Michael Teiman - Newport Beach, CA
Attorney at Bisnar Chase
personal injury Lawyers in Newport Beach, CA
1301 Dove St. STE 120 Newport Beach, CA 92660
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9
Years
Experience
Newport Beach personal injury Lawyer
Updated: 07/27/2026
Areas of Practice
- personal injury
Attorney Information
Overview
Michael K. Teiman is a California personal injury lawyer and trial attorney at Bisnar Chase. He primarily focuses on cases involving personal injury, suing the government, wrongful death, and mass torts. Michael has a successful track record and has always been passionate about using his skills to help plaintiffs seek justice.
Michael Korte Teiman is a trial attorney at Bisnar Chase who works on a wide range of negligence cases involving personal injury, suing the government, wrongful death, and mass torts. He has worked in plaintiff’s-side civil litigation since before even starting law school.
As a passionate and dedicated advocate, Michael has significant experience in effectively and efficiently litigating various case types and maximizing his client’s recovery throughout.
Recognized as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers, an honor reserved for the premier trial attorneys in the nation.
Michael was born and raised in Scottsdale, Arizona, and moved to Huntington Beach, California, when he was fifteen. He loves the area and has been a Southern California resident ever since.
His first job was at Ruby’s Diner on the Huntington Beach pier. Michael ultimately worked at Ruby’s for over a decade, developing and refining his strong work ethic, effective prioritization, and customer service skills.
After graduating from Cal Poly Pomona, Michael went on a seven-week backpacking trip through Europe that helped shape his worldview and empathy for others. During the financial crisis of 2008, he obtained a Master’s Degree in Education from National University. He originally intended to become a teacher, but his desire to practice law took over.
Michael graduated from Loyola Law School in 2017. He enrolled in the evening program in order to continue working and providing for his family while studying.
While he was at law school, Michael participated in multiple activities, clinics, and internships, including: the Center for Conflict Resolution, the Young Lawyers Program, the Human Rights Clinic, intern at SEIU 741, and intern at Navy JAG – Port Hueneme.
Before law school, Michael Teiman worked at a bankruptcy law firm in Orange County until he found a passion for litigation, leading him to work for a high-profile and reputable firm in Los Angeles.
Since passing the bar, Michael has handled many cases successfully, from elder abuse and neglect cases to government claims, insurance bad faith, and consumer class actions.
As an Orange County and Huntington Beach local for over two decades, Michael feels blessed to practice law in his community and is proud to be part of the Bisnar Chase team.
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America 2026 for work in: Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions – Plaintiffs
- Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America 2026 for work in: Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs
Other Sources of Feedback About Michael Teiman
Included on the 2027 Southern California Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2026 Southern California Super Lawyers list
- 2025 Southern California Super Lawyers list
Education
Legal Education
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Loyola Law School,
Los Angeles,
California, 2017
Honors: Center for Conflict Resolution
Honors: Young Lawyers Program
Honors: Human Rights Clinic
Non Legal Education
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National University, 2008
Master’s Degree in Education - Cal Poly Pomona
Current Employment Position(s)
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Associate
Past Positions
- Intern at Navy JAG – Port Hueneme
- Intern at SEIU 741
Pro Bono Activities
- Loyola Law School Orange County Alumni Council
Bar Admissions
- California
- U.S. District Court Central District of California
- U.S. Court of Appeals 9th Circuit
Other Affiliations
- Orange County Bar Association
- Los Angeles County Bar Association
- Orange County Trial Lawyers Association
- Consumer Attorneys of California
- American Association for Justice
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