Orange Office Location

333 City Boulevard West
Suite 300
Orange, CA 92868

T (714) 221-8336
F (916) 442-1028

Practice Areas

Workers’ Compensation Defense

Background

Michael C. Chavez

Associate Attorney

Orange Office Location

333 City Boulevard West
Suite 300
Orange, CA 92868

T (714) 221-8336
F (916) 442-1028

Practice Areas

Workers’ Compensation Defense

Background

Number of years in Worker's Compensation: 2026
Number of years with Mullen & Filippi, LLP: 0

Career Basics

Michael is an Associate Attorney in Mullen & Filippi’s Orange office. Prior to joining Mullen & Filippi, Michael developed a diverse legal background early on, working as a Law Clerk and Associate Attorney for firms practicing in areas like family law, immigration, criminal law, and civil litigation. Michael has been actively involved in community service and public-sector volunteer work. His experience includes serving as a volunteer Law Clerk with the Los Angeles County and Riverside County District Attorney’s offices, volunteering in various roles with Inland Empire Future Leaders at California State University, and leading an Eagle Scout project with the Boy Scouts of America in Chino.

Education

Michael received his Juris Doctor from the University of La Verne College of Law. While in law school, he served as President of the Student Bar Association, Staff Editor of the Journal of Law, Business, and Ethics, and 1L Representative to the Student Bar Association. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from California State University, Long Beach, where he also served as Fundraising Chair for Theta Chi Fraternity.

Professional Membership

Michael is a member of the California State Bar Association.

Personal Note

In my free time, I enjoy going to the beach, playing pool, and spending time with my Mini Australian Shepherd, Mijo. I also enjoy going on long-distance runs throughout San Diego.