Michael Ball

Michael Ball, Esq.

Michael Ball is a Southern California native who is committed to public service and building power among all members of society, especially those who are most disadvantaged.

Prior to joining Waterson Huth & Associates, Michael worked with the Children’s Defense Fund’s California team to support grassroots organizing groups dedicated to making state and local changes in education. He advocated alongside students and families to help them collaborate with school staff to support positive results for K-12 students. His experience supported changes that are still in place today and the communities he supported are continuing their advocacy using the skills and power they wield.

 At Waterson Huth & Associates Michael consults with a Los Angeles County Regional Center concerning legal issues that affect their clients and their families. He primarily supports the Regional Center with their court-involved clients to support the best possible outcome for them. Additionally, Michael supports private clients with conservatorship petitions for their loved ones who need support managing their daily affairs.

Michael received his undergraduate degree from the University of Florida, majoring in Criminology, minoring in Anthropology, and a certificate in Latin American Studies. He received his JD from the University of Southern California Gould School of Law.

Areas of Practice

• Limited Conservatorships
• Consultation to Regional Centers
• Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Act

Bar Admissions

• California, 2023

Education

• Juris Doctorate – 2020 from University of Southern California, Gould School of Law, Los Angeles, California
• Bachelor of Arts, Criminology with a minor in Anthropology and a Certificate in Latin American Studies – 2016 from University of Florida, Gainesville, Florida

Professional Associations and Memberships

• Los Angeles County Bar Association