"Building bridges from problems to solutions"
California attorney for over 20 years
'AV' rated by Martindale-Hubbell
A LITTLE ABOUT ME
My hobby is helping people. It is exciting that helping others is also my vocation, especially representing those who are in the right and are for some reason backed into a corner.
When I first started practicing in 1981, there was an enormous amount of insurance fraud in California. I started out fighting the smaller claims, then moved to pulling fraudulent organizations out by the roots. I followed by co-sponsoring anti-fraud legislation, testifying in Sacramento and working with the local and national media.
One opposing attorney had many clients who would stop their cars suddenly in front of unsuspecting motorists, in order to cause accidents. It only took a few clients, whose lives were put in danger, to convince me that decisive action was necessary. I worked with a TV reporter who started an investigation. Not long afterward, the attorney was arrested. Since then the attorney has "resigned" from the practice of law.
I have handled thousands of civil cases. Most cases are resolved, but I'll take the cases that don't settle to trial. My goal is for my clients to be satisfied after the case is resolved. I strive to provide the caliber of representation I would hope to receive from my own attorney.
My passion is representing people going through divorces, especially those with children. My goal is to help people, who are going through a tumultuous time, so they can move forward with their lives.
Some attorneys try to tear the other side down in their effort to "win." Instead of aggravating differences, I look for the good in the other party and try to build on that. However, I will firmly challenge those involved in inappropriate and unlawful conduct. From the children's perspective, it is important that families are strong and stable even after a divorce. In this society children need all the love and care they can get. When children get this nurturing, they do better in school and in facing the many challenges of growing up. That's my idea of winning.
Certainly there will be stressful times. I hope to speak plainly and take the mystery and confusion out of the legal process. I will help achieve the best possible outcome for you and your children with a minimum of stress and turmoil.
CLIENT FEEDBACK
"You are the first attorney that I was not angry with after the case was over. I trust you."
"My wife and I first met him when he helped us with an extremely stressful consumer protection case that he resolved quickly in our favor. I was very impressed by his quick sharp mind and the controlled aggressive way he pursued our case. Michael will do everything he can to win a case for you, yet he shows an amazing amount of compassion for ALL parties involved. In my association with Mr. Bush I have been impressed by his high ethical standards, and his ability to try to find the best solution to the problem as efficiently as possible. In conclusion I feel sorry for any attorney that comes up against Michael Bush and you definitely want him on YOUR side!"
"Michael Bush presented me with the best options, saving me time, money and unnecessary aggravation. I can't thank Michael enough for all of his hard work."
"Michael Bush has compassion and he cares."
"In calm seas every captain seems loving and caring. The value and importance of a great captain at sea and the love and respect he has for the lives of each and every one on board can only be tested and seen when the ship is passing through rough seas and storms. You were that captain for us."
NOTABLE CASES: In re Marriage of Kruszewski (No. G031195): An unpublished opinion issued by the California Court of Appeal regarding a parent who moved out of state with the children without the other parent's consent.
Balboa Island Village Inn v. Lemen(S1277904): A commercial establishment tried to get a permanent injunction against a neighbor who was on a petition gathering campaign. I felt my client's right to free speech was violated. The Court of Appeal issued a published opinion in my client's favor on the free speech issue and that case is now before the California Supreme Court.
In Southern California, there are communities from around the world. I am particularly able to help those who are from the Philippines, Vietnam and Poland. I do accept major credit cards.
Please contact me if you would like to discuss your case. The initial consultation is free. Please do not put details in your email, as that communication might not be covered by the attorney/client privilege. I look forward to speaking with you.
-D. Michael Bush