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C. Michael Tarone
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Biography
I have represented employees and commercial interests for over 30 years. I have advocated for individuals who have been victims of unlawful discrimination, retaliation, whistle blower retaliation, and civil rights deprivation. I have also represented owners, partners and corporations in a broad range of commercial litigation matters, including fraud, breach of contract, abuse government regulation, and other commercial matters. Across both employment and commercial cases, I confront wrongdoing head-on, expose abuse, and enforce accountability under the law. My loyalty to my clients—and the trust they place in me—is unwavering.
I offer a free one-hour consultation, represent clients on a contingent-fee basis, and provide pro-bono services in appropriate circumstances when justice demands it.
After earning degrees from Georgetown University and Georgetown Law, I law clerked for a prestigious federal judge in New York City, served in the U.S. Department of Justice and the Executive Office of the President, Attorney in the Executive Office of the President, Member Bryant Inn of Court, Member of D.C. Board of Appeals, President of the Counsellors and Member of the Civil Pro Bono Panel, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.
I spent decades representing individuals, domestic and international corporations in high-stakes litigation, non-litigation and regulatory matters, advising clients from small businesses and political figures to global enterprises across industries including aircraft manufacture, real estate development, intermodal container shipping, banking, healthcare, customs, investigations, insurance company regulation, lobbying and election law. That experience taught me to assess cases early, anticipate defenses, opposing strategies, and prosecute claims with precision and relentless focus.
Today, I bring that same in depth experience, intensity and trial-ready mindset to individuals who are the victims of discrimination, executives and growing companies who need an experienced lawyer prepared to fight—and win, whether in court or adminstrativdde agency and otherwise. Every case reflects a work ethic forged through years of competition in intercollegiate rowing: never retreat, press harder under pressure, finish strong, and prevail.
Employment and business law:
- Discrimination-- harassment, retaliation, and age
- Wage, salary, and commission theft
- Whistleblower
- Contract disputes
- Counseling small and midsize corporations
- Government regulations
Member, D.C. Bar only
I take cases on contingent fee, and pro bono in appropriate circumstances
Practice Areas
2
Practice Areas
Employment and Labor
70%
30 years
Litigation
30%
40 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
$ 375-450 per hour
Payment Methods
- Check
Awards
2026 2018
Licenses
Licensed in District of Columbia for 53 years
State: District of Columbia
Acquired: 1972
No misconduct found
Licensed in New York for 54 years
State: New York
Acquired: 1971
No misconduct found
Location
C Michael Tarone, Esquire
1850 M Street, NW, Suite 1060, Washington, DC, 20036
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Practice Areas
Employment & Labor (6)
Lawsuits & Disputes (4)
Contracts & Agreements (3)
Corporate & Incorporation (2)
Discrimination (2)
Litigation (2)
Business (1)
Debt & Lending Agreements (1)
Debt Collection (1)
Land Use & Zoning (1)
Landlord & Tenant (1)
Mergers & Acquisitions (1)
Personal Injury (1)
Probate (1)
Wills & Living Wills (1)
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 reviews | Trustworthiness
Posted by Fernando | April 03, 2026 | Hired Attorney | Mergers & Acquisitions
Outstanding Attorney and Trusted Advisor
I have known Mike for over 30 years—first as a highly effective attorney, and later as a close friend. Throughout that time, he has consistently demonstrated clarity, honesty, and a practical, results-oriented approach. While Mike built his reputation as a skilled trial lawyer, his more than 40 years...
Posted by Zia | April 18, 2018 | Landlord & Tenant
A Laywer with a mission
I have known Micheal Tarone for over six years. He is knowledgeable, dependable, and completely thorough in his job. He has a charming personality and is extremely courteous in his dealings with people. He very successfully dealt with a very vexatious tenant of mine without ruffling feathers but with...
C. Michael Tarone's Lawyer Endorsements
"Passonate lawyer with great experience. He is ethical and will pursue a case on behalf of a client with great zeal."
"I endorse this lawyer. Mike is brilliant, and works harder than anyone else. He is totally committed to his clients."
"Mike Tarone is a fantastic lawyer. Honest, trustworthy, steadfast, faithful. On top of all this he has a top notch personality and a great sense of humor. He is well respected in the local bar and by judges, mediators and arbitrators in the Washington, DC area. He is well liked by everyone I know who knows him. I have never seen Mike in front of a jury but I imagine that he is very well received since he is so personable and real. I highly recommend Mike for any engagement."
"Mike Tarone is the real deal. Totally committed to obtaining justice for his client!"
"Mr. Tarone is a first class lawyer. I learned much in working with him. I encourage young lawyers to seek him out as a mentor."
"I endorse this lawyer."
