Heart/Lung Bill
Section 112.18(1), Florida Statutes states that:Any condition or impairment of health of any Florida state, municipal, county, port authority, special tax district, or fire controlt district firefighter...
Meet Mike Clelland
Retired Firefighter and Attorney at Law
Mike was a firefighter in Central Florida for 26 years. He entered the fire service directly out of high school and became an active member of his International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) local union, taking the lead in contract negotiations and labor disputes.
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Statewide Legal Services
Florida's First Responders
Mike's primary area of law practice is first responder litigation concerning Florida's Heart/Lung Bill, but he also assists with a variety of other legal matters for First Responders’ including line-of-duty pension matters, personal injury, and pension fund monitoring.
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About Mike
Meet Mike Clelland
Mike Clelland served in the Florida House from 2012 to 2014, representing the
constituents of District 29 in Seminole County. Mike was born in Washington, D.C.
and his family moved to Florida in 1974.
Mike was a firefighter in Central Florida for 26 years. He entered the fire service
directly out of high school and became an active member of his International
Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) local union, taking the lead in contract
negotiations and labor disputes.
Who We Are
Your Partner for Legal Support
At every step of your legal journey, Mike and Melissa stand beside you with clarity, compassion, and unwavering commitment. They understand the stress that first responders face when navigating complex legal challenges, and they make it their priority to guide you with confidence and transparency. Their approach is personal and collaborative, ensuring that you feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout the process. When you work with their team, you are not just hiring legal representation; you are gaining trusted partners who are deeply invested in securing the justice and benefits you deserve. Their mission is simple: To protect the rights you have earned through a career of protecting others.
Practice Areas
Any condition or impairment of health of any Florida state, municipal, county, port authority, special tax district, or fire controlt district firefighter...
Personal Injury
Statewide, Mike and the team at Morgan and Morgan & Morgan, P.A. stand ready to help you when you become victim of someone else’s negligence. This includes auto accidents, medical malpractice...Why Choose Us?
Mike was a firefighter in Central Florida for 26 years with Longwood, IAFF Local
3163. He entered the fire service directly out of high school and became an active
member of his union, taking the lead in contract negotiations and labor disputes. He
entered management as Battalion Chief in 2002 and retired in 2007 at this rank. With
this unique perspective, Mike is keenly aware of issues confronting firefighters and
other first responders today. His primary area of law practice is first responder
litigation concerning Florida's Heart/Lung Bill, but he also handles first
responders’ line-of-duty pension cases.
Mike attended Seminole Community
College and received an Associate’s Degree in Fire Science Technology in 1999. He
received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science in 2002 from the University
of Central Florida. He received a Law Degree in 2006 from Florida A&M University
College of Law.
Mike and Melissa has worked together for over 15 years.
Melissa is a Florida Bar Certified Paralegal with exceptional case-handling skills.
She is widely respected in the first responder community, and is Mike’s point person
when it comes to moving cases through the litigation process. Together, they have
won cases from Miami to Pensacola. They have also had great success in settling
cases after their first responders retire.
Mike and Melissa are a team you
can count on, both to provide counseling and to aggressively advocate on your
behalf. And because of Mike’s background, he can relate to his clients like no other
lawyer in Florida who represents first responders.
Testimonials
I could not be more pleased with the quality of my representation and positive coverage outcome.
Thank you, Mike, for your care and concern for First Responders, and your efforts to assure fair treatment of those with job related injuries or illnesses.Merv Kennell, President, Local 2546, Suncoast Professional Firefighters & Paramedics
Both in the legislature, and in the courtroom, Mike Clelland has been a tireless advocate for firefighters all over Florida.
Rocco Salvatori, Vice President, Florida Professional Firefighters Association
I could not be more pleased with the quality of my representation and positive coverage outcome.
Thank you, Mike, for your care and concern for First Responders, and your efforts to assure fair treatment of those with job related injuries or illnesses.Merv Kennell, President, Local 2546, Suncoast Professional Firefighters & Paramedics
Both in the legislature, and in the courtroom, Mike Clelland has been a tireless advocate for firefighters all over Florida.
Rocco Salvatori, Vice President, Florida Professional Firefighters Association
I could not be more pleased with the quality of my representation and positive coverage outcome.
Thank you, Mike, for your care and concern for First Responders, and your efforts to assure fair treatment of those with job related injuries or illnesses.Merv Kennell, President, Local 2546, Suncoast Professional Firefighters & Paramedics
Both in the legislature, and in the courtroom, Mike Clelland has been a tireless advocate for firefighters all over Florida.
Rocco Salvatori, Vice President, Florida Professional Firefighters Association
I could not be more pleased with the quality of my representation and positive coverage outcome.
Thank you, Mike, for your care and concern for First Responders, and your efforts to assure fair treatment of those with job related injuries or illnesses.Merv Kennell, President, Local 2546, Suncoast Professional Firefighters & Paramedics
Both in the legislature, and in the courtroom, Mike Clelland has been a tireless advocate for firefighters all over Florida.
Rocco Salvatori, Vice President, Florida Professional Firefighters Association