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Michael Celio

Michael Celio

USA 2026

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About

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Michael Celio is a trial lawyer with more than two decades of experience trying cases in Silicon Valley and beyond. He is a recognized expert in the field of securities litigation and is particularly experienced in defending venture capital firms and their partners as well as their portfolio companies. He also has deep experience in defending criminal actions brought by the United States Department of Justice and civil enforcement actions brought by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission.

Personal

JD, Harvard University, 1998. MS, London School of Economics & Political Science, 1995. BA, Stanford University, 1994.

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Chambers Guide to the USA

Litigation: Securities - California

Band 2
Band 2

Individual Editorial
Michael Celio is noted for his expertise in handling class action mandates. He acts for both corporates and individuals, and is adept at handling SEC investigations.

Strengths

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  • The results Michael has earned for some of his clients are amazing. He's gotten clients out of cases that he had no business getting them out of.

    Litigation: SecuritiesChambers Guide to the USA
  • He is great at handling difficult clients and does a great job in relationship management.

    Litigation: SecuritiesChambers Guide to the USA

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California

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