Michael Robinett

Michael Robinett is a seasoned trial lawyer who focuses on complex personal injury, civil rights, and premises liability cases. Known for his strategic litigation style and sharp courtroom presence, he has delivered record-setting jury verdicts, often surpassing settlement offers and policy limits. Michael consistently champions justice for his clients.

Michael holds a Bachelor of Arts in History from the University of California at Berkeley, where he specialized in American History and wrote his thesis on the Civil Rights Movement. He later earned his Juris Doctor from The George Washington University Law School in 2005, participating in Mock Trial and teaching legal topics to D.C. students through the Street Law program.

Michael began his legal journey with the ACLU’s National Prison Project, where he worked on a prominent federal civil rights case. In 2007, he transitioned into personal injury law, building a reputation for handling serious cases involving car accidents and unsafe premises. His verdicts have repeatedly ranked among the highest in Washington, D.C.’s Superior Court.

Michael is an experienced trial lawyer admitted to practice in state and federal courts in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. He has secured record-setting jury verdicts, including the highest premises liability awards in 2011 and 2014 and the fifth-largest automobile negligence verdict in 2012. His landmark results consistently surpass expectations and are widely recognized as benchmarks in personal injury law.

Michael Robinett is also accomplished in appellate advocacy, having successfully represented clients before Maryland’s Court of Special Appeals. His commitment to justice and relentless pursuit of fair outcomes have helped numerous individuals receive the compensation and accountability they deserve.

Law Office Affiliations

• Partner, Simeone & Miller, LLP

Licensed State

• District of Columbia
• Maryland
• Virginia

Education

• George Washington University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of California at Berkeley
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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