Michelle Lynn Cote

Michelle Lynn Cote

also known as Michelle L. Cote

5.0
Rating: 9.6

Licensed for 13 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Worcester, MA
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Litigation, Business

40 Jackson Street, Suite 1020, Worcester, MA

About Michelle

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 60%

Car accidents, pedestrian accidents, dog bite/animal attack cases, catastrophic injuries, slip and fall accidents and amusement park/roller coaster accidents. Tort litigation.

14 years

60%
Litigation 30%

All types of civil litigation including foreclosure prevention, business disputes, construction litigation, real property disputes, contract disputes, consumer protection, etc.

14 years

30%
Business 10%

Entity formation, governance and business litigation.

12 years

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 30 minutes

Hourly Rates

$ 400-450 per hour

Contingency

33%-40%

Retainer

Sometimes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check

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Licenses

Licensed in Massachusetts for 13 years

State: Massachusetts

Acquired: 2012

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Ravosa Law Offices, P.C.

40 Jackson Street, Suite 1020, Worcester, MA, 01608

Ravosa Law Offices, P.C.

Offices at the Mariner, 300 Commercial Street, Suite 2, Boston, MA, 02109

Ravosa Law Offices, P.C.

One South Avenue, Natick, MA, 01760

Ravosa Law Offices, P.C.

The Foster Building, 76 West Main Street, Ste. 104, Hyannis, MA, 02601

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Michelle Lynn Cote's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

16 Client Reviews

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Posted by Dan | June 20, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Real Estate

Purchasing multi-family home

Michelle represented me in a complex real-estate transaction and I was able to buy a multi-family home. The process was difficult and confusing for a first time home-buyer, but Michelle was very thorough and made sure I had all the legal protections in place. She went through each document meticulous...ly and made sure that I understood everything I was signing. Michelle made herself available to answer questions throughout the process and took action to keep the closing date on time despite complications that would have otherwise delayed the process. I highly recommend Michelle as an attorney. I would turn to her for representation in any legal matter in the future.

Posted by David | June 05, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Foreclosure

Avoid Foreclosure

I was behind on mortgage payments for a few years on a rental property. I kept having to evict tenants for failure to pay rent and causing damage to a house. I just wanted to give the house back to the bank. Michelle took over the case earlier this year and she was able to convince the bank to take ...the house back. It took several months of negotiations but I came out with $4000 cash for keys. I would recommend Michelle to anyone. She is thorough and persistent which are absolutely necessary when hiring a lawyer to represent you to fight against big banks.

Posted by Alex | May 17, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Business

Personable and Proactive

I feel like Michelle is always looking out for me and my business partners. We have been working together for about a year and half and she has been available to help when problems arise and fast in response to any crazy question I throw her way. She works diligently to serve us and is also very pro...active with her clients. I received e-mails from her whenever there are changes in laws pertaining to my business and impending filing deadlines. Though I know she is busy with tons of other clients, I feel like I'm her only client whenever we are working together. Michelle is professional, hardworking, and very bright. I highly reccomend her.

Posted by Mayra | January 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

Excellent Lawyer

Michelle represented me during a landlord/tenant dispute where I was the tenant. She handled my case in an efficient manner since the beginning and was able to resolve the problem rather quickly. She was professional at all times, very clear in her communications, very knowledgeable in the law and wa...s up front about everything even if it wasn't what I wanted to hear. I would definitely retain her services again if need be in the future!

Posted by Phoebe | December 27, 2015 | Hired Attorney

Above and Beyond!!

Attorney Michelle Cote exemplifies professionalism at its best! She has worked above, and beyond on my case to provide me with the best result possible. She put many many hours on my case, always keeping me informed, answering my concerns, and I have great respect for her work. I highly recommend Att...orney Michelle Cote.

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Michelle Lynn Cote's Lawyer Endorsements

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Maegan Hurley

Litigation lawyer | Sep 05

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Attorney Cote since 2013, when she joined Ravosa Law Offices. Attorney Cote manages our Worcester office, and practices in several areas of the law, including litigation, personal injury, foreclosure prevention, consumer protection, bankruptcy and estate planning. Attorney Cote serves on the board and volunteers her time for the nonprofit I manage, the Massachusetts Debt Relief Foundation, which helps the community by providing pro bono bankruptcy representation to low income individuals. In working alongside Attorney Cote, I have witnessed her strong commitment to providing comprehensive and successful representation for each and every person she helps. I believe her work in the community is a strong example of someone who has achieved success for herself, and for those around her, through a strong work ethic and compassion for others."

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Richard Ravosa

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 14

Relationship: Supervised lawyer

"I have personally worked with Attorney Cote on complex civil litigation cases, business litigation and personal injury litigation. Her analytical and organizational skills are outstanding and her ability to communicate orally and in writing are two of the most effective tools that she uses to the benefit of her clients. I fully endorse her."

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Cynthia Ravosa

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this Attorney. Attorney Michelle Cote is one of the most respected, knowledgeable personal injury attorneys. Attorney Cote has been regarded as an exceptionally talented lawyer, who aggressively advocates for her clients. Attorney Cote is highly professional and exceptionally knowledgeable about Massachusetts personal injury law and vehicle accidents. Attorney Cote has mastered the balance necessary to fight zealously for her clients while maintaining courteous relationships with the court and adversaries, which is critical in obtaining excellent results for clients. Attorney Cote works hard for her clients, cares about them, is an effective negotiator and obtains the best possible outcome for her clients."

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Cynthia Ravosa

Bankruptcy and debt lawyer

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Ellen Shimer-Brenes

Employment and labor lawyer

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Richard Ravosa

Chapter 7 bankruptcy lawyer

Experience

Rating:  9.6 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Top 100 - Civil Plaintiff, The National Trial Lawyers

2024

Pro Bono Publico Recognition, United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Massachusetts

2024

Top 100 - Civil Plaintiff, The National Trial Lawyers

2023

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2023

Rising Star Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters

2022

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2022

Rising Star Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters

2022

Pro Bono Publico Recognition, United States Bankruptcy Court - District of Massachusetts

2021

Rising Star Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters

2021

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2021

Pro Bono Publico Recognition, United States Bankruptcy Court - District of Massachusetts

2020

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2020

Rising Star Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters

2020

Pro Bono Publico Recognition, United States Bankruptcy Court - District of Massachusetts

2019

Pro Bono Publico Recognition, United States Bankruptcy Court - District of Massachusetts

2019

Rising Star Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters

2019

Top 40 Under 40, The National Trial Lawyers

2018

Pro Bono Publico Recognition, United States Bankruptcy Court - District of Massachusetts

2017

Pro Bono Publico Recognition, United States Bankruptcy Court - District of Massachusetts

2017

40 Under 40, Worcester Business Journal

2016

Pro Bono Publico Recognition, United States Bankruptcy Court - District of Massachusetts

Associations

2020 - Present

Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys

Member

2019 - Present

The National Trial Lawyers

Member

2017 - Present

Worcester County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

"Driver trying to park plows into restaurant, hits patron"

$600,000 Settlement

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Education

2012

Massachusetts School of Law at Andover

JD - Juris Doctor

Languages

English

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