Michele Detherage Email & Phone Number

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

During her time with Robins Kaplan, Michele represented business and insurance clients throughout all phases of litigation. As part of her insurance practice, she advised insurers regarding complex coverage issues concerning both property and liability insurance policies. She defended insurers in litigation arising from catastrophic events such as fires and explosions, as well as bad faith claims. Michele also counseled corporate clients concerning business disputes and has successfully resolved complaints initiated with the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination.

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Represented clients in a diverse array of civil litigation matters including premises liability and professional malpractice. Appeared in court for trial conferences and motion hearings. Drafted pleadings, substantive motions and discovery documents. Took depositions. Conducted extensive legal research and drafted memorandums of law. Provided clients with in-depth analysis of strategy and defenses. Negotiated settlements.

New York, New York

Managed a litigation caseload of 200+ files from inception to resolution. Represented client at trial, motion and arbitration appearances multiple times per week. Successful representation of client at trial in 50+ cases. Educated clients and colleagues in areas of personal expertise through in-person programming. Chosen to represent office at national trial school. Drafted motions for summary judgment and appellate briefs. Took depositions. Negotiated settlements. Performed risk analysis for new matters and incorporated Investigative Unit findings into litigation strategies. Consistently exceeded company productivity goals.

Maintained an insurance defense caseload of over 250 files. Represented clients at motion hearings and arbitrations weekly. Conducted numerous Examinations Under Oath. Oversaw all aspects of trial preparation. Negotiated settlements. Researched rules and regulations applicable to motion practice and drafted motion papers. Member of provider group responsible for supervising declaratory judgment actions.

J.D.

B.A., Political Science