Michael F.
Wilkes
Partner
Civil, workers’ compensation and federal defense.
Experience across state and federal claims.
Michael is a partner at Jones, Hurley & Hand, P.A. He handles Florida workers’ compensation claims as well as federal matters under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act and Defense Base Act.
His practice also includes premises and products liability defense, civil litigation, subrogation, insurance contracts and coverage.
Litigation, appeal and resolution.
Michael has handled appeals before Florida’s First District Court of Appeal, the Benefits Review Board and the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
A broad litigation practice, supported by appellate and mediation experience.He is also a respected mediator for complex litigated matters.
Florida defense, statewide.
A measured approach to complex disputes.
Raised in New Jersey, Michael earned degrees in political science and philosophy before attending Temple University School of Law. He was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1983.
His experience across courts, administrative forums and mediation informs how he evaluates exposure and works toward resolution.
Lycoming College — B.A., Political Science and Philosophy, magna cum laude, 1980
Temple University School of Law — J.D., 1983
Florida Bar, admitted 1983
U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, 1984
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eleventh Circuit, 2008
Workers’ Compensation Section of The Florida Bar
Brevard County Bar Association
Florida Supreme Court Certified Circuit Civil Mediator
Accredited Veterans Affairs Attorney
Lycoming College Iruska Honor Society · Phi Sigma Tau · Pi Sigma Alpha · Pi Gamma Mu
Practice support
Karen Burns