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Michael S. BrophyLitigation Attorney in Los Angeles, CA
Withers Bergman, LLP
LitigationPersonal InjuryProbate
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(855) 969-5510
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Los Angeles, CA, US
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About
Michael S. Brophy is a seasoned attorney with Withers Bergman, LLP, practicing in the areas of litigation, trusts, probate, and elder law. Based in Los Angeles, he advises clients on a wide range of matters involving trust and estate disputes, probate administration, and issues affecting older adults and their families. With a practice grounded in practical problem-solving and careful legal analysis, Mr. Brophy helps clients navigate sensitive and often complex legal matters with clarity and confidence. Throughout his career, Mr. Brophy has developed a reputation for providing thoughtful, client-focused representation tailored to each matter’s unique needs. He understands that disputes involving trusts, estates, and elder law can carry both financial and personal significance, and he works diligently to protect his clients’ interests while pursuing efficient and effective resolutions. His litigation experience further supports his ability to advocate persuasively in contested matters, whether in court or through strategic negotiation. At Withers Bergman, LLP, Mr. Brophy brings a professional, steady approach to each case, combining legal insight with a commitment to responsive service. He values clear communication and works to ensure clients remain informed at every stage of the process. From probate and trust administration to complex litigation and elder law concerns, Michael S. Brophy is dedicated to helping clients address important legal challenges with skill, discretion, and care.
About Litigation Law
Litigation attorneys represent clients in civil lawsuits, handling all aspects of disputes from filing through trial and appeal. They are skilled advocates in and out of the courtroom. Common matters include civil disputes, business litigation, contract disputes, appeals.
Credentials
Education
1998 Harvard University Law School JD - Juris Doctor 1995 American University BA - Bachelor of Arts
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2020 Top Minority Lawyer of Los Angeles, Los Angeles Business Journal 2019 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine 2018 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine 2017 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine 2016 Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
Publications
2019 Family Capital Animal Capital (quoted) 2019 International Trust and Divorce Litigation, 3rd Edition California: Trusts and Divorce 2018 Trusts & Estates Preventing and Avoid Costly Conflicts 2018 CNET Four Days, $245 million: How Waymo v. Uber Came to an End (quoted) 2018 San Francisco Chronicle Uber to Pay Waymo $245 Million to Settle Blockbuster Self-Driving Secrets Case (quoted)
Associations
2019 - Present Los Angeles Superior Court Civil Bench Bar Committee Member 2018 - Present Los Angeles County Bar Association Diversity in the Profession Committee Member 2017 - Present LGBT Bar Association of Los Angeles Board of Governors American Bar Association Member Los Angeles County Bar Association Member
Speaking
2018 San Fernando Valley Bar Association Pre-Death Trust Litigation 2018 Conejo Valley Estate Planning Council The Kids Are Not Alright: Drafting Estate Plans to Prevent Future Public Family Disputes 2018 Beverly Hills Bar Association Help! The Gardener is Stealing My Inheritance! 2014 UCLA Tax and Estate Planning Law Association Lunch What Every Future Lawyer Needs to Know About Serving as the Family Fiduciary 2008 Beverly Hills Bar Association Meeting Perspectives on Trustee Fees: Evaluating `Reasonableness' in Trust Planning, Administration and Litigation
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Updated: Oct 27, 2026