Michael J. Corso

Michael J. Corso: Experienced Tort and Insurance Litigation Attorney in Fort Myers, Florida

Mike Corso is a seasoned attorney at Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt PA and serves as the chair of their Tort and Insurance Litigation practice area. With over two decades of experience in defense matters, Mike specializes in representing non-medical professionals such as lawyers, accountants, architects, engineers, and surveyors. His expertise also extends to copyright/trademark infringement cases, product liability issues, and general tort defense.

Mike frequently shares his insights with the legal community through articles and presentations on topics like defending non-medical professionals and improving law office risk management practices. He has spoken at numerous professional conferences across the United States, addressing both students and seasoned attorneys alike.

Practice Areas

• Tort and Insurance Litigation
• Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants
• Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
• Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants
• Product Liability Litigation - Defendants
• Litigation - Insurance
• Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants

Awards & Recognitions

• Lawyer of the Year: Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, Fort Myers (2017)
• Recognized: Legal Malpractice Law - Defendants, Best Lawyers in America (2012-2016)
• Recognized: Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants, Best Lawyers in America (2012-2016)
• Recognized: Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, Best Lawyers in America (2012-2016)
• Recognized: Professional Malpractice Law - Defendants, Best Lawyers in America (2012-2016)
• Outstanding Aerospace Engineer Award from Purdue University's School of Aeronautics & Astronautics (2011)
• Florida Defense Lawyers Association President’s Award (2008-2014)
• Exceptional Performance Citation from the Defense Research Institute (2013)
• Florida Super Lawyers, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2007-2015)
• Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2012

Educational Background

Mike pursued his undergraduate studies at Villanova University, graduating with a degree in law. He furthered his education by earning his juris doctorate from Purdue University's School of Aeronautics & Astronautics. Throughout his career, he has maintained active bar membership in the state of Florida.

Professional Affiliations and Memberships

• Florida Defense Lawyers Association President’s Award (2008-2014)
• Defense Research Institute's Exceptional Performance Citation (2013)
• Florida Super Lawyers, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants (2007-2015)