Our Team

In 2016, Morgan established Counterpoint Legal, a general practice law firm which provides services in the following areas of Law:

Criminal Defense
Juvenile Dependency/CPS/Delinquency Representation
Traffic/DUI
Family Law
Adoptions
Wills, Trusts & Estates
Guardianship/Conservatorship
Consumer Protection
Landlord-Tenant/HOA Issues
Personal Injury
Employment Law
Bankruptcy
Prior to starting his own law firm, he worked with Dependency Legal Group of San Diego (DLG) where he worked as a court appointed defense attorney in the child welfare system for five years and received multiple accolades during his stay.

2011. "Most Creative Closing Argument" bestowed on the individual in the firm of over 50 trial attorneys with the most creative summation at trial.

2012. One of the trial attorneys on the case of Tracy J. V. Superior Court (2012) 202 Cal.App.4th 1415. The case has been cited over 60 times by the California Court of Appeals in subsequent decisions.

2014. "Outstanding Attorney Award", awarded for outstanding legal service and job performance at the DLG throughout the year.

Morgan attended St. Lawrence University earning B.A. in government, with minors in both education studies and global studies. He then earned his law degree in San Diego at California Western School of Law in two years.

In his free time, he enjoys golf, socializing, friendly competition, and hiking. He also spends time teaching SAT & ACT preparation courses for local high school students as well as tutoring for various A.P. classes. Additionally, he has a passion for fitness and competing in physique contests which he discovered through his own weight loss journey, losing about 120lbs between winter 2013 and winter 2015. He participated in the WBFF World Championships in Las Vegas in August 2015.

Michael Wales joined Counterpoint Legal in August 2024 and handles a wide range of civil litigation matters, including personal injury, business litigation, deceptive business practices, and Fair Debt Collection violations. He also serves as general counsel to numerous businesses.

A graduate of Arizona State University College of Law in 1991, Michael has been licensed and actively practicing in both Arizona and California State and Federal Courts for more than 30 years. His career includes service as a prosecutor in both states, a former judge in Arizona, and a highly accomplished trial attorney. His courtroom success has earned him membership in the exclusive Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum® and recognition from Lawyers of Distinction®.

Michael’s background also includes training as an accident investigator with the Houston Police Department and specialized instruction in commercial truck and auto accident reconstruction during his time as a prosecutor. He has tried complex cases involving matters ranging from breach of contract and construction defects to vehicular homicide.

Robert Salgado joins our legal team bringing a breadth of experience in the areas of consumer protection law, personal injury and general civil litigation.

Robert was raised in Yucaipa, California, and earned his Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Davis, followed by his Juris Doctorate from Thomas Jefferson School of Law. Before entering the legal field, Robert spent four years as a political consultant, working on various local, state, and federal elections.

Robert began his legal career at a boutique firm, where he litigated personal injury claims, mass torts, defective medical device cases, and class actions. After several years at the firm, he transitioned to solo practice, gaining extensive experience in a wide range of cases, including Song-Beverly and other consumer protection matters. It was during this time that Robert discovered his true passion for consumer protection law.

Later, Robert joined a prominent national consumer protection firm, where he specialized in nationwide consumer and complex class actions as well as mass arbitrations. In this role, he honed his skills in navigating complex litigation, managing large volumes of cases, and coordinating multi-jurisdictional legal strategies. Robert's expertise in consumer protection law and his ability to effectively handle intricate legal matters contributed to numerous successful outcomes for clients across the country.

Now, as a member of our litigation team, Robert leverages his diverse legal knowledge and expertise to ensure our clients achieve the best possible outcomes in their cases.

Sean S. Jang is a dual-licensed attorney in California and Korea with more than 20 years of experience providing legal counsel and representation in both U.S. and Korean legal matters. His practice covers a broad range of areas, including civil litigation, construction law, corporate law, criminal defense, real estate, family law, bankruptcy, personal injury, immigration law, and employment law.

Sean began his legal career in Korea after passing the highly selective Korean Bar Exam in 2002. He earned his Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) magna cum laude from Pusan National University and completed legal training at the Judicial Research and Training Institute under the Korean Supreme Court, gaining practical experience through internships with courts, prosecutors’ offices, and leading law firms. He later pursued advanced legal studies at Pepperdine University School of Law, focusing on civil litigation, tort law, immigration, real estate, employment law, and estate planning.

Over the years, Sean has successfully handled complex disputes across multiple practice areas and is certified as a specialist in both construction law and criminal law. He has served as a bankruptcy trustee and civil case mediator for Korean courts, managing high-value financial restructuring and dispute resolution matters.

In addition to private practice, Sean has been a trusted outside counsel for government agencies and municipalities, advising on regulatory and administrative matters. He has also served on legal advisory boards and committees for public institutions, contributing to legal and policy decisions. In 2010, he was recognized by the Seoul Bar Association for his outstanding service to the legal profession.

Outside of work, Sean enjoys traveling, golfing, fishing, camping, and running.

Susan Yea is an Of Counsel attorney at Counterpoint Legal who focuses on creating comprehensive estate plans for clients. Licensed to practice law in California since 2011, she holds a Bachelor of Arts from UC Berkeley, a Juris Doctor with distinction in Business Law from Golden Gate University School of Law, and an LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Florida Levin College of Law.

Susan’s background includes working in the tax service groups of Deloitte Tax LLP and Ernst & Young LLP, where she assisted clients with complex U.S. and international tax planning. She has also worked in estate planning firms, guiding families and individuals from diverse backgrounds through strategic asset planning.

In addition to her private practice, Susan serves as Of Counsel to Housing and Economic Rights Advocates, a nonprofit organization, where she provides estate planning services to underserved and underprivileged communities. She also volunteers with Free To Thrive, a San Diego nonprofit, assisting survivors of human trafficking in vacating criminal records across multiple California counties.

Sami joined Counterpoint Legal after completing the University of San Diego’s ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate Program in 2023. She began with the firm as an intern through USD and was soon hired as a full-time paralegal. Sami focuses on family law matters and supports the team in delivering attentive and organized case management.

Before becoming a paralegal, Sami earned her Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies from the University of California, Santa Barbara. After graduation, she returned to her hometown of San Diego to begin her paralegal career and be close to family.

Kiki Mitchell earned a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a minor in Political Science from the University of California, San Diego in 2024. Later that year, she completed the University of San Diego’s ABA-approved Paralegal Certificate Program.

Kiki first joined Counterpoint Legal as an intern through USD’s program and was soon hired as a full-time paralegal. She now provides dedicated support across a range of matters, bringing strong research, organization, and client service skills to the firm.