Michael D. McConathy
Michael D. McConathy
Partner
He/Him
"I love learning the operations and management issues facing businesses, and resolving a dispute based on intelligent, organized client support."
Michael D. McConathy
Partner
He/Him
"I love learning the operations and management issues facing businesses, and resolving a dispute based on intelligent, organized client support."
About Michael
Mike advises clients on personal injury, real property, construction, and labor and employment matters. With over two decades of litigation experience, he defends businesses of all sizes, including restaurants, construction firms, equipment suppliers, a major fire apparatus manufacturer, grocery chains, and other Bay Area companies.
He approaches each case as a deep dive into a new business, technology, or process, leveraging his experience, business acumen, and a strong network of experts to deliver effective solutions. His cases have ranged from champagne bottling and fire hydrant valve operation to natural gas transport, restaurant management, and even circus-tent construction.
Areas of Focus
Industries:
Experience
- Secured a favorable outcome in a San Francisco bench trial for a high-profile, local restaurant against employee discrimination claims.
- Defended an elementary school in a due process matter before the California Office of Administrative Hearings where parents alleged failure to identify special education needs.
- Defended an attorney in a disciplinary investigation brought by the State Bar of California, securing a favorable outcome.
- Obtained a complete dismissal of all four attorney defendants in a legal malpractice action where a client claimed a defective defense representation in a real estate matter.
- Represented an estate in a replevin action to recover a stolen collector car worth nearly $2 million.
Recognition
- Golden Gate University School of Law, Moot Court Finalist
- Pennsylvania State University, Navy ROTC Scholarship Recipient
Credentials
Education
- Golden Gate University School of Law, JD, 1997
- Pennsylvania State University, BA, 1990
Bar Admissions
- California
Thought Leadership
Publications
- "Destination Ventures, Ltd. v. F.C.C. and Moser v. F.C.C.: How Much Should the Telephone Consumer Protection Act Restrict Your Phone, Fax and Computer?," Golden Gate University Law Review – Ninth Circuit Survey, Vol. 26 Issue 1
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Interests
Did you know...
Mike enjoys snowboarding, scuba diving, running, hiking the High Sierras, and exploring new places abroad.
Community/Civic Activities
- Piedmont Baseball & Softball Foundation, Board of Directors
Thought Leadership
Publications
- "Destination Ventures, Ltd. v. F.C.C. and Moser v. F.C.C.: How Much Should the Telephone Consumer Protection Act Restrict Your Phone, Fax and Computer?," Golden Gate University Law Review – Ninth Circuit Survey, Vol. 26 Issue 1
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Michael's Insights
Press Release
Oct 11, 2019
Hinshaw Bolsters Personal Injury/Property Damage Practice in San Francisco
Press Release
Oct 11, 2019
Hinshaw Bolsters Personal Injury/Property Damage Practice in San Francisco
