Michael Arthur Salzmann, General Attorney in Los Angeles, California
Over 39 years of legal practice · focused on General, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp
State Comp Ins Fund
Los Angeles, CA
Practicing general in Los Angeles since 1987.
- 39+
- Years practicing
- 3
- Bar admissions
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Michael Arthur Salzmann is a state comp ins fund based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on General, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Michael has over 39 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Los Angeles, CA
- Experience
- over 39 years
- Known for
- General · Personal Injury · Workers Comp
- Handles General, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp matters from Los Angeles, CA.
- Over 39 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Michael Arthur Salzmann: Michael Arthur Salzmann is a state comp ins fund based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on General, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Michael has over 39 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Michael takes on
Michael concentrates on general, personal injury, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
General
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Personal Injury
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Workers Comp
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General cases in Los Angeles, California
Michael takes general matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Los Angeles, California
Michael takes personal injury matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Workers Comp cases in Los Angeles, California
Michael takes workers comp matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Michael Arthur Salzmann — general lawyer in Los Angeles
Michael Arthur Salzmann is a state comp ins fund based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on General, Personal Injury, and Workers Comp. Michael has over 39 years of legal experience.
Michael Arthur Salzmann is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, subrogation, personal injury. Michael received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1964, and has been licensed for 39 years. Michael practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Working with Michael on a general matter
Michael Arthur Salzmann is a lawyer practicing workers compensation, subrogation, personal injury. Michael received a B.A. degree from Pomona College in 1964, and has been licensed for 39 years. Michael practices in Los Angeles, CA.
Who Michael represents
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for general, personal injury, and workers comp matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Southwestern University School of Law
J.D. · 1987
Pomona College
B.A. · 1964
Jurisdictions
Michael's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1997 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1987 · ACTIVE
California
1987 · ACTIVE
Michael studied at J.D. in Southwestern University School of Law and B.A. in Pomona College.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed J.D. in Southwestern University School of Law and B.A. in Pomona College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Michael Arthur Salzmann's office in Los Angeles
Michael's primary office is at 880 W 1st St Apt 615, Los Angeles, CA, 90012-2474. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Michael Arthur Salzmann — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new general attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a general attorney in Los Angeles, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many general matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Michael
Michael discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in general practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every general matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michael's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many general practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michael Arthur Salzmann
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a general case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michael offer a free consultation?
Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some general attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.
How long do general cases in California typically take?
Simple general matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Michael is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Michael will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Michael?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michael accepting new general clients right now?
Michael's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
General attorneys serving Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California
Michael handles general matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified general attorneys in that community.
- Los Angeles39,975 attorneys
- San Francisco26,380 attorneys
- San Diego16,903 attorneys
- Sacramento10,561 attorneys
- Irvine6,831 attorneys
- Oakland5,709 attorneys
- San Jose5,009 attorneys
- Palo Alto4,084 attorneys
- Beverly Hills3,348 attorneys
- Newport Beach3,106 attorneys
- Pasadena2,894 attorneys
- Santa Monica2,756 attorneys
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