Michael Pelagalli

Attorney

Michael understands that time is of the essence when the reputation an individual or business has tirelessly built and worked to earn is attacked. Based on his years of experience as an attorney, he has witnessed firsthand the significant tangible and intangible impact even one defamatory statement can have on an individual or business’s good name. Clients feel assured that whether in or out of the courtroom, Michael will passionately advocate to protect their reputation as if it were his own.

From removing defamatory content throughout the Internet to establishing the monetary damages resulting from online defamation in courts across the country, Michael combines his deep litigation and jury trial experience to achieve tailored solutions for his clients’ unique problems. An important measure by which Michael defines success is how quickly he can provide peace of mind to his clients to move forward with their lives or businesses.

Throughout his career, Michael has represented large corporations, executives, medical professionals, small businesses, and individuals in a variety of defamation matters. His proven track record of success in and out of the courtroom is demonstrated by the numerous favorable jury trial verdicts, six-figure settlements for his clients, and successful petitions for injunctive or other equitable relief he’s achieved. As lead counsel, Michael tackles all aspects of the litigation, trial, and appeals processes on behalf of both plaintiffs and defendants, and is therefore knowledgeable about the intricacies of the judicial process. Armed with this wealth of experience, Michael thrives on opportunities to defend his clients’ reputations under the pressure that naturally is associated with these situations.

Outside of the office, Michael enjoys spending time with his family and friends, watching sports, and coaching rugby in the greater Cleveland area.

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Michael’s Client Testimonials

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We hired Minc and attorney Michael Pelagalli in 2023 to handle a very stressful situation where a competitor used Reddit to spread false information about our patented stretching device, CastleFlexx.com | What made this difficult was this person was also the mediator of the entire / Flexibility group which had approx 1 million redditors reading it. With some research we found out she was not only a moderator but ALSO owned a cheap plastic band product line amongst other services she likely felt were threatened by our success. Michael was able to get this very difficult person to remove all her threads and comments and it went from page 1 on Google to GONE. It took some time but months are nothing for a brand that plans to be around for decades. Thank you Michael and Team Minc. This really helped our business rebound and we owe it to yall.
Dan Castle
Our experience with Minc Law was excellent from start to finish. Not only was attorney Michael Pelagalli successful in the removal of harmful online content, he was unbelievably professional and we felt comfortable from the beginning. Our situation was handled with confidence and grace, very transparent with no surprises. Thank you for representing our family, we are very grateful for your service… Money well spent!
Tim Wilcox
Mike Pelagalli, Aka: my Angel. Before, I Found Mike, I searched for months for an attorney, meanwhile the social circle ruining my name was growing. I was depressed, and visiting very dark places. After our first phone call, I cried. I knew I had found him. Not only has an attorney, but also a friend, and a realistic professional who does not want to see me spending unnecessary money. As a Father himself, he and my dad have shared relatable concerns acting as they would having face the situation. Mike Pelagalli always has his game face on, and the best part….not only does Mike want to win, but he aggressively works to provide you with vindication and MERCY! So, confused or lost, call the Angels at Minc Law
Allie Wagner
I worked with Michael Pelagalli and he handled our case in a timely matter. He is very professional, and we couldn’t have been happier with the service. I highly recommend Minc Law!
Oksana Gr
I was going through an slew of false accusations and was pointed in the direction of the Mink Law Firm. I am so thankful for their services, as they helped me when I felt alone and helpless. Michael P and his team were nothing but professional, and I will forever be in a state of gratitude for their legal knowledge. 5 stars and more if I could.
Alex Hinson
Absolutely phenomenal. Michael took care of every single issue of defamation. I was concerned about wording because of the public nature of all parties involved, but Michael had open communication and approval from me all along the way. I will suggest him to absolutely anyone.
KD
I came across Minc Law for a certain online matter and so glad I met Micheal Pelagalli. I dealt with a lawyer previous to meeting him and I didn’t get no where near the great legal personal service Micheal provides. I spoke with Micheal on a 1 on 1 basis through text and calls and not passing me off to his paralegal like some lawyers in the industry do. He goes above and beyond for his clients and has their best interest at heart. Also thanks to Aaron Minc for pitching in on the situation. If you want straight talk and no BS and someone who is willing to go all In for you, hire Mike Pelagalli Like I did.
Saadi Madina
Michael was great to work with, he understood the issue I was having with an extortion case and took control of all communication. The situation was resolved in a timely fashion and I feel great about the outcome. I would recommend Minc and Michael to anyone having the same issue.
CR
Unfortunately I got extorted . I am glad I took swift action with Minc. They saved me a lot of stress and felt confident working with them with dealing with my situation
OP
My experience with Michael P at Minc Law Firm was truly exceptional. From start to finish, he displayed utmost professionalism, attentiveness, and provided stellar guidance every step of the way. Michael’s negotiation prowess and meticulous attention to detail were remarkable, playing a pivotal role in achieving a favorable resolution. Without his counsel, navigating the situation would have been immensely challenging. I highly recommend Michael P and Minc Law Firm for anyone seeking outstanding legal support.
Daniel Hernandez

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Civic Involvement

Bar Admissions

Education

Miami University, Farmer School of Business (B.S.)

Cleveland-Marshall College of Law (J.D.)

  • 2014-2015 Nationals Competition – Moot Court – Region 6 Champion

Representative Matters

  • Successful identification of individual responsible for creating anonymous defamatory websites, deletion of websites, and obtained six figure judgments against said individual.
  • Successful identification of numerous individuals responsible for creating anonymous defamatory websites and deletion of those sites.
  • Successful deletion of false and defamatory Change.org petitions started by known individuals and anonymous groups.
  • Successful reclamation of online domain for a client through The World Intellectual Property Organization’s Uniform Domain-Name Dispute-Resolution Policy.
  • Successful deletion of false and defamatory articles from political news outlets.
  • Deletion of false and defamatory Google Reviews from both anonymous and known individuals.
  • Successful content removal from outlets like ESPN, Barstool Sports, local news outlets, specialty blogsites, and more.
  • Represented businesses and professionals against defamatory campaigns on Google My Business, Yelp, Ripoff Report, Web MD, Vitals.com, Rate My Professor, and other review sites.
  • Successful representation of individuals and businesses to obtain deletion of negative posts on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Reddit, and Tik Tok.
  • Successful representation of numerous individuals in the deletion of unauthorized recordings uploaded to the Internet.

Awards

  • Super Lawyers – Recognized as a “Rising Star” by Thompson Reuters, (2022, 2023, 2024)
  • Best Lawyers – “Ones to Watch” (2024)

Presentations

  • Saint Ignatius High School – Presenter. Minc Law Crash Course in Digital Safety (2023, 2024).
  • Cleveland Metropolitan Bar Association – Presenter. The Defamation Cases against Alex Jones. “Speech is free, but lies you have to pay for.” December 15, 2022
  • Parma Bar Association – Presenter. The Ethics and Practice of Handling Online Reputation Issues as a Legal Professional. December 15, 2021

Publications & PR

Minc Law Publications

Videos By Michael

  • How to Handle Being Blackmailed by Your Sugar Baby
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  • How to Remove Fake Google Reviews
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  • Steps to Take If You Are The Target of Twitter Defamation
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  • Sextortion and Online Extortion Legal Services Q&A
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