Michael A. Costello
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
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Michael Costello was born and raised in Central Florida. In his youth, his competitive spirit became apparent through his participation in local sports. His drive manifested itself in high school as he received Varsity letters in baseball, football, and track, and was named captain of the baseball team. He has always played to win, and he continues to carry this determination for success on behalf of his clients.Michael attended Saint Leo University near the Tampa area of Southern Florida for his undergraduate degree. He graduated from the Honors Program and earned a B.A. in History. He was an active member of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society, as well as co-chairmen of the intramural council. He went on to attend Barry University, Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law in Orlando, Florida where he was a member of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity and completed the Children and Family Law Concentration Program.Michael’s years of hard work and relentless dedication to his clients earned him the position of Managing Partner of the Orlando office. He practices in various areas including automobile negligence, general liability, premises liability, products liability, property damage, representation of public entities, subrogation insurance coverage issues and transportation & trucking. Michael was awarded a Florida Trend Legal Elite NOTABLE - Managing Partner for 2023 and has been named to the 2024 edition of Best Lawyers in America® for Personal Injury Litigation -Defendants. He has continued to obtain great results for clients through research, preparation, and attention to detail. Michael continues to successfully manage the Orlando Hightower office with great pride.Michael lives near downtown Orlando and is a member of the Orange County Bar Association and Orlando Sport and Social Club. He has volunteered with the American Cancer Society and Habitat for Humanity. In his spare time he enjoys reading, playing golf, traveling with his wife, and he is an avid football and motor-sports fan. in History. He was an active member of Phi Alpha Theta History Honor Society, as well as co-chairmen of the intramural council. He went on to attend Barry University, Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law in Orlando, Florida where he was a member of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity and completed the Children and Family Law Concentration Program. Michael’s years of hard work and relentless dedication to his clients earned him the position of Managing Partner of the Orlando office. He practices in various areas including automobile negligence, general liability, premises liability, products liability, property damage, representation of public entities, subrogation insurance coverage issues and transportation & trucking. Michael was awarded a Florida Trend Legal Elite NOTABLE - Managing Partner for 2023 and has been named to the 2024 edition of Best Lawyers in America® for Personal Injury Litigation -Defendants. He has continued to obtain great results for clients through research, preparation, and attention to detail. Michael continues to successfully manage the Orlando Hightower office with great pride. Michael lives near downtown Orlando and is a member of the Orange County Bar Association and Orlando Sport and Social Club. He has volunteered with the American Cancer Society and Habitat for Humanity. In his spare time he enjoys reading, playing golf, traveling with his wife, and he is an avid football and motor-sports fan.
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Scott Howard
When our small business was hit with a complex premises liability lawsuit, we were overwhelmed. We needed an attorney who was not only a sharp legal mind but also someone who understood the local landscape. Michael Costello was exactly that. His 14 years of general practice experience were immediately evident; he navigated the intricacies of our case with a calm, strategic confidence. His background in defending personal injury claims, for which he’s been recognized, gave him a profound insight into the other side’s tactics. He explained every step clearly, never resorting to legalese, and his competitive drive—honed from his local roots and sports background—was channeled perfectly into relentless preparation. Michael and his team at Hightower, Stratton secured a dismissal before trial, saving us immense stress and financial exposure. He’s more than just a lawyer; he’s a dedicated partner who fights for his clients with integrity and deep local knowledge. We cannot recommend him highly enough.