Josephson Dunlap LLP
Michael A. Josephson
Managing Partner
Overview
Michael A. Josephson is the Managing Partner of Josephson Dunlap LLP and has practiced law for more than two decades. He has served as lead or co-lead counsel in more than 1,500 cases, representing tens of thousands of workers in disputes involving unpaid overtime, misclassification, off-the-clock work, and related wage violations.
His case experience spans a wide range of industries, including food processing, retail, transportation, oil and gas, construction, healthcare, chemical manufacturing, call centers, government contractors, staffing, and stadium services. He has represented workers in individual claims and in nationwide collective and class actions involving thousands of plaintiffs.
Michael co-founded Josephson Dunlap in 2017 with partner Andrew W. Dunlap with a specific focus on wage and hour law. The firm has since helped more than 100,000 workers recover wages across all 50 states.
Practice Areas
Wage and Hour Litigation
Unpaid overtime, misclassification, off-the-clock violations, bonus miscalculations, and related claims under the FLSA and state wage laws.
Class Action and Collective Action
Complex multi-plaintiff litigation at the state and federal level, including cases involving workers across multiple states, industries, and pay structures.
Civil Litigation
Individual and multi-party civil litigation involving wage disputes, employment law violations, and related claims.
Mass Torts
Representation in complex mass tort matters requiring coordination across large plaintiff groups and multiple jurisdictions.
Memberships and Affiliations
- Board of Directors, Texas Trial Lawyers Association
- Board of Directors, Houston Trial Lawyers Association
- Member, American Association for Justice
- Admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court
Education
2000
South Texas College of Law Houston
Juris Doctor
1997
University of Houston
Bachelor of Arts, History
Cum LaudeAwards and Recognition
- Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers: 2013 through 2026 (14-year recipient)
- Thomson Reuters Super Lawyers Rising Stars: 2006, 2008 through 2013 (7 years)
Super Lawyers
2013 - 2026
Rising Stars
2006, 2008 -2013
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