Mr. Michael John Gannon
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Mr. Michael John Gannon
Biography
The Affolter Gannon law firm is uniquely suited to fight for the rights of victims injured in accidents because Mike Gannon and Dick Affolter used to be among Vermont's premiere insurance defense lawyers. The AG team were the attorneys insurance companies called when claims were asserted against them. In fact, Mike and Dick received awards from insurance companies and were asked to instruct their adjusters how to handle legal issues. A little more than ten years ago, AG made the decision to "switch teams" and to represent injured claimants who are being treated unfairly by insurance companies. We know these companies thoroughly, inside and out. And they know us. Our close knowledge of the insurance companies allows us to better help our clients get them the money they deserve. Housed in the historic Kiln building in Essex Junction, Affolter Gannon's lawyers have combined over 100 years of practice and professional achievement coupled with accessibility and compassion - a combination that is next to impossible to find at most law firms. Mike holds Martindale Hubbell's highest rating, AV, and is listed as a Super Lawyer in New England for both personal injury on behalf of plaintiffs and for insurance law. He also holds the highest possible rating on AVVO, 10, based upon reviews of both colleagues and former clients. Mike Gannon and Dick Affolter are two of a small number of attorneys listed as Vermont Top Lawyers (in civil litigation) by Vermont Business Magazine.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Medical Malpractice
Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors
Insurance Claims
Bad Faith Insurance, Business Insurance, Disability Insurance, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Motor Vehicle Insurance, Property Insurance
Fees
- Free Consultation - Affolter Gannon invites people who have experienced an injury or loss to contact us. We will listen to you and give you our best advise. It doesn't cost anything to speak with us.
- Credit Cards Accepted - Visa and MasterCard only.
- Contingent Fees - If you retain Affolter Gannon as your lawyers, you will not be changed a fee unless we we win for you.
- Rates, Retainers and Additional Information - We are passionate about helping injured Vermonters.
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Languages
Professional Experience
Associate Attorney Downs Rachlin Martin
Year: 1984 - 1987
Description: Mike began his career in Vermont practicing as a civil litigation lawyer at Downs Rachlin Martin in Burlington.
Partner Pierson Affolter & Wadhams
Year: 1987 - 1994
Description: Richard Affolter and Michael Gannon were each partners in the civil litigation firm of Pierson Affolter & Wadhams.
Senior Partner Affolter Gannon
Year: 1994 - Current
Description: Richard Affolter and Michael Gannon were two of the top litigation lawyers in Vermont when they founded Affolter Gannon in 1994.
Judicial Law Clerk United States Courts
Year: 1983 - 1984
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Professional Associations
The International Society of Primerus Law Firms Member (1999 - Current)
American Trial Lawyers Association Member (2002 - Current)
Awards
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Vermont Top Lawyers in Civil Trial
Vermont Business Magazine 2020.0
Note: Partners Mike Gannon and Dick Affolter again each been selected by Vermont Business Magazine as Vermont Top Lawyers in civil trial work.
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Highest Rating for Personal Injury Lawyer
Avvo 2020.0
Note: Avvo has given Mike its highest possible rating, 10 of 10, based upon surveys of other Vermont lawyers and of clients.
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Top Rated Personal Injury Attorney in Vermont
Super Lawyers 2020.0
Note: Super Lawyers has again selected Mike as one of the top rated personal injury attorneys in Vermont.
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AV Rating, Preeminent
Martindale Hubbell 2020.0
Note: Mike Gannon and Dick Affolter have each been awarded Martindale Hubbell's highest rating, AV Preeminent. The recipients of this distinction are selected by other lawyers - it signifies the highest level of professional excellence and ethical standing.
Education
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Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law J.D. (1982) | Law
Year: 1979 - 1982
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State University of New York - Binghamton B.A. (1976) | English Literature, History, Politics
Year: 1972 - 1976
Websites
AFFOLTER GANNON
15 Brickyard Road, Essex Junction, VT 05452
(802) 878-6269