Michael Rainey, Product Liability Attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
Over 19 years of legal practice
Raleigh, NC
Practicing product liability in Raleigh since 2007.
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Michael Rainey is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Product Liability. Michael has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Frankel Rainey PLLC.
- Based in
- Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA
- Experience
- over 19 years
- Known for
- Product Liability
- Handles Product Liability matters from Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA.
- Over 19 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
About Michael Rainey: Michael Rainey is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Product Liability. Michael has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Frankel Rainey PLLC.
Areas of practice
Michael's practice areas in Raleigh
Michael concentrates on product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Product Liability cases in Raleigh, North Carolina
Michael takes product liability matters in Raleigh, North Carolina. 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 Rainey, product liability attorney serving Raleigh
Michael Rainey is an attorney based in Raleigh, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Product Liability. Michael has over 19 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Frankel Rainey PLLC. Michael works from Raleigh, North Carolina and takes on product liability matters across the region.
Michael focuses his practice on the field of complex civil litigation with an emphasis on the prosecution of trucking and transportation cases. He also represents landowners whose property is being taken by eminent domain. He has extensive experience litigating wrongful death and catastrophic injury claims and has spoken nationally and internationally on topics related to trucking litigation, including best practices for post-accident investigation and evidence preservation.
Prior to forming Frankel Rainey, PLLC he was a partner in a mid-sized law firm in Raleigh where he investigated and litigated countless catastrophic injury and wrongful death claims on behalf of some of the largest motor carriers in the nation. His practice is now devoted solely to representing people who are injured or have lost loved ones in trucking accidents, as well as people whose property has been taken by the exercise of governmental eminent domain powers.
Michael is licensed to practice in the North Carolina State Courts and Federal District Courts for the Eastern, Middle, and Western Districts. He holds an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell.
He received his undergraduate degree from North Carolina State University and graduated cum laude from Campbell University’s Norman Adrian Wiggins School of Law in 2007, where he served as Chief Articles Editor of the Campbell Law Review.
Michael's approach to product liability cases
Michael focuses his practice on the field of complex civil litigation with an emphasis on the prosecution of trucking and transportation cases. He also represents landowners whose property is being taken by eminent domain. He has extensive experience litigating wrongful death and catastrophic injury claims and has spoken nationally and internationally on topics related to trucking litigation,…
Clients Michael works with
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for product liability matters in Raleigh and the surrounding North Carolina area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Michael studied and practices
Campbell University
J.D. · 2007
North Carolina State University
B.S.
Jurisdictions
Michael's state bar admissions
North Carolina, Nort
2007 · ACTIVE
Michael studied at J.D. in Campbell University and B.S. in North Carolina State University.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed J.D. in Campbell University and B.S. in North Carolina State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in North Carolina 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.
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
Locations
Office locations for Michael Rainey in Raleigh, North Carolina
Michael's primary office is at Raleigh, North Carolina, 97787. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Michael Rainey — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new product liability 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 product liability attorney in Raleigh, North Carolina
A short list to run through before you commit: How many product liability 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 product liability practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every product liability 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 product liability practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michael Rainey
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a product liability 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 product liability attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.
How long do product liability cases in North Carolina typically take?
Simple product liability 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 Raleigh?
Michael is licensed in North Carolina. Matters governed by North Carolina 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 product liability 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
Product Liability attorneys serving Raleigh, Charlotte and Durham in North Carolina
Michael handles product liability matters throughout North Carolina. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified product liability attorneys in that community.
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