[ALBANY, NY – December 18, 2023] Monaco Cooper Lamme & Carr, PLLC is proud to announce the promotion of attorney Michelle A. Storm to partner effective January 1, 2024.
MCLC partners, Mackenzie Monaco, Adam Cooper, Jake Lamme and Brian Carr, are enthusiastic in their praise of Michelle. Collectively, they state “When we decided to leave our former firms and start MCLC, Michelle had faith in us, and herself, to start something new. We are thankful for that, as Michelle has been integral to the success of the firm in our first four years.”
Jake Lamme continues “Michelle is a valuable member of our team. She has vast professional proficiencies, she serves her clients well, and has a gift for communication that benefits both our clients and our team.”
“In addition to her impressive legal track record, Michelle is also devoted to the MCLC team culture and has displayed exceptional leadership qualities that will help us develop the next generation of attorneys. And yes, Michelle is a great attorney, but she is also a remarkable wife, mother, friend, and person. We could not be happier to welcome Michelle into our partnership,” the partners further said.
Asked to comment on her promotion to partner, Michelle stated “It’s been an incredible four years working alongside Mackenzie, Adam, Jake, and Brian. I was energized when they asked me to join their new firm and motivated to be a part of its success. They are amazing attorneys and just good people – their confidence in my legal abilities and invitation to become their partner is a tremendous honor. I’m excited to see what comes next!
“Being made a partner is not a right, but something that must be earned through hard work, impeccable client service, and leadership skills. Michelle has checked all these boxes and more and has certainly earned this promotion,” said Mackenzie Monaco.
The entire MCLC team congratulates Michelle on her promotion.
About Michelle A. Storm
Michelle Storm litigates matters for individuals, businesses, and corporations in a range of industries including the professions, insurance, hospitality and retail, and government. She is also Town Attorney to several towns in upstate New York. She has spent many years practicing both plaintiff and defense litigation and, having looked at the law from both sides of the table, she is able to offer her clients a unique perspective and powerful representation. Michelle’s clients find her prepared, committed, and driven to advancing their cases with the best strategy for a successful outcome.
Michelle is a member of ALFA International’s Future Leaders Forum and was a speaker at its seminar in September 2023, speaking on the topic of how a growth mindset can assist an attorney as a future leader in the legal industry. Michelle was named to the New York Super Lawyers Rising Stars list from 2018-2023 – a list which includes the top 2.5% of attorneys under the age of 40 in New York. She is a member of the New York State Bar Association, Albany County Bar Association, and Capital District Trial Lawyers Association.
Michelle is a 2012 graduate of Albany Law School where she received the Isabelle Redman Prize at graduation, awarded to the one student who demonstrated courage, perseverance, and graciousness in confronting extraordinary challenges. Prior to joining MCLC, she practiced for nearly eight years in private practice focusing on personal injury litigation. She can be reached at (518) 675-7743 and mstorm@mclclaw.com.
About Monaco Cooper Lamme & Carr, PLLC
MCLC is a law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services and unparalleled value while building rewarding and lasting client relationships. Our team includes seasoned trial and transactional attorneys who are nationally recognized industry and legal authorities in a wide range of practices, supported by a remarkable professional support staff. For more information on our firm, visit mclclaw.com or contact our Marketing Director, Stacy A. Smith at ssmith@mclclaw.com.
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