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Marcus Joseph Michles II
also known as Michles, Marcus J.
About Marcus
Biography
Marcus J. Michles II is the managing attorney for Michles & Booth, P.A. with offices in Pensacola, Fort Walton Beach and Crestview, Florida. He served in the United States Army with the 82nd Airborne Division, Third Special Forces Group, and the First Special Operations Command. While on active duty, Marcus served as lead trial counsel in a number of highly sensitive and classified trials for the United States Government. After leaving active duty, he joined a statewide medical malpractice defense firm and became the managing partner of the Pensacola office specializing in defending physicians sued for medical negligence. In 1993, Marcus Michles joined the firm of Kerrigan, Estess, Rankin & McLeod, where for eight years he specialized in representing personal injury plaintiffs with an emphasis on medical malpractice.
Along with his wife, Cindy, Marcus J. Michles II founded the Michles & Booth Family Freedom Foundation, a charitable organization dedicated to providing financial assistance in the form of money and professional services (legal, accounting, and financial advice) directly to the families of military, law enforcement and first responders killed or seriously injured in the line of duty. To join efforts to support and honor those who serve, please visit .
Practice Areas
6
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
50%
38 years | 1,500 cases
Medical Malpractice
10%
36 years | 750 cases
Fees and Rates
Cost
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Licensed in Florida for 38 years
State: Florida
Acquired: 1986
Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2006
Location
Michles & Booth, P.A.
501 Brent Lane, Pensacola, FL, 32503
Michles & Booth, P.A.
400 Racetrack Road NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL, 32547
Michles & Booth, P.A.
100 South Ashley Drive, Suite 600, Tampa, FL, 33602
Michles & Booth, P.A.
1502 South Ferdon Boulevard, Crestview, FL, 32536
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Marcus Joseph Michles II's Reviews
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 client reviews from Avvo
Posted by Chris | July 4, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
The Bees Knees Attorney
Second time I've had Mr. Michaels represent me and he outdid himself once again. The results were 1000% beyond expectation and more than I could ever dream of. Marcus went to the mat for me and he will for you. Will use him again if I have occasion to and recommend that you do so as well.
Posted by Barbara | June 5, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Only Firm I Will Ever Use
McKenzie Sorce and Mr. Michles are true professionals who care about their clients and treat them and their cases with the utmost respect. This was an underinsured motorist case and was completed and settled in five months. McKenzie processed everything in a timely manner and guided us throughout th...
Posted by Mary | November 3, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
Very Satisfied Client
Very satisfied with this firm. From the beginning to the finish of my case. I had the same attorney all through my case which was important to me. John Rogers was assigned to my case and I followed his advice..Great Decision! The Pros: Same lawyer (John Rogers) assigned to my case all the way t...
Posted by Steven, investigator | July 22, 2017 | Consulted Attorney
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
Clients are the sole reason we are here
I am retired from Allstate Insurance Company. Four years ago, I saw Marcus in a local restaurant. He recruited me to join his team in Fort Walton Beach. The sole focus of everyone in this firm is the client. Marcus insists that the clients come first, always. That means Saturdays, Sundays, evenin...
Posted by anonymous | March 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
A big thank you!
I was rear-ended, had some injuries. A couple of friends recommended I get a lawyer, and a neighbor recommended Mr. Michels. I did and I'm glad I did. Very professional. I'm very happy with the service I received, as well as the outcome. Thanks!
Marcus Joseph Michles II's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Michles' commitment to his clients is unequaled. He is willing to expend whatever resources and time necessary to achieve the best result possible. There are good lawyers every where. Mr. Michles is a part of the rare group of exceptional lawyers."
"Simply put: if I were seriously injured by auto negligence or medical malpractice, I would want Mr. Michles trying my case. His work ethic and trial skills are second to none."
"Mr. Michles provides a wealth of knowledge both for fellow attorneys and for his clients. If I had a friend or family member injured I would not refer them to anyone else."
"Mr. Michles has a relentless commitment to his client. Many trial attorneys take the easy settlement to avoid the hard path towards trial; Mr. Michles never compromises the client and is always willing to litigate."
"I endorse this lawyer."
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Experience
Professional misconduct
This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2006.
Admonishment issued in FL, 2006
updated on 06/05/2015An admonition means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The Bar gives the lawyer an admonition in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior.
Marcus’s comment:
“Admonishment characterized as "minor misconduct" by the Florida Bar (TFB File #2005-01,014(02S dated 01/04/06) due to failure to use print advertising disclosure on a yellow pages magnet and omission of the word "combined" in stating years of team experience.”
Honors
2021
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
Power List - Most Powerful in Escambia & Santa Rosa Counties, InWeekly
2015
Nation's Top One Percent, National Association of Distinguished Counsel
2015
Top Lawyers in Florida, The Legal Network
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Top Lawyers in Florida, The Legal Network
2014
Excellence Award, United States Trade & Commerce Institute
2013
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2013
Top Lawyers in FL: Highest in Ethical Standards & Prof. Exc., The Legal Network
2013
Excellence in Practice, Florida Super Lawyers
2013
Excellence Award, United States Trade & Commerce Institute
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2001
Board Certified - Civil Trial, Florida Bar
N/A
Multi-Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
N/A
Million Dollar Advocate, Million Dollar Advocates Forum
Work Experience
2001 - Present
Managing Partner, Michles and Booth, PA
1993 - 2001
Attorney, Kerrigan, Estes, Rankin & McLeod
1990 - 1993
Attorney, Colins, Dennis & Truett
1986 - 1990
Captain, United States Army
Associations
2015 - Present
American Academy of Trial LawyersPremier 100
2007 - Present
Florida Justice AssociationEagle Member
2013 - 2015
National Trial LawyersNational Trial Lawyer
2009 - 2015
Michles Family Freedom FoundationFounder
Education
1986
Stetson University College of Law
Law
1983
Furman University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Professional Development Symposium: Spring Into Action
Ethics
2013
Curriculum for Nursing
Legal Issues in Nursing & Healthcare
2011
Training for Dental Hygienist
Ethics & Jurisprudence
2010
2010 FJA Workhorse Seminar
Recommended Strategies Relating to Examination Itself: The Law, Tactics & Strategies of Dealing with and Litigating Issue Related to the Defense Medical Exam
2010
2010 FJA Medical Malpractice Seminar
Medical Malpractice Legislation on the Horizon: Proactive & Defensive
2010
2010 FJA Annual Convention, Annual Review
Notable Cases and Statutes Influencing Your Practice
2008
2008 FJA Workhorse Seminard
Cross-Examination of the Medical Negligence Defendant Physician in Deposition and at Trial
2008
2008 FJA Medical Malpractice Seminar
Keys to Winning at Trial - Jury Selection Through Closing
Publications
2014
Northwest Florida Daily News
Restoring Justice to Med Mal Victims
2010
Sushine State News
Trial Attorneys Put Human Side of Medical Error on Display
Languages
English