Polales Horton & Leonardi LLP is pleased to announce that Michael J. Testa has joined the firm as a Partner in its Chicago office. Mr. Testa brings more than thirteen years of experience representing clients in complex commercial litigation across a wide range of industries including business and real estate disputes, and toxic tort, products liability, premises liability, professional liability and personal injury defense.
Mr. Testa has built a practice defending business owners, corporations, manufacturers, suppliers, premises owners, commercial landlords, attorneys, accountants and other business professionals in high-exposure litigation, including class actions and multidistrict proceedings. His work spans sectors such as automotive, pharmaceuticals, consumer products, industrial equipment, hazardous substances, medical devices and real estate. Mr. Testa has significant experience in all stages of litigation, from initial case strategy through trial, and is known for delivering pragmatic strategies in technically challenging cases.
“We are excited to welcome Mike to our growing team in Chicago,” said Tim Horton, Co-Founding Partner of Polales Horton & Leonardi LLP. “His deep experience in commercial litigation, toxic tort and products liability litigation, and real estate litigation, coupled with his reputation for strategic thinking and client service, will be a tremendous asset to our firm and our clients.”
Throughout his career, Mr. Testa has successfully represented clients in state and federal courts and arbitrations nationwide, often in matters involving complex scientific, medical, regulatory, and engineering issues. He has also served as both local and national coordinating counsel for various equipment and product manufacturers in toxic tort litigation, and advises clients on risk management, litigation readiness, and regulatory compliance.
“I’m honored to join Polales Horton & Leonardi,” said Mr. Testa. “The firm’s commitment to excellence in trial advocacy and its collaborative, client-focused approach, make this a perfect fit for my practice.”
Mr. Testa earned his J.D. from Brooklyn Law School, his B.A. from Columbia University and has been recognized as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers for his work in civil litigation.
Outside his legal practice, Mr. Testa has devoted time to various nonprofit organizations, and is an active member of and advocate for Cycle for Survival, an organization committed to raising funds for rare cancer research.
About Polales Horton & Leonardi LLP
Polales Horton & Leonardi LLP is a boutique law firm founded in Chicago and committed to delivering exceptional legal representation and personalized service to its clients. With offices in both Chicago and Columbia, South Carolina, PHL serves a diverse clientele across a wide range of practice areas, including civil litigation, criminal defense, intellectual property, corporate compliance, and insurance recovery litigation on behalf of insureds. Included among PHL’s partners are a former federal prosecutor, a former federal public defender, and several lawyers who previously worked for AmLaw 200 law firms.