Michael Petrella focuses on complex commercial litigation, and has successfully litigated and tried numerous business disputes in both state and federal court. His experience includes litigating matters involving securities fraud, intellectual property, antitrust, civil RICO and the full range of business torts.
Petrella also has represented clients in internal shareholder disputes and leveraged buyout suits, and has extensive experience litigating corporate matters in the Delaware Chancery Court, including governance and M&A disputes
Lawdragon Honors
| Honor | Year | Practice |
|---|---|---|
| The 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America | 2026 | Complex Commercial Litigation |
| The 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America | 2025 | Complex Commercial Litigation |
Petrella was named to The 2025 and 2026 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America guide.
Petrella received his J.D. from Case Western Reserve University School of Law, cum laude, and his B.A. from Franklin & Marshall College.