Michael E. Cavanaugh

A highly experienced litigator, Michael Cavanaugh has successfully litigated cases at all levels of the state and federal courts, including two cases before the United States Supreme Court. He has a strong background in commercial, employment, and constitutional matters that, when combined with his exceptional advocacy skills, result in tremendous success for his clients.

Mike’s list of accolades is as long as it is well-deserved. Perhaps at the very top, is recognition of his leadership in the Lansing legal community. Mike has been a trusted member of Fraser Trebilcock’s Board of Directors, and he is heavily involved in the State Bar of Michigan and the Ingham County Bar Association, for which he has served as a past-president. Mike is also a veteran who served as a captain in the U.S. Army in the Vietnam War.

Education:

• University of Michigan Law School (J.D., cum laude)
• University of Detroit (B.A.,cum laude)

Bar & Court Admissions:

• State Bar of Michigan
• State Bar of Ohio
• U.S. District Court, Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan
• U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals
• U.S. Supreme Court

Professional Associations:

• American Bar Association
• State Bar of Michigan
• Ingham County Bar Association
• Federal Bar
• Ingham County Bar Foundation, Secretary (2014-present)
• Youth Soccer Coach
• Easter Seal Society of Mid-Michigan (Past member of the Board of Directors, Volunteer of the Year)
• Federal Court for the Western District of Michigan Case Evaluator
• Ingham County Circuit Court Case Evaluator