About Michelle
Michelle A. Storm is a partner at Monaco Cooper Lamme & Carr, PLLC and a seasoned attorney with a robust and diverse legal practice. Michelle is known for her strategic mindset, meticulous preparation, and strong presence – whether it is in a courtroom or before a board. Her practice focuses on medical malpractice defense, commercial real estate and real property law, and complex civil litigation. She represents clients across New York in matters ranging from multi-million-dollar real estate transactions to high-stakes professional liability claims.
As an experienced Albany medical malpractice defense lawyer, Michelle is regularly retained by hospitals, healthcare systems, physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and allied health professionals facing allegations of professional negligence. She is recognized for her ability to manage complex, emotionally charged cases and deliver favorable outcomes through thorough investigation, persuasive motion practice, and skilled trial advocacy. Her clients rely on her not only for her legal acumen but for her ability to guide them through litigation with clarity, compassion, and confidence.
Michelle also maintains a significant commercial real estate and real property practice. As an Albany commercial real estate lawyer, she represents developers, property owners, landlords, tenants, and buyers in a wide range of transactions involving acquisition, development, financing, leasing, and land use compliance. With experience on both the litigation and transactional sides of real estate law, Michelle offers clients comprehensive counsel that protects their interests and anticipates risk at every stage of the deal. She routinely handles disputes involving zoning, contract enforcement, easements, and commercial lease issues, making her a trusted resource for businesses and individuals navigating complex property matters.
Michelle also serves as counsel to municipalities, advising on matters such as zoning and planning, public contracts, compliance, and governance. She is highly experienced in Article 78 proceedings, allowing her to effectively challenge or defend administrative decisions involving land use, licensing, and government actions on behalf of both private individuals and public entities.
In addition, Michelle is deeply committed to Title IX and civil rights matters. She represents students, faculty, educational institutions, and employers in cases involving sexual misconduct, gender discrimination, harassment, and institutional compliance. Her work includes investigations, hearings, and litigation, and she is trusted for her balanced, sensitive approach to these often high-stakes and emotionally charged cases. Michelle advocates for both survivors and the accused, and she advises colleges, universities, and organizations on internal investigations and compliance with Title IX regulations.
Michelle’s reputation is built on diligence, integrity, and a tireless commitment to her clients. Whether she is defending a healthcare provider in a malpractice claim, structuring a commercial real estate transaction, or representing a student in a Title IX hearing, Michelle brings clarity, experience, and tenacity to every matter she handles.
Why Michelle?
Upon graduating from Albany Law School, Michelle was honored with the Isabelle Redman Prize, awarded to the student who best exemplifies courage, perseverance, and grace in overcoming exceptional challenges. These same qualities now define Michelle’s legal practice and are reflected in her unwavering commitment to her clients.
With extensive experience on both the plaintiff and defense sides of litigation, Michelle brings a well-rounded and strategic perspective to every case. Her firsthand knowledge of how the other side thinks allows her to anticipate arguments, assess risks with precision, and develop compelling legal strategies. Whether navigating complex disputes or advocating in high-stakes matters, Michelle is known for her tenacity, insight, and results-driven approach, all qualities her clients have come to rely on.
When not practicing law, Michelle spends her time running, hiking, and with her family. She volunteers her time with non-profit organizations including the Ronald McDonald House and the National MPS Society, in honor and memory of her son, LB.
Qualifications
Education
- J.D., Albany Law School (2012)
- B.A., State University of New York at Albany, Sociology (2006)
Admissions
- New York State (2013)
- U.S. District Court, Northern District of New York (2018)
Affiliations
- ALFA International
- Transportation Practice Group, Member
- Women’s Initiative Practice Group, Transportation Liason
- Future Leaders Practice Group, Regional Chair
- American Association for Justice
- New York State Bar Association
- New York State Academy of Trial Lawyers
- Saratoga County Bar Association
- Capital District Trial Lawyers Association
Recognition
- Albany Law School Isabelle Redman Prize (2012)
- National Academy of Personal Injury Attorneys, Inc., Top 10 Under 40 award (2019)
- SuperLawyers “Rising Star” (2018-present)
Noteworthy
- DiSanto v. D’Assy, 2018 Slip Op 05007 (July 5, 2018)
Advocacy and Involvement
Community & Civic
- 5 for fiVe Race for a Cure, Coordinator (2010-12)
- Make a Wish Foundation, Volunteer
- National MPS Society, Volunteer
- New York State Young Democrats, Judicial Committee Member
- Ronald McDonald House Charities, Volunteer
- Saratoga County Young Democrats, Executive Board Secretary (prior)
- Town of Malta Democratic Committee, Member
- Town of Malta, New York, Candidate for Town Justice (2017, 2020)
Leadership
Speaking
- “Let’s Grow! Building Future Leaders in the Legal Industry”, ALFA International Future Leaders Forum Seminar, New Orleans, Louisiana (2023)
- “Don’t Send That Email!” and Other Training Tips for Non-Legal Employees to Effectively Manage Product Liability Risk”, ALFA International Product Liability & Complex Practice Group webinar (2022)
Publications
- Albany Law School, Alumni Spotlight, “Storm ’12: No Hill is Too High” (2024)
