Michael J. McCadden, Insurance Attorney in Media, Pennsylvania
Over 42 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance and Workers Comp · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratCarpenter McCadden & Lane, LLP
Media, PA
Practicing insurance in Media since 1984.
- 42+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Michael J. McCadden is a partner based in Media, PA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Workers Comp. Michael has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carpenter McCadden & Lane, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Media, PA
- Experience
- over 42 years
- Known for
- Insurance · Workers Comp
- Handles Insurance and Workers Comp matters from Media, PA.
- Over 42 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Michael J. McCadden: Michael J. McCadden is a partner based in Media, PA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Workers Comp. Michael has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carpenter McCadden & Lane, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Michael's practice areas in Media
Michael concentrates on insurance and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases in Media, Pennsylvania
Michael takes insurance matters in Media, Pennsylvania. 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.
Workers Comp cases in Media, Pennsylvania
Michael takes workers comp matters in Media, Pennsylvania. 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 J. McCadden, insurance attorney serving Media
Michael J. McCadden is a partner based in Media, PA. The practice focuses on Insurance and Workers Comp. Michael has over 42 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Carpenter McCadden & Lane, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review. Michael works from Media, Pennsylvania and takes on insurance matters across the region.
Michael J. McCadden is a lawyer practicing workers compensation defense, insurance. Michael received a B.A. degree from St. Joseph's University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years. Michael practices at Carpenter McCadden & Lane, LLP in Media, PA.
How Michael handles insurance matters
Michael J. McCadden is a lawyer practicing workers compensation defense, insurance. Michael received a B.A. degree from St. Joseph's University in 1981, and has been licensed for 42 years. Michael practices at Carpenter McCadden & Lane, LLP in Media, PA.
Who Michael represents
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance and workers comp matters in Media and the surrounding Pennsylvania area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Michael studied and practices
Villanova University
J.D. · 1984
St. Joseph's University
B.A. · 1981
Jurisdictions
Michael's state bar admissions
Pennsylvania
1984 · ACTIVE
Michael studied at J.D. in Villanova University and B.A. in St. Joseph's University.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed J.D. in Villanova University and B.A. in St. Joseph's University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Pennsylvania 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.
Affiliations
Michael's professional memberships and bar associations
Philadelphia, Delaware County and Pennsylvania (Chair, Workers' Compensation Section) Bar Associations
membership
Locations
Michael J. McCadden's office in Media
Michael's primary office is at 102 Chesley Drive, 2nd Floor, Media, PA, 19063. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Carpenter McCadden & Lane, LLP
102 Chesley Drive, 2nd Floor
Media, PA 19063
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Client reviews of Michael J. McCadden — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Michael J. McCadden — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new insurance 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 insurance attorney in Media, Pennsylvania
A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance 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 insurance practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every insurance 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 insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michael J. McCadden
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a insurance 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 insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.
How long do insurance cases in Pennsylvania typically take?
Simple insurance 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 Media?
Michael is licensed in Pennsylvania. Matters governed by Pennsylvania 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 insurance 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
Insurance attorneys serving Media, Philadelphia and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania
Michael handles insurance matters throughout Pennsylvania. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified insurance attorneys in that community.
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