About Michael James
Michael James Muellerleile is an attorney specializing in business and real estate law, based in Newport Beach, California. Since his admission to the State Bar in 1998, he has dedicated his career to serving clients in California. Michael holds a Juris Doctor and an MBA, both earned from Pepperdine University in 1998. Prior to that, he completed a Bachelor of Arts at California State University, Long Beach, in 1990. His educational background provides a strong foundation for the complex legal matters he navigates today. In 2005, Michael founded Coast Counsel, A Professional Law Corporation, located at 1000 N Coast Hwy, Suite 6, Laguna Beach, CA 92651.
The firm specializes in various aspects of business law, including business contracts, dissolution, finance, formation, and partnership disputes. Additionally, the firm provides services in real estate law, covering both commercial and residential transactions. As the principal contact for Coast Counsel, he ensures that clients receive tailored legal solutions that meet their needs. Over his 25-year career, Michael has represented clients, including small to medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, investors, and individuals. His practice encompasses entity selection and formation, corporate governance, contract drafting, negotiation, and compliance with state and local legal requirements. Michael is committed to delivering high-quality, personalized service while upholding the highest standards of ethics and professionalism.
His experience allows him to handle both simple and complex legal matters with confidence. In addition to his legal practice, Michael owns and manages a portfolio of properties across California and Utah, with a focus on short-term rentals. This venture not only complements his legal expertise but also provides him with practical insights into real estate transactions. Outside of work, he enjoys spending quality time with his wife, Linda, and their two sons, Weston and Taylor. An avid surfer and skier, Michael often travels with his family to warm-water surf destinations or the mountains, creating lasting memories together. Michael is admitted to practice in California and the U.S.
District Court for the Central District of California. His active license status reflects his ongoing commitment to the legal profession. For more information or to schedule a consultation, prospective clients can contact him at (949) 706-1470 or visit the firm's website at www.coastcounsel.com. Michael's dedication to his clients and his focus on the law make him a advocate in the fields of business and real estate law.
