Mike Clelland

Mike Clelland, Employment Attorney in Orlando, Florida

Over 21 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Government, and Personal Injury

AttorneyatMorgan & Morgan

Orlando, FL

Practicing employment in Orlando since 2005.

21+
Years practicing
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Mike Clelland is an attorney based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on Employment, Government, and Personal Injury. Mike has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan.

Based in
Orlando, FL
Experience
over 21 years
Known for
Employment · Government · Personal Injury
  • Handles Employment, Government, and Personal Injury matters from Orlando, FL.
  • Over 21 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Mike Clelland: Mike Clelland is an attorney based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on Employment, Government, and Personal Injury. Mike has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Mike Clelland

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

Employment cases in Orlando, Florida

Mike takes employment matters in Orlando, 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 Mike agrees to represent you.

Government cases in Orlando, Florida

Mike takes government matters in Orlando, 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 Mike agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Orlando, Florida

Mike takes personal injury matters in Orlando, 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 Mike agrees to represent you.

Workers Comp cases in Orlando, Florida

Mike takes workers comp matters in Orlando, 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 Mike agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Mike Clelland — Over 21 years of Florida employment experience

Mike Clelland is an attorney based in Orlando, FL. The practice focuses on Employment, Government, and Personal Injury. Mike has over 21 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan.

Mike Clelland was born in Washington, D.C. and his family moved to Florida in 1974. He was a firefighter in Central Florida for 26 years. He entered the fire service directly out of high school and became an active member of his International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) local union, taking the lead in contract negotiations and labor disputes. He entered management as a Battalion Chief in 2002 and retired in 2008 at this rank. With this unique perspective, Mr. Clelland is keenly aware of issues confronting firefighters and other first responders today. His primary area of law practice is first responder litigation concerning Florida's Heart/Lung Bill, but he also handles first responders’ line-of-duty pension matters as well as government actions.

Mr. Clelland attended Seminole Community College and received an Associates Degree in Fire Science Technology in 1999. He received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science in 2002 from the University of Central Florida. He received a Juris Doctor in 2006 from Florida A&M University College of Law.

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Working with Mike on a employment matter

Mike Clelland was born in Washington, D.C. and his family moved to Florida in 1974. He was a firefighter in Central Florida for 26 years. He entered the fire service directly out of high school and became an active member of his International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) local union, taking the lead in contract negotiations and labor disputes. He entered management as a Battalion Chief in…

Who Mike represents

Mike reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, government, and personal injury matters in Orlando and the surrounding Florida area.

Credentials

Mike Clelland's legal education and bar admissions

  • Florida A&M University School of Law

    J.D. · 2005

  • Seminole State College

    A.S. Fire · 1994

Jurisdictions

Mike's state bar admissions

  • Florida

    2005 · ACTIVE

Mike studied at J.D. in Florida A&M University School of Law and A.S. Fire in Seminole State College.

Law school and academic background

Mike completed J.D. in Florida A&M University School of Law and A.S. Fire in Seminole State College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Mike runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Mike's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Memberships •Florida House of Representatives - Former Member •Civil Justice Subcommittee •Criminal Justice Subcommittee •Economic Affairs Committee •Ethics & Elections Subcommittee •Joint Select Committee on Collective Bargaining

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Locations

Mike Clelland's office in Orlando

Mike's primary office is at 20 North Orange Avenue, Suite 1600, Orlando, FL, 32801. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Morgan & Morgan

20 North Orange Avenue, Suite 1600

Orlando, FL 32801

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Hiring guide

How to hire Mike Clelland — what to expect in your first consultation

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

Consultation formats and pricing

Mike charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Mike'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; Mike will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Orlando, Florida

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Mike

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

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Mike confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

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

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Mike Clelland

  • How much does it cost to hire Mike for a employment case?

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

  • Does Mike offer a free consultation?

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

  • How long do employment cases in Florida typically take?

    Simple employment 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. Mike gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Mike take my case if I'm outside Orlando?

    Mike 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 — Mike 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 Mike?

    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. Mike will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Mike accepting new employment clients right now?

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

Areas served

Employment attorneys serving Orlando, Miami and Tampa in Florida

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