Michael E. McCarthy

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Biography

Michael McCarthy advises clients facing consumer class actions and mass arbitrations nationwide. He represents industry-leading companies across a range of sectors, including apparel, automotive, electronics, financial services, home appliances, personal care products, retail, and video games.

Michael also handles complex commercial litigation, entertainment litigation, and appellate matters. His work and client service have been recognized by Benchmark Litigation, The Legal 500, and The Best Lawyers in America. He is frequently asked to speak and write about class action, mass arbitration, and complex litigation strategies.

Michael regularly volunteers his time for pro bono matters, including asylum, convention against torture, and special immigrant juvenile claims.

Concentrations

•Consumer class actions
•Consumer protection litigation
•Product defect litigation
•False advertising
•Unfair and deceptive trade practices
•Complex commercial litigation
•Financial institutions litigation
•Entertainment litigation
•Construction litigation
•Trials
•Appellate

Recognition & Leadership

Awards & Accolades

•Listed, Benchmark Litigation, “40 & Under - U.S. Edition,” 2025
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, 'Ones to Watch,' Commercial Litigation, 2024-2025
•Listed, The Legal 500 United States, 2022-2025
•Dispute Resolution General Commercial Disputes, 2022-2025
•'Rising Star,' 2022-2024 Dispute Resolution Product Liability, Mass Tort and Class Action - Defense: Consumer Products (Including Tobacco), 2022-2025
•'Next Generation Partners,' 2025
•'Rising Star,' 2022-2024
•Listed, Benchmark Litigation, “40 & Under Hot List,” 2022-2024
•Team Member, Law360 “Products Liability Practice Group of the Year,” 2021
•Team Member, U.S. News - Best Lawyers’ “Best Law Firms” Tier 1 Ranking, “Mass Torts/Class Actions - Defendants,” 2021
•Team Member, Chambers “Chambers USA Guide” Nationwide Ranking, “Product Liability: Consumer Class Actions,” 2022

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Areas of Practice (9)

  • Litigation
  • Class Action Litigation
  • Products Liability & Mass Torts
  • Financial Services Litigation
  • Arbitration & Mediation
  • Entertainment, Media & Sports
  • Appeals & Legal Issues
  • Complex Torts
  • Manufacturing & Supply Chain Industry

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
University of California at San Diego, B.A.
Law School Attended:
University of California, Irvine School of Law, J.D., Lead Article Editor, UC Irvine Law Review, 2014
Year of First Admission:
2014
Admission:
U.S. District Court for the Central District of California; U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of California; U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California; U.S. District Court for the Southern District of California; 2014, California
Memberships:

Professional & Community Involvement

•Member, American Bar Association
•Member, Los Angeles County Bar Association

Reported Cases:
Experience: Representative Matters: Obtained dismissal of four putative consumer class actions against Fortune 50 electronics company alleging consumer protection violations with respect to smartphone devices.; Obtained dismissal of putative consumer class action against one of world's largest automakers alleging vehicle defects in midsize SUVs.; Obtained summary judgment for Fortune 50 national bank on claims alleging defective debit card processing, including successful defense of judgment on appeal.; Defended various consumer mass arbitration campaigns against industry-leading companies, defeating consumer protection, false advertising, and breach of warranty claims under several states' laws.; Obtained dismissal of putative consumer class action against major home appliance manufacturer challenging product emissions.; Successfully compelled arbitration of putative consumer class action alleging consumer fraud with respect to vehicle technologies.; Obtained dismissal of putative consumer class action against Fortune 50 company alleging products exposed consumers to PFAS.; Compelled international arbitration of claims alleging fraudulent investment program.; Compelled arbitration of putative consumer class action alleging fraud with respect to newspaper sales.; Obtained dismissal of putative consumer class action against online retailer involving alleged data breach.; Obtained dismissal of putative consumer class action against major home appliance manufacturer concerning allegedly defective refrigerators.; Obtained dismissal of putative consumer class action against one of world's largest automakers stemming from seatbelt recall.; Obtained dismissal of various consumer protection claims against major electronics distributor concerning allegedly defective laptops.; Obtained summary judgment for commercial lender in lawsuit alleging fraudulent lending scheme.; Obtained dismissal of tortious contract interference claims against Fortune 50 national bank.; Obtained dismissal of discrimination claims against appliance manufacturer after multiweek arbitration.; Obtained dismissal of TCPA claims against homebuilder seeking multimillion-dollar penalties.; Obtained dismissal of lawsuit against professional athlete alleging breach of marketing contract.; Defended entertainment studio in lawsuit alleging breach of contract over exploitation of television series.; Defended talent agency in lawsuit alleging misrepresentations about film project.; Defended national plumbing products supplier against class action alleging violations of Americans with Disabilities Act.; Defended regional construction company against class action involving alleged use of improper materials in residential developments.; Defended regional bank against wrongful foreclosure claims involving commercial center.; Defended Fortune 50 retailer against construction change order and mechanic's lien claims.; Defended Fortune 50 retailer against numerous California Proposition 65 claims.; Defended Fortune 50 retailer against Cal. Bus. & Prof. Code pricing overage claims.; Obtained relief for regional bank pursuing fraudulent transfer claims in bankruptcy adversary proceedings.; Represented international insurers in complex coverage disputes and litigations.; The above representations were handled by Mr. McCarthy prior to his joining Greenberg Traurig, LLP.; Internship: Extern, Justice Richard M. Aronson, California Court of Appeal, Fourth Appellate District, 2013
ISLN:
1000303838

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