Michelle Buxton Hemesath represents medical malpractice victims and their families. She began her career on the defense side, representing doctors and healthcare providers, and learned from some of the best defense attorneys in the nation. During this time, Michelle, gained invaluable experience and intimate knowledge of how insurance companies handle lawsuits, how to best position a case for trial, and how to wade through complex medical issues.
Michelle treats every case as if it’s going to trial. Michelle believes that the only way to obtain maximum recovery in a settlement is for the defense firm and insurance carrier to know that she is willing and able to try cases.
Michelle attended college at San Diego State University. After receiving her Bachelor of Arts in political science, Michelle attended the University of San Diego School of Law. While there, she participated in the university’s special education clinic advocating on behalf of students and parents to ensure students received the maximum benefits allowable under the law. Michelle graduated in the top twenty percent of her class and received awards in Complex Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution. In addition, Michelle received the Maria Shih Award for Diversity Awareness and Service.
In 2021 and 2022, Michelle was selected as a Rising Star in plaintiff-side medical malpractice, awarded to the top 2.5% of attorneys under the age of 40, by Super Lawyer Magazine.
In her spare time, she enjoys yoga and spending time with family, including her husband Tim, daughter Edie, and dog Shadow.
