I joined Wagner McLaughlin in 2001 and rapidly became one of the partners of the practice. While earning my J.D. at Florida State University, I held a staff position with the Florida State Senate and researched legal issues for a Civil Division judge in the Thirteenth Circuit in Hillsborough County. During my last year of law school, I served as a legislative aide for the Florida Legislative Office of the American Association of Retired Persons. By the time I started practicing law in 1999, I had already gained valuable insight into both the judicial system and the rights of individual citizens.
After being admitted to The Florida Bar, I spent two years serving Hillsborough County as an Assistant State Attorney, where I represented the State of Florida as a prosecutor. I served as the lead attorney in over 35 jury trials and more than 200 bench trials. In all, I was responsible for handling successful prosecutions against thousands of criminals.
Thanks to my time with the State Attorney’s office, I have gained more trial experience than most attorneys achieve in a lifetime of practicing law. Since insurance companies are increasingly opting to take claims to trial rather than settle, my trial experience has proven to be invaluable.
At Wagner McLaughlin, I represent clients in a full range of personal injury and wrongful death actions, including maritime, auto accident and legal malpractice claims.
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Michael's name was provided to me from a close friend, so I realized immediately that this will be a great choice for my case. Everyone knows word of mouth from a close friend or family member for any type of service is solid. This was evident when I first met Michael 4 days after my accident when ...
Posted by Douglas | January 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney
I hired Michael McLaughlin after being involved in a vehicle accident with injury. Michael was very easy to talk with and did not use legal verbiage but explained it very clearly and supported his concerns with clear documentation for my review. The entire time Michael kept me informed of the proc...
Posted by Suzi | January 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney
Michael McLaughlin has been my attorney on my case for the last 3 years. He made a difficult situation much more pleasant to get through! He was available at all hours of the day and evening, had great follow up and kept me looped in on the status of my situation. Michael provided counsel as I had qu...
Posted by Tami | November 18, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Michael McLaughlin represented me after I was injured as a pedestrian in an auto accident. I never in my life expected that I would have a need for attorney representation and didn't know where to begin to find a good and honest attorney. Michael came highly recommended to me by another member of the...
"Mike is an exceptional attorney with excellent trial results and jury trial skills. His knowledge of the Tampa area is unparalleled. If I was ever considering or needed representation, Mike would be the first call for myself or my family"
"Michael is one of the best trial lawyers in Tampa Bay and has a top reputation for taking good care of his clients. I have known him for many years. I endorse this lawyer."
"I endorse this lawyer. He very generously took time to give me some valuable advice on an admiralty case I had."
Personal injury lawyer
Car accident lawyer
Probate lawyer
Personal injury lawyer
2018
Best Lawyers in America Personal Injury Litigation- Plaintiff's, The Best Lawyers in America
2016
Top Rated Civil Litigation Attorney in Tampa, FL, SuperLawyers
2001 - Present
Attorney, Wagner McLaughlin
1999 - 2001
Assistant District Attorney, Hillsborough Prosecutor's Office
2009 - Present
Injury BoardMember
2005 - Present
Tampa Bay Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2002 - Present
American Association of JusticePAC Member
1999 - Present
Florida Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Hillsborough County Bar AssociationMember
2016 - 2018
Attorney Grievance Committee 13th District of FloridaMember
2016 - 2019
13th Circuit Judicial Grievance CommitteeCommittee Member
2010 - 2011
Florida Justice Association, Young Lawyers SectionChair
$108,277.73 plus $132,500 in attorney's fees and costs
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1995
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