Michael A. Fox

Michael A. Fox is of counsel at Shjeflo, Riley & Cruz LLP, where he represents clients in a wide spectrum of civil litigation matters. His practice includes trust and estate disputes, commercial litigation, environmental issues, toxic torts, and products liability. With decades of experience, he provides strategic evaluation of complex legal conflicts and delivers practical, results-oriented representation.

Michael is known for his analytical discipline, thorough preparation, and ability to guide clients through matters requiring careful navigation of risk, procedure, and substantive law.

Michael earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of South Dakota in 1981, followed by his Juris Doctor from the University of California, Hastings College of the Law in 1984. His academic training established the groundwork for a litigation career defined by strong legal reasoning and focused advocacy. He is admitted to practice in California and in the Northern and Eastern Districts of California, allowing him to represent clients in both state and federal courts.

Michael’s background includes extensive experience handling disputes involving fiduciary duties, contested estates, contractual disagreements, and matters involving hazardous substances and product defects. His litigation practice spans all phases of case development, including investigation, discovery, motion practice, negotiation, and trial preparation.

Michael approaches each case with a commitment to understanding the nuances of the legal and factual issues, ensuring clients receive informed and effective representation aligned with their objectives.

Michael A. Fox remains active in the legal community through his involvement in the State Bar of California, the San Mateo County Bar Association, and the Silicon Valley Bar Association. His long-standing engagement with these organizations reflects his dedication to upholding high professional standards and continuing legal education.

Through disciplined advocacy and a collaborative approach, Michael provides clients with reliable, experienced counsel to address a wide range of civil litigation challenges.

Law Office Affiliations

• Of Counsel, Shjeflo, Riley & Cruz LLP
• Member, State Bar of California
• Member, San Mateo County Bar Association
• Member, Silicon Valley Bar Association

Licensed State

• California

Education

• Hastings College of Law, University of California
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of South Dakota
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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