Michael E. McCabe

Michael E. McCabe, Workers Comp Attorney in Fort Myers, Florida

4.9/5 rating from 12 verified client reviews

ShareholderatMorgan And Morgan

Fort Myers, FL

Trusted workers comp attorney serving Fort Myers.

4.9 ★
12 client reviews

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Michael E. McCabe is a shareholder based in Fort Myers, FL. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Currently practicing at Morgan And Morgan. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 12 client reviews.

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Fort Myers, FL
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attorney
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Workers Comp
  • Handles Workers Comp matters from Fort Myers, FL.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Michael E. McCabe: Michael E. McCabe is a shareholder based in Fort Myers, FL. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Currently practicing at Morgan And Morgan. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 12 client reviews.

Areas of practice

Michael's practice areas in Fort Myers

Michael concentrates on workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Workers Comp cases in Fort Myers, Florida

Michael takes workers comp matters in Fort Myers, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.

Biography

Michael E. McCabe, workers comp attorney serving Fort Myers

Michael E. McCabe is a shareholder based in Fort Myers, FL. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Currently practicing at Morgan And Morgan. Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 12 client reviews. Michael works from Fort Myers, Florida and takes on workers comp matters across the region.

Michael McCabe grew up in New Hampshire and moved to Southwest Florida in 1996 after serving in the United States Navy as a Russian Linguist and Intelligence Analyst. While in the Navy, Mr. McCabe was decorated both as a Gulf War Veteran and a Naval Achievement Medal recipient.

After relocating to Florida, Mr. McCabe obtained his Bachelor’s Degree with Highest Honors in the first full graduating class of Florida Gulf Coast University in 2000. He then attended University of Florida Law School in Gainesville, where he graduated with Honors in 2004 and earned Book Awards for both Trial Practice and Health Care Law. While attending law school, Mr. McCabe interned for Judge of Compensation Claims Ohlman in preparation for his career as a Workers’ Compensation attorney.

From 2004 until 2018, Mr. McCabe represented Employers, Carriers, Municipalities and Third Party Service providers as a Workers’ Compensation Defense attorneys. Mr. McCabe’s experience as a Defense attorney includes addressing all Workers’ Compensation issues including catastrophic injury and death claims, Heart & Lung Bill claims for First Responders, Occupational Exposure/Disease claims, and complex multiple party claims. His former clients have relied on Mr. McCabe’s ability to evaluate the legal merits and settlement value of claims, and he now utilizes his understanding of the decision making process of his former clients to better serve his current clients. Michael also has more than 12 years experience as an Appellate Attorney handling Workers’ Compensation Appeals, and has conducted live argument before the First District Court of Appeals in Tallahassee.

Michael and his wife Elizabeth - a Fisheries Biologist employed by Mote Marine/Chicago Zoological Society - and their young son Mason live in Bonita Springs Florida, with their three rescue dogs.

How Michael handles workers comp matters

Michael McCabe grew up in New Hampshire and moved to Southwest Florida in 1996 after serving in the United States Navy as a Russian Linguist and Intelligence Analyst. While in the Navy, Mr. McCabe was decorated both as a Gulf War Veteran and a Naval Achievement Medal recipient. After relocating to Florida, Mr. McCabe obtained his Bachelor’s Degree with Highest Honors in the first full graduating…

Who Michael represents

Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for workers comp matters in Fort Myers and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Michael studied and practices

  • University of Florida Levin College of Law

    J.D. · 2004

  • Florida Gulf Coast University

    B.A. Liberal · 2000

Michael studied at J.D. in University of Florida Levin College of Law and B.A. Liberal in Florida Gulf Coast University.

Law school and academic background

Michael completed J.D. in University of Florida Levin College of Law and B.A. Liberal in Florida Gulf Coast University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Michael's legal honors and published work

Michael has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Locations

Michael E. McCabe's office in Fort Myers

Michael's primary office is at 12800 University Drive, Suite 600, Fort Myers, FL, 33907. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Morgan And Morgan

12800 University Drive, Suite 600

Fort Myers, FL 33907

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Michael E. McCabe — 4.9/5 rating from 12 verified client reviews

Every review below is from a verified client of Michael. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing workers comp attorneys in Fort Myers.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Michael E. McCabe — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new workers comp attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a workers comp attorney in Fort Myers, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many workers comp matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Michael

Michael discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in workers comp practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every workers comp matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Michael's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many workers comp practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Michael E. McCabe

  • How much does it cost to hire Michael for a workers comp case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Michael offer a free consultation?

    Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some workers comp attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.

  • How long do workers comp cases in Florida typically take?

    Simple workers comp matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Fort Myers?

    Michael is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Michael will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Michael?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Michael accepting new workers comp clients right now?

    Michael's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

Workers Comp attorneys serving Fort Myers, Miami and Tampa in Florida

Michael handles workers comp matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified workers comp attorneys in that community.

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