Michael Stuart Zucker, Entertainment Attorney in Culver City, California
Over 43 years of legal practice
Culver City, CA
Practicing entertainment in Culver City since 1983.
- 43+
- Years practicing
- 2
- Bar admissions
Practices in
Are you Michael Stuart Zucker?
This profile was built from public bar records and is still unclaimed. Claim it free to control your photo, bio, and fees — and get client inquiries sent straight to you.
Quick answer
Michael Stuart Zucker is an attorney based in Culver City, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment. Michael has over 43 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Culver City, CA
- Experience
- over 43 years
- Known for
- Entertainment
- Handles Entertainment matters from Culver City, CA.
- Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Michael Stuart Zucker: Michael Stuart Zucker is an attorney based in Culver City, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment. Michael has over 43 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Michael takes on
Michael concentrates on entertainment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Entertainment cases in Culver City, California
Michael takes entertainment matters in Culver City, 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 Stuart Zucker — entertainment lawyer in Culver City
Michael Stuart Zucker is an attorney based in Culver City, CA. The practice focuses on Entertainment. Michael has over 43 years of legal experience.
Michael Stuart Zucker is a lawyer practicing entertainment. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin at Madison in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years. Michael practices in Culver City, CA.
Working with Michael on a entertainment matter
Michael Stuart Zucker is a lawyer practicing entertainment. Michael received a B.S. degree from University of Wisconsin at Madison in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years. Michael practices in Culver City, CA.
Clients Michael works with
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for entertainment matters in Culver City and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of California School of Law at Los Angeles
J.D. · 1982
University of Wisconsin at Madison
B.S. · 1979
Jurisdictions
Michael's state bar admissions
Minnesota
1984 · ACTIVE
California
1983 · ACTIVE
Michael studied at J.D. in University of California School of Law at Los Angeles and B.S. in University of Wisconsin at Madison.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed J.D. in University of California School of Law at Los Angeles and B.S. in University of Wisconsin at Madison. 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 Stuart Zucker's office in Culver City
Michael's primary office is at 4354 Jasmine Ave, Culver City, CA, 90232-3427. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Michael Stuart Zucker
Michael has not yet collected verified client reviews on LawyersListed. Reviews here are all from confirmed clients; anonymous ratings are moderated out.
No reviews yet
Only verified clients who have consulted with Michael Stuart Zucker can leave a review.
Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Michael Stuart Zucker — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new entertainment 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 entertainment attorney in Culver City, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many entertainment 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 entertainment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every entertainment 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 entertainment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michael Stuart Zucker
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a entertainment 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 entertainment attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.
How long do entertainment cases in California typically take?
Simple entertainment 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 Culver City?
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 entertainment 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
Entertainment attorneys serving Culver City, Los Angeles and San Francisco in California
Michael handles entertainment matters throughout California. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified entertainment attorneys in that community.
- Culver City778 attorneys
- 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
More counsel
Other top-rated entertainment attorneys in California
If Michael's intake is full or the fit isn't right, these entertainment attorneys in Culver City handle similar matters. Every profile below is verified and open to consultations.





