Atty. Michael B. Colgan
Michael B. Colgan is a lawyer practicing business litigation, civil trial, class actions and 4 other areas of law.
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL · 51+ Years Experience
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About Michael B. Colgan at a Glance
Michael B. Colgan is a Partner based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP. They have 51+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1975. Their practice focuses on business, class action, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Fl (1975) and North Carolina (2005). Educated at University of Kentucky College of Law (JD, 1974) and Michigan State University B.A. (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Bar (Past Chairman, Grievance Committee) The Florida Bar (Past Member, Civil Trial Certification Committee Member, Committee on Professionalism) American Bar Association American Law Institute. Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Michael B. Colgan
- Michael B. Colgan is a lawyer practicing business litigation, civil trial, class actions and 4 other areas of law
- Michael received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University, and has been licensed for 51 years
- Michael practices at Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP in Tampa, FL
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Michael B. Colgan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Michael B. Colgan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Business & Corporate Law in Tampa
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Michael B. Colgan is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →
Class Action in Tampa
Michael B. Colgan is one of 26,226 class action attorneys indexed nationally. Browse class action attorneys in Florida →
Civil Litigation in Tampa
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Michael B. Colgan is one of 450,750 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
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 venue, 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.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tampa Choose Michael B. Colgan
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Michael B. Colgan's practice in the field of business, class action, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Michael B. Colgan brings 51+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Florida U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida U.S. District Court, Southern District of Fl and North Carolina, Michael B. Colgan can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering business, class action, and litigation, Michael B. Colgan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means Michael B. Colgan attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Michael B. Colgan Handles in Tampa
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