DILIGENT
DEDICATED
PROFESSIONAL
AFFORDABLE

My name is Michael S. Nakh, and I am a first-generation attorney. My path to law began when I was sued for a million dollars by a con artist shortly after opening my first business. This experience, while challenging for my family and me, led to working with an exceptional attorney who helped resolve my case. It was then that I realized my calling was to pursue a career in law—not just to protect myself, but to help others navigate difficult legal situations.

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What truly sets me apart is my extensive and diverse professional background before and during my legal career. I built and operated a successful transportation company that served celebrities and high-net-worth individuals, earning recognition in media coverage and received multiple awards. I successfully expanded the business through strategic acquisitions of other transportation companies and continue to grow the business into complementary areas. My real estate experience spans roles as a licensed agent, acquisition analyst, and commercial property manager, with a track record of successfully purchasing properties at auctions. Additionally, I worked as an insurance agent handling comprehensive coverage across all lines of insurance. I also work as a music producer with credits alongside famous artists, which has given me firsthand experience with intellectual property, entertainment contracts, and the complex business dynamics of the creative industry.​ In addition to being a licensed attorney, I am a certified paralegal, giving me comprehensive understanding of legal processes from multiple perspectives.

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This diverse professional foundation gives me unique insights into the challenges my clients face. When representing business owners, I understand operational pressures because I've built companies from the ground up, and I can structure business succession plans that ensure smooth transitions while minimizing tax implications. When handling real estate transactions, I know the market dynamics from both sides of the deal, and my extensive real estate background provides invaluable insight when structuring estates with real property, advising on property transfers, and maximizing tax benefits for real estate holdings. When reviewing insurance matters, I grasp the coverage nuances that can make or break a claim. When representing clients who need trusts, wills, and estate planning, I understand the deep motivation behind protecting family and preserving legacy. As a father of two who built wealth from the ground up, I am passionate about helping families create comprehensive plans that ensure their hard-earned assets are protected and their loved ones are provided for. I understand also the importance of creating generational wealth and the importance of preserving it for future generations.

 

After years of diverse professional experience, I earned my law degree and passed the California bar examination on my first attempt and scoring in the highest percentile of the National Conference of Bar Examiners. The State Bar of California selected one of my essays to be featured on their website —a rare honor that reflects exceptional performance among thousands of candidates. These achievements are a testament to my dedication and thorough preparation as someone without a family legal background to guide me. My legal practice is informed by real-world experience across multiple industries—I've walked in my clients' shoes. 

 

Beyond representing clients, I'm committed to mentoring the next generation of attorneys as a law professor, sharing both legal knowledge and practical insights. Lastly, I am an active member of the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles and the Los Angeles County Bar Association, organizations that keep me connected to the legal community and current on developments in the law.