Michael P. Taylor, Insurance Attorney in the United States
focused on Insurance and Personal Injury
Dedicated insurance attorney.
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Michael P. Taylor is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury.
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- Toronto, ONTARIO
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- Handles Insurance and Personal Injury matters from Toronto, ONTARIO.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026).
About Michael P. Taylor: Michael P. Taylor is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury.
Areas of practice
Michael's practice areas in the U.S.
Michael concentrates on insurance and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Insurance cases nationwide
Michael takes insurance matters nationwide. 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.
Personal Injury cases nationwide
Michael takes personal injury matters nationwide. 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 P. Taylor, insurance attorney serving the U.S.
Michael P. Taylor is an attorney based in Toronto, ONTARIO. The practice focuses on Insurance and Personal Injury. Michael works from the U.S. and takes on insurance matters across the region.
Michael was called to the bar in 1984. He joined Lyons, Arbus as an associate in 1984. Lyons, Arbus evolved into Lyons, Goodman where he made partner in 1988. When Lyons, Goodman dissolved in 1990, Michael joined the firm of Iacono Brown where he thereafter became a partner. He left Iacono Brown in October 1997 to form ZTGH. Michael has practiced exclusively in the area of insurance since 1984, both in the property and casualty field. Michael's current practice includes accident benefits work, tort motor vehicle work, general liability and property work. Michael appears regularly before all Ontario courts, the Financial Services Commission of Ontario, and the License Appeal Tribunal.
Michael has recently expanded his practice to include mediation.
Michael has written and lectured on a number of insurance issues including environmental claims and the Occupiers Liability Act. He has also served on the editorial board of the publication Legal Focus which specializes in property and general liability issues.
Michael has been married for 17 years and is the proud father of two boys.
Michael's approach to insurance cases
Michael was called to the bar in 1984. He joined Lyons, Arbus as an associate in 1984. Lyons, Arbus evolved into Lyons, Goodman where he made partner in 1988. When Lyons, Goodman dissolved in 1990, Michael joined the firm of Iacono Brown where he thereafter became a partner. He left Iacono Brown in October 1997 to form ZTGH. Michael has practiced exclusively in the area of insurance since 1984,…
Clients Michael works with
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance and personal injury matters in the United States.
Jurisdictions
Michael's state bar admissions
Ontario, The Law Soc
ACTIVE
Recognition
Michael's legal honors and published work
Michael has received 2 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Insurance Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation (2026).
Locations
Michael P. Taylor's office in Toronto
Michael's primary office is at 480 University Avenue, Suite 900, Toronto, Ontario. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Michael P. Taylor — 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 your state
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 P. Taylor
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 this state 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 the area?
Michael evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Michael's regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
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.