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Strategic Legal Counsel In Kentucky, Ohio And Indiana

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Michelle L. Burden

ATTORNEY AT LAW

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Practice Areas:

  • Personal Injury
  • Insurance Coverage
  • Commercial Disputes
  • Construction Defects
  • Intellectual Property
  • Employment Law
  • Domestic Relations
  • Estate Planning

Biography

For more than two decades, Michelle has represented individuals and businesses throughout Kentucky, Ohio, and Indiana in matters involving personal injury, insurance coverage, commercial disputes, construction defects, and intellectual property. She also advises clients in employment law, domestic relations, and estate planning, providing comprehensive counsel for both personal and professional legal needs.

Michelle is known for her strategic and practical approach to litigation. She has successfully handled cases from the trial court level through appeal—including arguing and prevailing before the Kentucky Supreme Court, a testament to her dedication and skill in achieving results for her clients.

Licensed to practice in state and federal courts across Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana, Michelle offers a unique advantage to clients with multi-jurisdictional or complex litigation. Whether resolving a dispute through early settlement or taking a case to trial, she is committed to finding the best outcome for every client.

Education

  • University of Kentucky College of Law, Lexington, Kentucky
    • J.D. – 2001
    • Trial Advocacy Board
  • University of Kentucky
    • B.S., Biotechnology – 1998
    • Honors: cum laude

Bar Admissions

  • Ohio
  • Kentucky
  • Indiana
  • U.S. Court of Appeals 6th Circuit
  • U.S. District Court Northern District of Ohio
  • U.S. District Court Southern District of Ohio
  • U.S. District Court Eastern District of Kentucky
  • U.S. District Court Western District of Kentucky
  • U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana
  • U.S. District Court Southern District of Indiana

Professional Associations

  • Kentucky Bar Association

  • Ohio State Bar Association

  • Indiana State Bar Association

  • Northern Kentucky Bar Association

  • Ohio Association of Civil Trial Attorneys (OACTA)
    • Personal Injury Defense Committee, Chair (2014–2025)
    • Board Member (2025-present)
  • Cincinnati Academy of Leadership for Lawyers (2012)

Honors

  • Super Lawyers Ohio Rising Star (2009–2015)
  • Legal Aid Society of Cincinnati, Volunteer Lawyers Project
  • Notre Dame Academy High School Mentor Program

Pro-Bono Activities

  • St. Elizabeth Healthcare Foundation, Gift of Health Committee, Chair, 2013- present
  • Notre Dame Academy Alumnae Group
  • Susan B. Kohmen Race for the Cure Activities