Michael J. Salmanson

Michael J. Salmanson

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 39 years

Employment and labor Lawyer at Philadelphia, PA
Practice Areas: Employment & Labor, Employee Benefits, Litigation

1500 JFK Boulevard Suite 1230, Philadelphia, PA

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

3

Practice Areas

Employment and Labor 60%

couseling and litigation in every aspect of the employment relationship; discrimination; executive contracts; non-competes, etc.

40 years

60%
Employee Benefits 25%

Internal appeals and litigation of disability, health and pension claims.

37 years

25%
Litigation 15%

general commercial litigation including Litigation under the Federal False Claims Act.

40 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 525-525 per hour

Contingency

36%-40%


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Licenses

Licensed in Pennsylvania for 39 years

State: Pennsylvania

Acquired: 1986

Active

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Location

Salmanson Goldshaw, P.C.

1500 JFK Boulevard Suite 1230, Philadelphia, PA, 19102

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Michael J. Salmanson's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

15 Client Reviews

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Posted by Rob | February 23, 2026 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

High integrity and professionalism

Mike is great. Thoughtful and professional. He truly listens, engages, and works on your behalf with integrity and dedication.

Posted by anonymous | May 4, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent attorney

I had an issue with my past employer at the time. As the issue was clear cut on the surface, the details were complicated, and I didn't know how to go about it and even if I should talk to an attorney. But when I finally decided to contact one, I managed to find Mike, who was nothing short of being h...elpful and understanding. Dealing with the tech industry can be pretty complicated but Mike was not only able to provide competent legal advice with a greatest candor, but also got the details of my work, and understood it to the extent that litigation went very smooth (and this is a great achievement on its own given how stressful legalities can be to a non-lawyer). I always felt comfortable and never felt overlooked by either Mike or his team at any time. Moreover, they were very supportive and flexible with a payment plan, offering a superb service all-around. After litigation, Mike was even empathetic towards my situation; he's not only a legal genius (you can tell when you talk to him), but also a good guy. We prevailed in court and I am as happy as one can be to leave all my troubles behind me. I highly respect Mike and if ever I have legal trouble in the future, he is on my list of people to reach out to if I ever need (for whatever reason that may arise).

Posted by Jen | February 10, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent Attorney!

I needed someone that had expertise with ERISA law and consulted with multiple attorneys before finding my way to Mike. I was dealing with a life insurance claim after losing my spouse. Needless to say this was a very difficult and scary time for me. Mike put me at ease from the moment I met him. ... He absolutely knows this area of the law extremely well and knew the proper way to handle this issue. I found him to be very fair and reasonable with the fee agreement. While it took a long time to resolve, as legal matters often do, Mike never gave up. He kept me informed along the way, talked with me about what was going on, discussed strategy with me and persisted. All the while, he was kind, honest and understanding. In the end, he was able to resolve my claim and got me 100% of the benefit that was owed to me. My family and I could not be more grateful for Mike's knowledge, skill and expertise on this matter.

Posted by anonymous | March 25, 2019 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Attorney Salmanson and his staff were top notch!

Mike never backed down! He knows the law and fought tooth and nail to assure the insurance company paid me the benefits that was due me. In the end, because of Mike’s expertise the insurance company reinstated my benefits. I highly recommend Mike and his staff.

Posted by Erica | June 5, 2017 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Mr. Salmonson gets the job done!

Words cannot express my gratitude to attorney, Michael J. Salmonson of Salmonson Goldshaw P.C. I found myself in situation that lead to an unfair suspension without pay from my job. A close friend's husband immediately referred me to Michael J. Salmonson. Mr. Salmonson and his team quickly respond...ed to my call, even though I called on Saturday. I was so impressed with the understanding shown to me during that awful time. I called and emailed Mr. Salmonson and Andi Paul numerous times during this incident asking for advice and guidance with my written and verbal communication with my employer and they responded each and every time. I want to publicly thank Mr. Salmonson and his wonderful assistant, Andi for their kindness, support, professionalism, and overall performance with this matter. He guided all of my actions throughout the entire process in a timely manner. Fortunately, the matter was resolved successfully and my pay was reimbursed retroactively. I highly recommend Mr. Salmonson and his firm to my family, friends, and anyone seeking legal help for an employment issue at their job. Mr. Salmonson gets the job done!

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Lawyer of the Year Employment Law-Individuals, Phila., Best Lawyers in America

2016

Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Media

2015

Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Media

2015

Best Lawyers, Employment Law, Best Lawyers in America

2014

PA Litigation Firms of the Year - Winner, Employment Litigation, Legal Intelligencer

2014

Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2014

Best Lawyers, Employment Law, Best Lawyers in America

2013

Best Lawyers, employment law, Best Lawyers in America

2013

Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2012

PA Litigation firms of the Year- Runner up in Empl. Litigation, Legal Intelligencer

2012

Best Lawyers, employment law, Best Lawyers in America

2011

Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2010

Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2009

Small firm pro bono award, Equality Advocates

2009

Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2008

Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

2007

Super Lawyer, Law & Politics Magazine

1986

Ann Watson Barber Service Award, University of Chicago Law School

Work Experience

1997 - Present

Attorney, Salmanson Goldshaw, PC

1992 - 1997

Attorney, Mager Liebenberg & White

1990 - 2012

Adjunct Professor, University of Pennsylvania Law School

1986 - 1992

Attorney, Dechert Price & Rhoads

Associations

Philadelphia Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

U.S. ex rel Feldman v. Cornell University and van Gorp

jury verdict and attorneys fee award of approximately $1.6 million; verdict upheld by 2nd Circuit Court of Appeals September 5, 2012

In re John S.

$3.7 million award for plaintiff

Lawson v. Fortis

3rd Circuit Ct. of Appeals upheld judgment for plaintiffs

U.S. ex rel. Bultena v. Highmark

$38.5 million settlement

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Education

1986

University of Chicago Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

1982

Princeton University

A.B.

Speaking Engagements

2016

Television Appearance

Employment in the Gig Economy

2015

21st Annual Employment Law Institute

Disabilites of Current Employees: Long term and short term disability, FLMA and ADA

2013

Webinar

Appropriate Equitable Relief-Post McCutchen

2013

Employment Law Institute

2013 ERISA Update

2013

26th Annual ERISA Litigation Conference

Benefits Litigation Update

2012

ERISA Litigation

Benefits and Retiree Health Litigation

2011

Employment Law Institute

Litigating ERISA Claims

2011

24th Annual ERISA Litigation Conference

Benefits Claim Litigation

2010

23rd ERISA Litigation Conference

Benefits Claim Litigation

Publications

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The Philadelphia Lawyer "The Night I Saw Rosa Parks"

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The Philadelphia Lawyer "Philadelphia Lawyers Pitch Late-Inning Save"
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