Michael Cunningham

Michael Cunningham focuses his legal practice on employment law, working on behalf of individuals and small businesses facing workplace-related challenges. He has successfully handled a wide variety of cases involving wage and hour disputes, retaliation, unlawful termination, and violations of employee leave rights. His work aims to protect clients from unfair treatment and uphold their legal rights.

Michael began his academic journey by earning his undergraduate degree before completing his Juris Doctor at the University Of San Diego School Of Law. His legal training provided the foundation for a career dedicated to employment litigation. He now brings years of legal insight to cases involving workplace violence, pregnancy discrimination, disability issues, and labor board claims.

Over the years, Michael has represented employees in complex wage and hour disputes, including unpaid wages, rest and meal break violations, and workplace discrimination. He is dedicated to helping workers enforce their rights, pursue justice, and recover the compensation they are legally owed. Through strategic, personalized advocacy, Michael addresses each client’s concerns with professionalism, responsiveness, and genuine care.

Michael has held leadership roles in several professional associations, including Chair of the San Diego County Bar Association’s Law Practice Management & Marketing Committee. He is an active member of the California Employment Lawyers Association San Diego Inn of Court and maintains memberships in respected groups such as the Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles, the Consumer Attorneys of San Diego, and the American Bar Association.

Michael Cunningham remains dedicated to representing those who face difficult employment challenges. His commitment to each case, paired with his broad experience and active participation in legal organizations, highlights his role as a trusted advocate in employment law. He continues to support the rights of workers across California.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder, Cunningham Law, APC
• Member, Consumer Attorneys of San Diego
• Member, Consumer Attorneys Association of Los Angeles
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, San Diego County Bar Association

Licensed State

• California

Education

• University Of San Diego School Of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)

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