Michael Z. Zavier

Litigation Attorney

Michael is a member of the litigation and trial team. He represents clients in a wide range of complex disputes, including first and third party auto claims, premises and general liability matters, health care provider recovery and other complex civil litigation matters. He specializes in the advocacy and representation of clients that have sustained catastrophic physical or traumatic brain injuries. His clients include numerous medical service providers where he litigates disputes over No Fault eligibility, coverage, causation and priority disputes under Michigan’s No Fault Insurance Act. Michael has represented clients across the State of Michigan, as well as in multiple states around the country.

Prior to joining the firm, Michael worked for a law firm in Southfield where his practice concentrated on representing medical providers involving catastrophic personal injury and No Fault insurance matters. For the past three years, Michael has been named by Michigan Super Lawyers® as a “Rising Star”, an honor given to 2.5 percent of the lawyers in Michigan.

Experience

Samuel Newton, as Personal Representative of the Estate of Craig A. Newton v. Anthony J. Dixon (Kalamazoo County Circuit Court Case No. 24-0093-NI). Secured a unanimous jury verdict of $2.891 million in a highly contested wrongful death matter. The jury found the defendant negligent after a week-long trial, awarding past and future damages to the family of decedent.

Honors and Recognitions

Michigan Super Lawyers®, Rising Star, Personal Injury, since 2021

Professional Affiliations

State Bar of Michigan

Michigan Association of Justice