Michelle Y. Dixon has more than 20 years of insurance defense litigation experience representing businesses and individuals sued in cases involving personal injury (general and catastrophic), wrongful death, and property damage. She has successfully defended cases involving commercial trucks, passenger vehicles, Graves Amendment defense, product liability, premises liability, construction site injuries, and intentional torts. In addition to her litigation experience, Michelle has been actively involved in professional development and leadership initiatives, overseeing the instruction and coordination of professional and social courses for both attorneys and staff.

Outside of work, Michelle lives with her partner, David, and their dog, Storm, a brindle American Staffordshire terrier. Michelle is an avid gardener, cook, and mystery enthusiast.

    Education

    • Duke University School of Law (J.D., 1999)
      • Livengood Scholar
      • Prosecutor, Student Advocacy Panel
      • Instructor, Duke University Mock Trial Team
      • Competitor and Instructor, Fredrick Douglas Moot Court
      • Competitor, Dean’s Cup
      • Staff Writer, Alibi
    • Duke University (B.A. History & African American Studies, cum laude, 1996)
      • Counselor, Duke University Judicial Code Advisor
      • Duke Alumni Scholarship
      • Co-Chair, Peer Violence Outreach Team
      • Mock Trial Lawyer, Duke University Mock Trial Team

    Bar Admissions

    • California

    Court Admissions

    • U.S. District Court, Central District of California

    Professional Affiliations

    American Bar Association