Michael Sterling

Founding Partner

Biography

Michael Sterling is the founding partner of Sterling Law and has over 30 years of experience in personal injury and civil litigation. He has successfully recovered over $100 million for his clients throughout his career.

A graduate of Harvard Law School, Michael has been recognized as a Super Lawyer for 15 consecutive years and was named "Lawyer of the Year" by the New York State Bar Association in 2020. He is known for his aggressive representation and unwavering commitment to his clients.

Michael specializes in complex personal injury cases, including catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, and medical malpractice. He has tried over 100 cases to verdict and has secured numerous multi-million dollar settlements.

Outside of the courtroom, Michael is actively involved in community service and serves on the boards of several nonprofit organizations. He is a frequent speaker at legal conferences and has authored numerous articles on trial advocacy.

Education

  • Juris Doctor, Harvard Law School, 1992 — cum laude
  • Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Columbia University, 1989 — magna cum laude

Professional admissions

  • New York
  • New Jersey
  • Connecticut
  • U.S. District Court, SDNY
  • U.S. District Court, EDNY

Languages

English, Spanish