Certified Circuit and County Court Mediator
Michelle Incandela
Kissimmee,FL
Summary
Dynamic and results oriented Managing Attorney with 26 years of experience in personal injury law. Exceptional leadership and negotiation skills combined with a proven ability to deliver outstanding client outcomes. Expert in developing case strategies and managing litigation. Committed to providing top-tier legal services and fostering a collaborative, client focused firm environment.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Litigation Attorney
Glasgow Law Firm
02.2025 - Current
- Conducted and defended numerous depositions including plaintiffs, defendants, experts, corporate representatives and fact witnesses.
- Attended hearings, pre-trial conferences and mediations.
- Engaged in all aspects of defense litigation from Answer to conclusion of the matter.
Managing Attorney, Partner
NeJame Law
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Oversaw all aspects of the firms' personal injury division, including case assignments, strategy development and operational efficiency.
- Established and maintained relationships with clients, medical professionals and expert witnesses to strengthen case outcomes.
- Initiated and maintained strategic marketing initiatives, community engagement and business development.
- Completed quarterly reviews of case files, employees and overall firm structures and introduced ideas and systems to remedy issues.
- Closely monitored division progress ensuring compliance with deadlines, legal standards and ethical practices.
- Introduced new training program and hired, trained, and supervised new employees.
- Implemented comprehensive new division policies and procedures to maximize efficiency within the division.
Attorney
Draper Law Office
01.2019 - 09.2023
- Engaged in all aspects of plaintiff's personal injury practice from intake to trial.
- Attend trials, depositions, mediations and pre-trial conferences.
- Investigated and analyzed potential claims, drafted initial discovery, responses to discovery requests, motions, pleadings, and other court documents.
- Drafted demands, detailed status updates, medical record summaries and case status reports.
- Negotiated claims to full resolution, prepared closing documents and reviewed liability releases.
- Developed strategies to resolve cases in client's best interest while maintaining consistent communication with clients.
Attorney
Rock Law Group
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Handled high volume of litigation files for defense firm specializing in complex, high value, commercial property and bodily injury claims.
- Worked closely with clients to develop case strategies ensuring priorities were met while limiting financial strain.
- Drafted detailed initial reports, interim status reports and advisory reports with recommendations to clients in a timely manner.
- Attended mediations, depositions and court appearances.
- Prepared reports and communicated with retained experts in preparation of trial.
- Adhered to court/statutory deadlines and responsibilities in connection with litigation files.
- Tracked and recorded billable hours.
Attorney
Alvarez, Winthrop, Thompson & Storey, P.A.
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Responsible for multiple commercial trucking and commercial property litigation files.
- Prepared discovery, responses to discovery requests from opposing counsel, motions, pleadings, and other court documents.
- Drafted initial reports, and subsequent status reports to insurance carriers.
- Tracked and recorded billable hours and exceeded goals.
- Conducted and reported on numerous depositions and field inspections.
- Investigated claims and prepared advisory summaries to clients detailing strengths and weaknesses of claims with recommendations for resolution.
Attorney
Draper Law Office
01.2010 - 01.2016
- Engaged in all aspects of legal practice within plaintiff's personal injury firm from intake to trial, including but not limited to jury trials, depositions, mediations, preparation of various pleadings and negotiations.
- Coordinated and attended meetings with clients with heavy emphasis on consistent communication.
- Resolved claims in a timely fashion with desired results.
Attorney
Law Office of Luis F. Vega-Alicea, P.A.
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Performed all duties as required for this small firm specializing in personal injury and criminal law.
- Conducted jury trials, drafted demand packages, participated in settlement negotiations, drafted and maintained pleadings/discovery requests, drafted discovery responses, prepared mediation presentations, drafted complaints, reviewed medical records and drafted detailed medical chronologies, interviewed clients for intake, and resolved claims.
Attorney
Law Office of Michelle Incandela, Esq.
01.2000 - 01.2003
- Tried numerous cases and prepared appellate briefs on per diem basis as outside counsel for Allstate Insurance Company.
Attorney
Longo & D'Apice, Esqs.
01.1997 - 01.2000
- Conducted numerous jury trials and depositions.
- Prepared and served appellate briefs, motions and legal memoranda.
- Prepared all pleadings including summons and complaints, answers with affirmative defenses.
Education
Juris Doctor -
CUNY School of Law at Queens College
Queens, NY01.1997
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY01.1990
Skills
- Legal Team Management
- Staff Training
- Complex Case Strategy Development
- Mediation & Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Written & Oral Communication
- Time Management
- Client Acquisition & Retention
- Legal analysis
- Litigation management
- Settlement negotiation
Software
6-20 Adjuster All Lines
Timeline
Litigation Attorney
Glasgow Law Firm
02.2025 - Current
Managing Attorney, Partner
NeJame Law
09.2023 - 12.2024
Attorney
Draper Law Office
01.2019 - 09.2023
Attorney
Rock Law Group
01.2018 - 01.2019
Attorney
Alvarez, Winthrop, Thompson & Storey, P.A.
01.2017 - 01.2018
Attorney
Draper Law Office
01.2010 - 01.2016
Attorney
Law Office of Luis F. Vega-Alicea, P.A.
01.2005 - 01.2008
Attorney
Law Office of Michelle Incandela, Esq.
01.2000 - 01.2003
Attorney
Longo & D'Apice, Esqs.
01.1997 - 01.2000
Juris Doctor -
CUNY School of Law at Queens College
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Hofstra University