Michael Tam

Michael Tam is an experienced attorney currently serving as University Counsel - Campus Counsel at the California State University (CSU) Office of the Chancellor.1 He joined the CSU Office of General Counsel in July 2018.1

Professional Background

Michael's primary responsibility is advising California State University, Monterey Bay.1 Additionally, he serves as a resource attorney on matters related to:

• Police/Clery/Pitchess Motions
• Employee Discipline
• Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S)
• Campus Safety1

Previously, Michael was part of the Office of General Counsel's Litigation Team, handling various systemwide and campus-based matters in state and federal courts.1

Education

• Doctor of Law (J.D.) from the University of San Diego School of Law, specializing in business law and contract negotiations
• Bachelor of Science in Management Science from UC San Diego

Career History

Before joining CSU, Michael's professional experience included:

• Civil litigator in private practice
• Attorney at Woodruff, Spradlin & Smart for over six years, representing public entities in complex civil cases1
• Law Clerk at Mayfield & Associates
• Attorney at Fernandez & Lauby LLP

Expertise

Michael has developed expertise in various areas of law, including:

• Higher education law
• Labor and employment law
• Civil rights
• Contract law
• Personal injury
• Property damage1

Throughout his career, Michael has established a reputation as a skilled legal professional with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.