Michael J. Needleman is a Partner in the firm’s Philadelphia office and has extensive trial experience in state and federal court in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and Washington, D.C. Michael is also appointed by the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania to represent indigent parties.

In his work, Michael represents domestic and international insurance carriers and represents their insureds on a third-party basis in premises liability disputes, general liability claims, employment-based litigation, and in bad faith claims. He also represents insurers in pursuing subrogation claims. He brings his trial experience and unique perspective to achieve excellent results for clients, cost-effective results for insurers, and maintains a sterling reputation with the courts.

Outside of practicing law, Mike regularly presents to the insurance industry and conducts legal education classes on litigation and litigation-related topics, including CLEs on analyzing and drafting pleadings in insurance coverage disputes.  Mr. Needleman has also conducted training seminars for employers on maintaining harassment-free workplaces and minimizing claims.

A graduate of American University and the University of Delaware Law School, he graduated cum laude and was a member of the law review. After law school, he served as law clerk to the Honorable Theodore Z Davis, P.J. Ch. New Jersey Superior Court, Camden County.

Outside the office, Mike is active in his community, and was elected by his neighbors to the school board. He enjoys time with his family and in the garden.