Prior to working at Carrington Coleman, Michael represented many of the world’s largest insurance companies, providing them with coverage advice and litigation defense. Now he brings that invaluable experience to the commercial policyholder side, using his knowledge of how insurance companies work to maximize insurance recovery for his clients.  He knows how to persuade insurers to resolve claims prior to litigation wherever possible, but he also knows how to mount the strongest litigation offensive if that fails.

As a former law clerk, Michael enjoys the intricacies of civil procedure and motion practice. As a former English teacher with a Master’s in Medieval Literature, Michael excels in closely analyzing coverage to find the most persuasive arguments. He has won motions to dismiss, motions for summary judgment, motions to compel, motions in limine, and appellate arguments—always by pursuing the clearest yet most innovative way to argue his client’s case. Perhaps most importantly, Michael’s clients find that he puts them at ease with the litigation process—particularly in preparing for depositions, hearings and trial—and that he is adept at explaining complex legal concepts in an approachable manner.