Mike Hooker has spent more than three decades representing clients in "high stakes" commercial litigation matters. Describing himself as "relentlessly detail-oriented," Mike is quick to master technical areas of law and business, and he excels in extracting companies from seemingly intractable legal problems. Mike is also a certified mediator and applies his negotiation skills to finding effective solutions for both parties.
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Mike Hooker has spent more than three decades representing clients in "high stakes" commercial litigation matters. Describing himself as "relentlessly detail-oriented," Mike is quick to master technical areas of law and business, and he excels in extracting companies from seemingly intractable legal problems. Mike is also a certified mediator and applies his negotiation skills to finding effective solutions for both parties.
Mike brings a diverse litigation experience to his practice, which includes the following types of complex litigation matters:
- Banking Litigation
- Business torts
- Civil rights claims
- Class action litigation
- Consumer protection claims
- Contract disputes
- Cyber security and data breach actions
- Franchisor/franchisee disputes
- Land use issues
- Products liability claims
- Real estate disputes
- RICO and fraud claims
- Shareholder disputes and derivative actions
- Telecommunications disputes
- Unfair trade practice claims
Mike has successfully defended more than 25 class action lawsuits, either by avoiding certification of the class or by negotiating favorable pretrial settlements. In recent years, Mike devotes considerable attention to cybersecurity, privacy laws and electronic discovery matters. He works with clients to develop strategies for electronic data organization, retention and collection - both before and during litigation - so they are prepared to actively avoid, pursue or defend disputes in the most efficient way possible. Additionally, he assists clients in managing the security and privacy of their data.
Outside the office, Mike applies his attention to detail in restoring vintage automobiles.