Responsive, Professional, and Truly Exceptional When I needed help navigating a separation agreement, I reached out to numerous law offices -- Michael Trust was the only one who even bothered to respond. That alone set the tone for the entire experience. From start to finish, Michael was remarkably prompt and attentive. Every question I had was met with a timely, clear response, and he consistently provided guidance without making me feel rushed or overlooked. What impressed me further was how he explained complex legal concepts in plain language, so I always understood exactly where things stood. The process was handled with professionalism and transparency -- his pricing was fair, his demeanor was trustworthy, and despite the inherently stressful nature of a separation, he made the experience far more manageable than I anticipated. The agreement was finalized successfully, and I credit that outcome largely to his diligence. If you're looking for an attorney who is responsive, communicates clearly, and genuinely advocates for your needs -- look no further than Michael Trust Law, APC. Highly recommended. read more

I hired Michael during a really stressful stretch, and he was exactly who I needed. He actually picked up the phone, walked me through my options, and never rushed me into a decision. A few times, I reached out worried about something, and he got back to me promptly. He is direct and practical. I'd hire him again without thinking twice. read more

From our very first conversation, I felt like I could trust Michael. He had great communication and dedication. He took the time to answer all my questions and explain things clearly, which made a stressful process feel manageable. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone in need of an employment attorney. read more

I initially reached out to Mr. Trust for a free consultation, and he made such a strong impression that a few months later I contacted him again when I needed help settling a contract dispute. Working with him throughout the entire engagement was a very positive experience. Mr. Trust took the time to clearly explain my options and set realistic expectations about possible outcomes. He was consistently responsive during the day and always communicated in advance if he would be out of the office and there might be a delay. That level of transparency made the process much less stressful. His rates were reasonable, and he was upfront about how many hours the matter might take, which I appreciated. Overall, I was very satisfied with both the results and the professionalism he demonstrated. I absolutely recommend Mr. Trust to anyone looking for reliable and honest legal guidance. read more

I hired Michael to assist me with a dispute involving a former employer. From our initial consultation, I was impressed by his ability to quickly understand the situation and candidly provide realistic options for how to move forward. His prior experience as an HR professional truly stood out and gave me confidence that he could draw on both legal and practical workplace insight when advising me. Throughout the entire matter, Michael was responsive, attentive, professional, and reliable. He was a strong advocate for me throughout the process, and I especially appreciated that he consistently communicated potential risks and helped me make informed decisions along the way. I highly recommend Michael to anyone seeking honest, practical, and reliable legal guidance in employment-related disputes. read more

Excellent employment attorney. Very knowledgeable and truly cares about his client.

I had an outstanding experience working with Michael Trust. From start to finish, the process flowed beautifully. He was incredibly prompt, diligent, and consistently on top of every detail of my case. What truly stood out was how committed he is to educating his clients--he took the time to explain each step clearly, making sure I felt informed and confident throughout. Michael communicated frequently and proactively, always keeping me updated and never leaving me wondering where things stood. His professionalism, ethical approach, and reasonableness made the entire experience feel seamless and stress-free. Most importantly, he successfully helped me recoup my money. My former employer was very difficult to deal with and tried to dodge Micheal's attempts to collect. Micheal was able to manage that issue consistently and work effectively with my previous employer to accomplish my goals which resulted in my payment. It was a sheer pleasure working with someone so competent, responsive, and clearly at the top of his game. I would highly recommend Michael Trust to anyone looking for an attorney who is not only skilled, but also genuinely invested in their client's understanding and outcome. read more

I couldn't have made it through my negotiation without Michael. His detail, responsiveness, and support were crucial to getting what I needed. read more

I recently had the pleasure of meeting with Attorney Michael Trust for a consultation, and it was time well-spent. My case was not one that he felt best suited him, so he referred me to a trusted colleague. The three of us then met via zoom to discuss my legal needs. Three things impressed me about Attorney Trust: 1) Before the meeting, he stayed in constant contact, letting me know that he was working to schedule the consultation with his colleague. As a result, I never felt abandoned. 2) During the meeting, he demonstrated that he is a creative thinker who isn't afraid to propose a unique solution to a problem. 3) At the end of the meeting, he checked in with me to see how I was feeling emotionally as this ordeal has been quite painful for me. It is hard to find a conscientious, creative, caring attorney, but Attorney Trust seems to have these positive traits and many more. His practice is new, but he has decades of Human Resources experience that directly translate to employment law, which is what attracted me to him in the first place. I have a strong impression that Attorney Michael Trust has what it takes to successfully help people navigate the challenging legal landscape of California employment law. I'm truly glad that I connected with him. read more

Consulted Attorney Excellent Employment Attorney I was very impressed with my consult. Michael took time to listen to my work issue and offered prompt guidance. I felt his background in Human Resources was instrumental in helping to resolve my employment issue. I highly recommend him and would use him again. Thank you! read more

He was very knowledgeable and generous with his time during the initial consultation. He estimated a certain time it would take if I hired him and stuck with that estimate. His background in HR proved invaluable for our needs and I was very happy with the process and result. read more

"Michael and I attended law school together and during law school, we both law clerked at the same firm, and then Michael also worked for me in my own practice, when I had one. In both roles, Michael handled primarily employment related matters (plaintiff and defense), and also torts, contracts, and real estate matters. Michael is highly, highly skilled in employment law, and has handled many different types of employment related cases and issues in his prior HR career, as a law clerk, and as an attorney. Michael can often find a nuance or obscure law or ruling to help his clients. Michael can easily handle other types of law as well, which he did with me, as he learns very quickly and if he doesn't know the answer, he knows where to find it. Given his HR and legal backgrounds, Michael has seen employment law from both sides of the table. Michael is highly intelligent, inquisitive, and like a dog with a bone if he believes in the case. He genuinely cares for people and his clients. He gives back to his legal and HR communities in many ways. Michael is highly responsive and is willing to help. I refer people to Michael regularly and do so without qualification. I give Michael my highest recommendation, whether you're an employee seeking representation or an employer that needs help with policies, procedures, investigations, defense, etc. read more

Excellent, thorough and follows up! I've known Michael for many years and he's helped me with several matters. In each situation I had a great experience working with him. He's extremely professional, very kind and truly takes the time to fully review the issues during the entire process. His advice was clear and helpful, and he always has been responsive. It really makes a difference to work with someone that genuinely cares and takes time to listen. Highly recommend! read more