Atty. Michael A. McGriskin

Atty. Michael A. McGriskin

Michael McGriskin practices in the area of insurance and reinsurance. He has exclusively represented insurers and their agents since he joined Phelps Dunbar in 2013.

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About Michael A. McGriskin at a glance

Michael A. McGriskin is a insurance attorney based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Phelps Dunbar LLP. Admitted to practice in Florida, Florida. Educated at University of Notre Dame (J.D., 2013) and University of Central Florida (B.S.B.A., 2010). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — in America (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2024 for work in: (2026). Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Michael McGriskin practices in the area of insurance and reinsurance
  • He has exclusively represented insurers and their agents since he joined Phelps Dunbar in 2013
  • His practice is focused on complex insurance coverage, counseling, and litigation and includes advising and defending insurers regarding allegations of insurer “bad faith.” Michael’s litigation experience encompasses a range of insurance coverage matters
  • He represents admitted and surplus lines insurers regarding complex first-party coverage matters arising under homeowners, commercial property, builders risk, catastrophe, umbrella and other property insurance policies, including but not limited to sinkhole claims, hurricane claims, and claims involving suspected intentional fires, suspected fraud, vandalism, theft, business interruption, condominium losses, collapse and appraisal
  • While in law school, Michael served as a summer judicial intern to the Honorable Charles R. Wilson of the United States Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit

Practice Areas Explained

Michael A. McGriskin's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael A. McGriskin handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tampa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Michael A. McGriskin

Where is Michael A. McGriskin's law office located?
Michael A. McGriskin's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Phelps Dunbar LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael A. McGriskin handle?
Michael A. McGriskin focuses on insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Michael A. McGriskin go to law school?
Michael A. McGriskin earned their education at (J.D., 2013); (B.S.B.A., 2010).
How can I contact Michael A. McGriskin for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Michael A. McGriskin received?
Michael A. McGriskin's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law; Best Lawyers in America — in America; Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2024 for work in:; Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law - 2024; Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law - 2023.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Notre Dame
- 2013
B.S.B.A.
University of Central Florida
- 2010

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — from 2021-2024 for work in:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law - 2024
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law - 2023
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law - 2022
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law - 2021
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — (2021)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Florida Super Lawyers Rising Stars list,
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Super Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — (2017-2020)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — University of Central Florida Alumni – 30 Under 30 Award (2018)
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Florida, Florida

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