 1991

  • Court Admissions

    • U.S. District Court, Central District of California, 1992
    • U.S. District Court, Eastern District of California, 1992
    • U.S. District Court, Southern District of California, 1992

    • Nominated for and recognized in the Los Angeles Business Journal’s annual “Leaders in Law” award program, 2020

    • 2016 “Leader in Law” Nominee, Los Angeles Business Journal
    • Recognized in Southern California Super Lawyers® for Business Litigation, 2020-Present
    • American Bar Association
    • State Bar of California
    • Board of Directors, Celebrate Forever, Newport Beach, California

    • Vice President and General Counsel, American Home Loans

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Los Angeles213-457-1717

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