Michael Rose has devoted his entire legal career to advocating for accident victims and families whose lives have been impacted by negligence. Recognized for his relentless commitment to justice, Michael has earned a reputation as a highly respected trial attorney and trusted advocate, successfully handling complex litigation against municipalities, hospitals, construction companies, and large corporate defendants throughout New York.
Over the years, Michael has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements on behalf of injured clients, including numerous seven and eight-figure results. His significant recoveries include a jury verdict exceeding $13 million for a construction worker injured on the job, more than $12 million for a retired New York City corrections officer harmed due to negligent construction work at a hospital, an $8 million verdict for a woman seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident, a $6 million recovery for a construction worker injured in a ladder fall, and an $8.5 million medical malpractice verdict. In one particularly notable six-month period, Michael successfully tried three separate cases that each resulted in seven-figure jury verdicts. His results are consistently recognized among New York’s top verdicts and settlements by the New York Verdict Reporter.
Michael’s success in the courtroom is driven not only by his litigation experience and strategic approach, but also by his ability to connect with clients, jurors, and colleagues on a personal level. Known for his approachable demeanor, responsiveness, and unwavering dedication to client care, Michael has earned the trust and respect of both the legal community and the individuals he represents. Clients often describe him and his team as compassionate, prepared, professional, and fully committed to helping them navigate some of the most difficult times in their lives.
In addition to his courtroom accomplishments, Michael is a Lifetime Member of both the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum — prestigious organizations limited to attorneys who have achieved exceptional results for their clients. He has also been recognized as a respected speaker for the New York Bar, where he has presented on personal injury litigation and trial-related topics.
He is a frequent lecturer to members of the Bar Association, covering topics such as construction site accidents, vocational rehabilitation, and expert witness examinations.
Admitted to bar:
- New York
- Massachusetts
- U.S. District Court, Eastern and Southern Districts of New York
Honors and awards:
- AV® Preeminent™ Peer Review Rated by Martindale-Hubbell®
- Lifetime member, Million Dollar and Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- Featured in New York Magazine’s Top-Rated Lawyers in the New York Area
Education:
- New England School of Law, J.D. 1996
- Ithaca College 1993
Professional memberships:
- New York State Bar Association
- Association of the Bar of the City of New York— Former member, Tort Litigation Committee
- New York State Trial Lawyers Association
- American Association of Justice
New York State Trial Lawyers Association Labor Law Committee
