Michael J. Crowley

Michael J. Crowley

also known as Michael Joseph Crowley, Michael J. Crowley

5.0
Rating: 9.7

Licensed for 44 years

Wrongful death Lawyer at Eureka, CA
Practice Areas: Wrongful Death, Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect

730 5th Street, Eureka, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 44 years

State: California

Acquired: 1982

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Janssen Malloy LLP

730 5th Street, Eureka, CA, 95501-1102

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Michael J. Crowley's Reviews

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23 Client Reviews

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Showing 1 - 5 of 7 reviews | Car Accidents

Posted by Anna | September 23, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Wonderful attorney

I hired Mr.Crowley when my previous lawyer retired before my car accident case was resolved. He took the case over seamlessly and kept me up to date often. I felt understood taken care of throughout the entire process and would definitely recommend his service to anyone looking.

Posted by Matthew | August 25, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Excellent attorney, Excellent staff!

After being hit by a car on my bicycle, I was lucky to be advised that Michael Crowley should be my first choice for an attorney to represent me. From the initial consultation through everything that followed, this proved to be excellent advice. Michael and his staff are consummate professionals. He ...had a clear vision of how he wanted the case to go -- and due to his expertise, that's exactly how it went. I was kept well-informed every step of the way, straight through to a completely satisfactory final outcome.

Posted by Allen | March 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

Resolute, Sagacious and Extraordinarily Knowledgeable

I was rear ended and sustained head trauma and cervical injuries. These injuries impeded my ability to coordinate medical treatment, manage communications with health and auto insurance companies and fend off the aggressive efforts of the other parties insurance company to influence me to sign a subr...ogation statement for a modicum fee. My experience with Michael Crowley and his staff was positive from the first moment we consulted. Michael was attentive, thorough, and helpful throughout this very difficult experience. Michael and his staff were supportive during the entire process, provided clear insight and exercised great compassion, always responded promptly and effectively with any questions or issues that required additional amplification. Michael and his staff were successful in securing a settlement for the full policy limit of the other driver. I highly recommend Michael Crowley and his staff.

Posted by Lori | October 13, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Car Accidents

He's A Life Savor

I was in a car accident which totaled my car and injured me big time. He is honest. compassionate and looks you in the eye when he talks to you. He guided me through the whole process of my case. Michael was very professional and got me a good settlement.

Posted by Kathi | September 24, 2013 | Car Accidents

Auto Accident

After dealing with the insurance company of the man who hit me head on, and being totally overwhelmed and totally emotional about my situation - I found Michael Crowley. What a blessing. After our initial contact I handed over my stack of documents and walked out of the office feeling relieved and ...that I was going to be taken care of. I was. He is an amazing man, so knowledgeable and caring, he put me at ease and made me feel like I was in the right place. We went through the process of a deposition, which was much easier having him sitting by my side. He was able to negotiate a settlement three times what was originally offered. I was thrilled with the outcome. I want to add that he has an amazing Paralegal, Connie, I can't say enough about her, so efficient and helpful and caring. I never thought I would be in a situation where I would need a lawyer, but now I know if I ever need help I have someone who will be in my corner fighting for me. Feels good.

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Michael J. Crowley's Lawyer Endorsements

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Experience

Rating:  9.7 (Superb)

Honors

2018

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

2018

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2013

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Northern California Super Lawyer, 2012-2018, Super Lawyers Magazine

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2011

Califonia Lawyer Attorney of the Year (CLAY), California Lawyer Magazine

2011

Winner, 2011 Trial Lawyer of the Year, Public Justice Foundation

2011

Consumer Attorney of the Year, Consumer Attorneys of California

2010

Residents' Rights Hero, 2010, California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform (CANHR)

1978

Phi Beta Kappa; Summa Cum Laude, Boston College

Work Experience

2002 - Present

Partner, Janssen Malloy LLP

1990 - 2002

Partner, Zwerdling & Crowley, LLP

1982 - 1987

Associate Attorney, Rael & Young

Associations

2005 - Present

Kneeland Volunteer Fire Dept.

Captain, Firefighter

1990 - Present

Legal Services of Northern California

Pro Bono Attorney- Civil Clinic

1982 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

1982 - Present

Humboldt County Bar Association

Member

1982 - Present

U.S. District Court, Northern District of California

Attorney Member

2003 - 2008

Consumer Attorneys of California

Board of Governors

Sample of Legal Cases

Cammack v. Safeco Insurance Co.

$1.5 million combined recovery (between defendant's $15,000 policy limits and plaintiff's UIM and excess liablity coverqge limits).

Delaney v. Stigall, et al

$1 million dollar policy limit recovery (apportioned $820,000 to Delaney, $180,000 to driver of the Jeep)

Lavendar V. Skilled Health

$677 million jury verdict

Huntzinger v. Hash

$3,600,000 trial judgement

Chambers v. KD Trucking

$500,000 policy limit recovery

Hart v. Grimes, et al

$9.2 million dollar jury verdict

Fitzhugh v. Granada Healthcare, LLC

Obtained Large Confidential Settlement

Maxner V. Finch Transportation

$1,000,000 policy limit recovery

Carlson V. Leonardo Logging

$1,000,000 policy limit recovery

Richard Neves v. Rounds Logging Co.

$800,000 settlement

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Education

1981

University of San Francisco School of Law

Juris Doctor

1978

Boston College

BA - Bachelor of Arts, Summa Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa

Speaking Engagements

2012

California Society for Healthcare Risk Management Annual Conference

Unforced Errors and Self-Inflicted Wounds in Long-Term Care Litigation: Plaintiff Counsel Perspective

2010

CANHR Elder Law Conference

Nursing Home Litigation

2008

Annual Elder Law Conference

Binding Arbitration/Nursing Home Admission Agreements

Publications

2010

Forum Magazine (Consumer Attorneys of California) Jury to nursing home industry: understaffing is unacceptable

2005

Forum Magazine- CAOC When Fluffy Becomes White Fang
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