Michael Cefali

Michael Cefali

Cefali & Cefali

32158 Camino Capistrano, 207, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

5.0

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Clients praise Cefali & Cefali's compassionate, dedicated service and strong communication. They are known for going above and beyond, fighting for fair settlements, and treating clients like family with care and patience. See all 32 reviews

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Licensed in California

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Fluent in English

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About Michael C.

Michael established his independent legal practice in 2019, building upon his prior experience at Bergener Mirejovsky, APC. Throughout his career, he has represented a substantial number of clients across diverse backgrounds. He is credited with securing millions of dollars in settlements for his cl...

Practice Areas

Personal Injury

Client Reviews

5.0

32 reviews

"I can't say enough good things about my experience with Cefali & Cefali. From the very beginning, I felt like more than just a client , I was treated like family. They took the time to truly understand my situation, supported me through every step of the process, and never once gave up, no matter how tough things got. The team at Cefali & Cefali went above and beyond in every way. They never backed down, no matter the challenge, and fought tirelessly to make sure I received the compensation I truly deserved. If you're looking for someone who will fight for you and won't stop until justice is served, I highly recommend Cefali & Cefali I'm beyond grateful!"

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Omar M.

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a year ago

"My husband and I were rear-ended on the freeway. We felt bad thinking of contacting a lawyer, but after several months of continuous pain and medical treatments, a friend recommended Michael Cefali. From the beginning, he lived up to his core values of integrity, loyalty, and vigorous advocacy. Michael is a dedicated, friendly, and competent attorney who seamlessly represented our interests and ensured the outcome was in our favor. He treated us not like a client, but like family; he was there any time we needed him. He was empathetic to our situation and worked tirelessly with all parties to represent us. We don't trust many people, but we trust Michael and his team and would highly recommend him to anyone seeking a professional, effective, and focused attorney."

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Vitality G.

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5 years ago

"Working with Mike has been amazing. He was recommended to me by a peer that had also been in a bad accident. My peer immediately told me I was doing it wrong and to contact Mike for some guidance. It was very apparent at that time that nobody should let an insurance talk to you without a lawyer. Mike was able to walk me through the whole process and even help get me into better medical treatments than my own insurance. I would recommend Mike to anyone going through what I went through and am thankful for his help in my situation."

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Allen L.

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5 years ago

"After my accident I was flooded with persisting back pain and had to take over three months off of work. The person who hit me was in a rental and when I tried reaching out to him and the insurance I got no reply's. A close friend of mine referred me to Mike and this is when my stress levels dissipated. Mike took care of getting in touch with the insurance company, getting me physical therapy and other treatments that healed my back injury. Mike also got me 80x times the amount the insurance company had offered me and got my car fixed. Mike's empathy and due diligence is exceptional. I would definitely recommend his services if you are in accident. Thank you very much Mike for everything!"

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Ajeenah A.

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5 years ago

"I have nothing but great things to say about Micheal Cefali from Cefali & Cefali. Not only did i get properly cared for legally but emotionally as well. Firstly, Micheal, quick-witted and heart full of passion and loyalty, when it comes to thinking quick and gathering resources he's as good as it gets. Determined "for the people" kind of man he is a strong legal rough neck from kick off to touch down (and trust me, i can guarantee that a touch down with him is bound to be good one, good enough to make u wanna tim tebow that shit till next tuesday)his heavy presence is sure to establish strength in the court room and his wit is sure to fall no shorter than exemplary but those combined are not what makes Micheal rise above the rest and attain true skill and success but its his heart of gold and true nature of passion for not only his client but for the good of all men and all his men to be good and well, even if that means he has to take an L or sacrifice. See now... and to whom ever is reading i want you to know this... if you choose to work with him and even if you win its not the compensation that is what you will earn, for that money be but a temporary wealth... it is the bounty of knowledge and experience that provides one with true wealth for that will last forever... whilst Michael is a goodman and a good lawyer its HIS wealth of knowledge about the greediness of other that bestows his heart of gold because knows not to spread but to cure and the countless mistakes, obstacles, trips, sheer vertical jumps bestowed by injustice that has sharpened his mind also knows not to let the uneducated learn for themselves and not gate-keep information. He makes the choice to not inly be your lawyer but your friend, your ally, and your teacher because he's 100% got you back payment or not*. In my experience i got into a car accident and immediately went to go check to make sure the car who ran the red hit me even though i was injured and burned badly, not only was i met with anger and criticism for "hitting them" which i almost started to believe from the sheer large size of gaslighting goin on and then they tried to immediately strong arm me in court and squeeze every cent even tho i was so nice the whole time and tried to save them from the car, if it weren't for him id be dead meat. Point is, I'm better now and Micheal is s great lawyer, please consider him and trust me when i say this... it will make u change the way u think about lawyers and how much higher normal lawyer standards should be! Sincerely, Christian watt"

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Christian W.

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5 years ago

"I was in a pretty devastating accident about a year ago where my car was totaled and a close friend of mine who was in the car recommended me to Michael Cefali as she had some experience with him in an accident with her brother. I had a wonderful experience with him, I was able to get all the medical treatment I needed for my injuries and he managed to secure a pretty hefty settlement on top of that. Going forwards, I will definitely be coming back to them if anything like this happens in the future and I would recommend the same for anyone else in such a position."

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Lili S.

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5 years ago

Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make a consultation with Michael Cefali?

Michael Cefali typically has availability for consultations within 2-3 business days. You can view their real-time availability and book a slot directly through our online calendar at the top of this page.

Is Michael Cefali accepting new clients?

Yes, Michael Cefali is currently accepting new clients in California. They are eager to assist you with your legal needs.

Can I book a consultation with Michael Cefali online?

Yes, you can easily book a consultation with Michael Cefali online through our website. Simply select a convenient time slot from their calendar at the top of this page.

What areas of law does Michael Cefali specialize in?

Michael Cefali specializes in Personal Injury

What languages does Michael Cefali speak?

Michael Cefali is fluent in English allowing them to effectively communicate with a diverse range of clients.

How long will it take to hear back from Michael Cefali?

You can expect to hear back from Michael Cefali within 24-48 hours. Their team is committed to providing prompt and efficient communication to all prospective clients.

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