Michael C. Peckham, Partner
Michael Peckham is a trial lawyer who specializes in personal injury litigation. After spending years representing large insurance companies, he chose to dedicate his efforts representing victims of accidents throughout Florida. He joined Schwed Law in 2012 and has since recovered millions of dollars in compensation for his clients, through negotiated settlements and jury verdicts.
Michael was born and raised in Newport, Rhode Island. After residing in and traveling throughout the United States, the Virgin Islands and Europe, he relocated to Florida to begin his legal career.
In 2003, Michael graduated magna cum laude from The University of Rhode Island where he obtained Bachelor of Arts degrees in both Political Science and French. In 2009, he obtained a Juris Doctor degree from Florida Coastal School of Law where he earned individual awards in Trial Practice and Trial Advocacy. Michael is also proficient in French having studied at the Collège International de Cannes in the French Riviera.
Practice Areas:
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- Personal Injury
- Premises Liability
- Wrongful Death
- Motor Vehicle Accidents
- Slip and Fall Accidents
- Sexual Assault
- Dog/Animal Attacks
Bar Admissions & Other Affiliations:
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- The Florida Bar, 2009
- United States District Court, Southern District of Florida, 2011
- Palm Beach County Young Lawyers Association, 2010
Education:
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- University of Rhode Island, Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and French, 2003
- Florida Coastal School of Law, Juris Doctor, 2009