Michael David Ponce

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Michael David Ponce

4.9
Rating: 8.5

Licensed for 33 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Goodlettsville, TN
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Workers Compensation, Social Security, Employment & Labor

400 Professional Park Drive, Goodlettsville, TN

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About Michael

Biography

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Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 30%

30%
Workers Compensation 30%

30%
Employment and Labor 20%

20%
Social Security & Disability 20%

20%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes

Contingency

33%-40%

Awards

Client's Choice
Client's Choice
2023 2018 2017
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+ 2
Platinum Client Champion
Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Tennessee for 33 years

State: Tennessee

Acquired: 1993

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Colorado for 30 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1995

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Ponce Law

400 Professional Park Drive, Goodlettsville, TN, 37072

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Online Presence

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Michael David Ponce's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

55 Client Reviews

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Posted by Jennimarie | April 29, 2015 | Workers Compensation

The Law Firm to Call

I could not possibly offer a higher recommendation than I have for the Michael Ponce law firm. Trying to survive the worker's compensation process on my own was not a good idea and the doctor was making the matter worse. My salvation was this law firm and the wonderful lawyer, Allen Smith along wit...h the paralegal, Daniel Brooks. Daniel worked hard to answer my questions and responded promptly. And Mr. Smith, I am SO very thankful that he took on my case and that he was so concerned for my situation. They helped me locate a qualified doctor who took swift action, greatly reducing my pain and significantly improving my daily functioning. I HIGHLY recommend the Michael Ponce law firm to all and advise anyone to navigate the workers compensation process only with their guidance.

Posted by Robert | March 09, 2015 | Workers Compensation

Satisfied client

Workers' compensation was not assisting me and I had to hire an attorney. I went to Michael Ponce & Associates and they began to deal with them immediately. Allen Smith did a great job for me. I am pleased with my settlement. I was grateful for everything the firm did on my case. They stuck by me and... believed in me. If anyone ask me about an attorney, I will recommend Michael Ponce & Associates.

Posted by Corina | December 18, 2014 | Social Security Disability

Stress free experience

I am so glad I found Ponce Law! I was uncomfortable retaining a lawyer to help with my Social Security Disability claim but knew that it was what I needed to do. From my very first meeting with Kitty West and Jeff Kovalski I knew I had found the right firm. They immediately put me at ease and made... dealing with my case easy. They made what could have been a very stressful ordeal into a stress free experience. I have already recommended them to friends and will continue to do so. They are extremely helpful and easy to communicate with. The best decision I every made!

Posted by Kenneth | December 18, 2014 | Workers Compensation

Nina Parsley

I was referred to Michael Ponce's attorney Nina Parsley to handle my Workers Compensation case. Nina was excellent in handling my case from start to finish. I am very satisfied with my settlement. Thank you Michael Ponce and associates for taking good care of me when I needed it the most. I would hig...hly recommend them concerning any workers compensation case.

Posted by Cassie B. | December 10, 2014 | Car Accidents

Car v. pedestrian

I was in a car/pedestrian accident this time last year. I had a lot of concerns but my main one was of how long the claim process would take. I thought it would be another year before I would hear of any resolution. But to my surprise, my Ponce Law attorney was able to turn the case around in only ...a few months! My attorney and his associate were quick and discreet. For an unpleasant situation, they made it a very simple and alleviating experience.

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Michael David Ponce's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dianne Sawaya

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Other

"Attorney Ponce is a remarkable attorney who zealously advocates for all of his clients. I highly recommend him and his great team."

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Christopher Aldridge

Unknown lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Michael is a great attorney and advocate who truly cares about his clients."

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Albert Smith

Personal injury lawyer | Dec 10

Relationship: Worked for lawyer

"Michael is one of the few attorneys certified as a civil, trial specialist. He exemplifies professionalism by putting his clients' interests over those of the firm's or his own. He is an advocate in every sense of the word; compassionate, competent and appropriately aggressive when dealing with his opposition. Michael's work is more than a job, it is a mission. Individuals in Middle Tennessee are fortunate to have access to his skills, resources and abilities."

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Mark Blane

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I co-authored a best-selling book on Amazon entitled "Protect & Defend" with Mr. Ponce last year. His chapter focused on trucking accidents. I endorse this lawyer's work."

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Nathan Dowlen

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 09

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is a great attorney. He's always a superb advocate for his clients."

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Experience

Rating:  8.5 (Excellent)

Honors

2017

Torch Award for Ethical Commerce, Better Business Bureau

2017

Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2015

Member, Million Dollar Advocates Forum

2014

Client Distinction Award, Martindale-Hubbell

2007

Mid-South Super Lawyers, Super Lawyers

N/A

Certified as a Civil Trial Specialist, Tennessee Commission on Continuing Legal Education

N/A

Certified as a Civil Trial Advocate, National Board of Trial Advocacy

Work Experience

1993 - Present

Owner, Michael D. Ponce & Associates, PLLC

Associations

American Bar Association

Member

Nashville Bar Association

Member

Tennessee Trial Lawyers Association

Member

American Association for Justice

Member

Million Dollar Advocates Forum

Member

Motor Vehicle Trial Lawyers Association

Member

Tennessee Association for Justice

Member

National Board of Civil Pretrial Practice Advocacy

Member

National Board of Trial Advocacy

Member

Circle of Advocates

Member

Better Business Bureau

Member

Boy Scouts of America

Troop Leader

Goodlettsville Chamber of Commerce

Member

St. Timothy Lutheran Church

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Candace McClain v. Super Stop and Nationwide Insurance

STEPHEN VOWELL v. ST. THOMAS HOSPITAL

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Education

N/A

Tulane University Law School

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

Suffolk University

MA - Masters

N/A

Suffolk University

BS - Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2005

National Business Institute

Balancing Ethics and Professionalism in the Law for Tennessee Attorneys

2004

National Business Institute

Damages in Tennessee Civil Trial Practice

Publications

2012

Protect & Defend Protect & Defend

Languages

English

Spanish

Activity

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