$ 275-615 per hour
Michael W. Stephenson
About Michael
Biography
Outside the practice of law, Mr. Stephenson is involved with numerous civic and charitable activities. He serves on the board of directors of a local private Montessori school and as a trustee of a charitable trust to benefit a coeducational service fraternity at Michigan State University. Mr. Stephenson is a current member and past president of the young lawyers sections of the Ingham County Bar Association.
With his wife and family, Mr. Stephenson enjoys traveling and spending time coaching the various activities of his two children.
Practice Areas
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Practice Areas
Fees and Rates
Cost
Hourly Rates
Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Michigan for 32 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Location
Willingham & Cote
333 Albert Ave, East Lansing, MI, 48823
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Michael W. Stephenson's Reviews
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Posted by anonymous | December 12, 2014
Michael Stephenson review
Mr. Stephenson has represented a number of my insured physicians (eight) through their medical malpractice trials and has done an excellent job in every instance. In each case, we received a favorable verdict, due in no small part to Michael's exhaustive pre-trial preparations and good calls during ...
Posted by David | December 5, 2014
An outstanding communicator
Mike is extremely responsive to client needs. He is an excellent and a diligent communicator. When there is a scheduled event that requires client attendance, his office makes certain that the client is informed timely.
Posted by anonymous | December 5, 2014
Great Attorney
I was very please with how my case was handled. I had a malpractice claim filed against me which Mr. Stephenson was able to get dismissed on a motion before my deposition. He was pleasant or work with and very responsive to my questions (which were many).
Posted by anonymous | December 4, 2014
I couldn't have been more pleased with the results.
My son recently got into some legal trouble for a traffic violation. The penalty for the charged offense included three points on his driver's license. Mr. Stephenson was able to negotiate a plea to a reduced charge that entailed no points on my son's license, thus resulting in no increase in insur...
Posted by Donna | October 9, 2014
Awesome Attorney!
He always returned my calls or answered my emails promptly. Was very helpful in answering questions and keeping me calm through a difficult situation.
Michael W. Stephenson's Lawyer Endorsements
"Mr. Stephenson is a highly skilled trial attorney with a proven track record of success. He is diligent, determined, and a fighter for his clients."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Stephenson is one of the best litigators in the State of Michigan. He is very quick and handles himself professionally throughout courtroom proceedings."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mr. Stephenson is an exceptional litigator with an impressive ability to remain calm and collected under pressure and to think on his feet. In addition to being an exceptional trial attorney, Mr. Stephenson has had numerous cases dismissed before trial, saving clients the expense of a lengthy trial."
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Experience
Honors
2017
Case Note, Verdict Search Medical Malpractice
2017
Featured Verdict, Verdict Search Michigan
2016
Featured Verdict, Verdict Search - Medical Malpractice
2016
Featured Verdict, Verdict Search - Michigan
2016
Case of Note, VerdictSearch Medcial Malpractice
2016
Case of Note, VerdictSearch Michigan
2016
Superb Attorney, Avvo
2016
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
International B Co-Champion, Elegance Majestic, Punta Cana, Dominican Rep
2015
10 Best Client Satisfaction Award, American Institute of Personal Injury Attorneys
2015
Best in Medical Malpractice Defense - Michigan, The Corporate America Legal Elite
2015
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2015
Superb Attorney, Avvo
2014
Superb Attorney, Avvo
2014
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2014
Client Choice Award, Avvo
2013
Featured Verdict, Verdict Search
2013
Superb Attorney, Avvo
2013
Top Contributer, Avvo
2013
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2012
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2011
Mr. Majestic, Colonial Majestic, Punta Cana, Dominican Rep
2011
Top Attorneys in Michigan, Showmark
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2008
Charles E. Willingham Award, Willingham & Cote
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers Magazine
2002
Jack L. Cote Award, Willingham & Cote
Work Experience
1999 - Present
Partner, Willingham & Cote
1991 - 1999
Associate, Meklir, Nolish & Friedman
Associations
1999 - Present
Ingham County Bar AssociationMember
1993 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
Ingham County Bar Association, Young Lawyers Section
Past President
1993 - 2006
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
1991 - 1996
Federalist SocietyMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Apsey v Memorial Hospital (on reconsideration),
Persichini v William Beaumont Hosp
Smith v Henery Ford Hospital
Education
1993
Wayne State University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
1990
Michigan State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
1990
University of Oxford, Oxford, England
N/a
Speaking Engagements
2017
Third Year Law Students
What to Expect After Law School
2016
Professor Fleener's Course
The Legal Profession
2015
Third Year Law Students
Life in the Law
2015
Sparrow Neonatology Retreat
The Law
2015
Litigation Education Retreat
The Legal Process
2015
Don't Inadvertently Choose Death
Care Codes, Medical Powers of Attorney & Advance Directives
2014
Regional Claims Summit
Challenges of Defending Bowel Perforation Cases
2014
Litigation Education Retreat
Medical Malpractice Basics
2013
Career Day
The Legal Profession
2008
From the Exam Room to the Courtroom
Loss Prevention for Today's Physician
2007
2007 Physician Risk Management Seminar
Documentation, Differential Diagnosis and the Disinterested Physician
2006
Smooth Sailing: Navigating the Rough Waters of Modern Day Practice
Mid-level Providers, Testimony Red Flags & Pitfalls
2005
Risk Management Presentation
Let's Talk: Communicating the Good, the Bad & the Apology
2004
Annual Fall Risk Management Conference
Risk Management & Patient Care in the Office Setting
2003
Practice Meetings
Medical Malpractice
2002
PreLaw Fraternity Meeting
What to Expect from the Law
2002
Legal Implications of Documentation in a Busy Office Setting
Medical Documentation
Publications
2015
The Legal Perspective
Don't Inadvertently Choose Death
2014
The Legal Perspective
Trial Prep vs Trail Prep
2014
Briefs (ICBA)
High Adventure
2012
AVVO Legal Guides
Basic Elements of a Malpractice Case
2012
AVVO Legal Guides
What to Expect at Trial
2003
Michigan Defense Quarterly
Affidavits of Merit in Medical Malpractice Litigation
2000
AVVO Legal Guides
How to Handle a State License Investigation
Languages
English
Activity
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