Michelle Michaels

I am an experienced litigator and trial attorney with a diverse legal background spanning insurance defense, plaintiff personal injury, and administrative law. I currently serve as Senior Litigation Counsel at Hinshaw & Culbertson LLP, a role I stepped into in December 2025, where I handle complex litigation matters and provide strategic legal counsel to clients.

Prior to joining Hinshaw, I served as Defense Counsel and Trial Attorney at Fred Loya Insurance Agency for nearly two years, where I represented clients in insurance defense matters and managed all aspects of litigation from case evaluation through trial. Before that, I served as an Associate Attorney at Thomas J. Henry Law for four months, where I practiced plaintiff personal injury law, advocating for individuals who had been injured and seeking justice on their behalf.

Earlier in my career, I served as an Administrative Law Judge at the Arizona Department of Economic Security for six months and at the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity for four months, where I presided over hearings, evaluated evidence, and issued decisions in administrative proceedings, developing a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and due process.

Across my career in litigation, trial advocacy, and administrative law, my work has been driven by a commitment to zealous representation, legal excellence, and serving clients with integrity and dedication. Whether I am defending an insurance client, advocating for an injured plaintiff, or presiding over an administrative hearing, I bring a sharp legal mind, a strategic approach, and a steadfast commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for those I represent.