Scott Bloch
Employment and labor lawyer
Experience
Work Experience
1983 - Present
Managing Attorney, C Michael Tarone PC
1984 - 2018
Of Counsel, Michaels and Wishner
1971 - 1972
Judicial Law Clerk, United States District Court for Eastern District of New York
Associations
2000 - Present
Metropolitan Washington Employment Lawyers AassociationMember
2000 - Present
United States District Court for District of ColumbiaMember of Pro Bono Panel
1971 - Present
District of Columbia BarMember
2013 - 2014
The CounsellorsBoard of Directors
2003 - 2004
William B. Bryant American Inn of CourtBoard of Directors
1995 - 1996
The CounsellorsPresident
1985 - 1998
National Institute for Trial AdvocacyGraduate
Sample of Legal Cases
carroll v. fremont Investment & loan, DC, Case NO. 1:08-cv-0009000
Settled and dismissed
Demby v. Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
Settled and dismissed
Nwachukwu v. Karl (222 F.R.D. 208) (D.D.C. 2004)
Prevailed in action for contract damages
City of Girard v. Leatherworks Joint Venture (2001-2005) (Trumbull Cnty. Common Pleas
Resolved
Leatherworks Partnership v. Berk Realty, Inc. (2004-2005) (2005 WL 3059623) (N.D. Oh. 2005)
Resolved
Jones v. INOVA Health Systems Foundation (2002-2005) (D.D.C. Case No. 1:02-cv-06615)
Resolved
MacIntosh v. National Association of Realtors (355 F. Supp. 2d 223)( D.D.C. 2005) (310 F. Supp. 2d 240) ( D.D.C. 2005) •
Resolved
MacIntosh v. National Association of Realtors (355 F. Supp. 2d 223)( D.D.C. 2005) (310 F. Supp. 2d 240) ( D.D.C. 2005) •
Resolved
Barton v. District of Columbia (1999-2005) (817 A.2d 834) (D.C. 2003)
Prevailed
Nwachukwu v. Karl (222 F.R.D. 208) (D.D.C. 2004)
Prevailed in action for contract damages
Ware v. Nicklin Associates, Inc. (2007-2008) (D.D. C. Case No. 1:08-cv-Act. No. 00233)
Issue resolved
Plight v. Unlimited Security, Inc.(1997-2003) (D.C. Sup. Ct. Case No. 1197-CA-006167)
Won jury verdict for plaintiff
Scott v. MVM Security, Inc. (2000-2004) (D.C. Sup. Ct. 2000-cv-00846)
Resolved
Suggs v. GTE Government Systems, Inc. (1998-2000) (D.D.C Case No. 1:98-cv-0027)
Prevailed
Gebremdhin v. Avis Rent-A-Car System (1995-1997) (669 A.2d 1202) (D.C. 1997)
Prevailed
Gebremdhin v. Avis Rent-A-Car System (1995-1997) (669 A.2d 1202) (D.C. 1997)
Prevailed
Polkinghorn v. Georgetown University (1994-1997) (1:94-cv-02041)
Settled
Leatherworks Partnership v. Boccia (2004-2008) (N.D. Oh. Case No. 4:04-cv-2333) • Leatherworks
Resolved
Ware v. Nicklin Associates, Inc. (2007-2008) (D.D. C. Case No. 1:08-cv-Act. No. 00233)
Issue resolved
Ware v. Nicklin Associates, Inc. (2007-2008) (D.D. C. Case No. 1:08-cv-Act. No. 00233)
Issue resolved
Ware v. Nicklin Associates, Inc. (2007-2008) (D.D. C. Case No. 1:08-cv-Act. No. 00233)
Issue resolved
Ware v. Nicklin Associates, Inc. (2007-2008) (D.D. C. Case No. 1:08-cv-Act. No. 00233)
Issue resolved
Ware v. Nicklin Associates, Inc. (2007-2008) (D.D. C. Case No. 1:08-cv-Act. No. 00233)
Issue resolved
Demby v. Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (2006-date) (D.Md. Case No. 1:06-cv- 1816)
Settled
City of Girard v. Leatherworks Joint Venture (2001-date) (Trumbull Cnty. Common Pleas Court 1999-cv-1084)
Settled
Navy Friends, Inc. v. Korkeski, Director, Ohio EPA (2008-date) Comm, Case No. ERAC 996183)
Settled
Ohio EPA v. Navy Friends, Inc. and Berk Realty, Inc. (2008-date) •
Settled
(2008-date) (Ohio Environmental App. Comm, Case No. ERAC 996183)
Settled
Kensil v. Union Labor Life Insurance Co. (2004-2009) (D.C. Sup. Ct. 2005-cv-00731)
Settled
Carroll v. Fremont Investment & Loan (2007-date) (D.D.C. Case No. 1:08-cv-000900)
Settled with client very pleased
Carroll v. Wells Fargo Home Mortgage
Settled
Education
1970
Georgetown University
JD - Juris Doctor
1967
Georgetown University
BSBA
Publications
1993
District Of Columbia Bar Association, Litigation Section
Case Summaries
1971
Federal Bar Assocation
Job Opporunties
Languages
English