Michael Mullavey, Jr.

As a valued partner at McArdle Franco PLLC in Miami, Florida, Michael Mullavey Jr. navigates the intricate waters of litigation, tackling challenging cases in the realms of business disputes, commercial matters and real estate and construction issues. He offers guidance to a diverse array of clients, including local and regional businesses, joint ventures, closely held corporations, sole proprietorships and individuals. His representation spans state and federal courts, appellate courts, administrative hearings and alternative dispute resolution forums, including arbitration panels.Mr. Mullavey holds both his Master of Business Administration and law degrees from the University of Florida, where he was a dynamic presence as vice president of the Business Law Moot Court and a general editor for the Florida Journal of International Law. Before embarking on his legal journey, he earned his bachelor’s degree in English and Spanish from Emory University, where he led as captain of the varsity golf team.Licensed in Florida since 2016, Mr. Mullavey is also admitted to the United States District Courts for the Northern, Southern and Middle Districts of Florida, as well as the United States Court of Appeals for the 11th Circuit. During his time at the University of Florida Levin College of Law, he contributed to the office of the general counsel for the University of Florida Health and the Shands Hospital network, aiding in the establishment and strategic planning of healthcare entities.Mr. Mullavey also gained valuable insights in labor and employment, civil rights and public agency law while working in the Office of the Vice President and General Counsel for the University of Florida. Joining McArdle Franco PLLC in 2017 after his tenure at a prominent Jacksonville law firm, he now oversees litigation for clients in fields such as:ArchitectureConstructionGeneral contractingDesign servicesEngineeringHealth careHospitalityProfessional servicesReal estateRetailAn esteemed figure in the legal community, Mr. Mullavey has been acknowledged in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America for commercial litigation and litigation – construction for the years 2024 and 2025.