Michael Cruz was born and raised in San Diego, California. He graduated from Los Angeles Film School with a bachelor’s degree in business. While at the Los Angeles Film School, Michael was managing and representing artists, actors, and musicians, collaborating with some of the most popular studios and companies in Hollywood.
Michael then attended Liberty University School of Law in Lynchburg, Virginia and earned his Juris Doctorate. As a summer associate, Michael gained valuable experience in Property Law, more specifically, Real Estate Transactions and Construction Defect. This exposure ignited his interest in litigation of Property and has left him intrigued ever since.
Since joining Vernis & Bowling, Michael has been handling general insurance matters with a specific focus on Construction Defect Claims. During his free time, Michael enjoys playing golf and spending time with family and friends.