About

Michael Lesser is a prominent legal professional in Boston, Massachusetts, specializing in False Claims Act / Qui Tam litigation and representing whistleblowers in cases of fraud against the Federal and State governments. He has a a hit music document in handling a extensive range of cases, consisting of Medicare and Medicaid fraud, finance, and bank fraud. Mr. Lesser is the head of Thornton Law Office’s False Claims Act / Qui Tam litigation section, where he passionately advocates for whistleblowers who come ahead to document fraudulent activities. In addition to his paintings in conventional False Claims litigation, Mr. Lesser also has enjoy in coping with cases regarding finance and financial institution fraud. One of Mr. Lesser's exceptional achievements consists of representing a consumer who labored as an FX trader for Bank of New York Mellon, ensuing in the customer being awarded the biggest person SEC whistleblower award in the records of SEC whistleblower litigation in 2020. The patron acquired a massive award of just about million for presenting authentic statistics to the Securities and Exchange Commission, main to a a hit enforcement action that benefited harmed buyers. Throughout his tenure at Thornton Law Office, Mr. Lesser has represented clients in numerous practice areas, together with cases of exposure to asbestos, glycol ethers, and lead. He became also part of the litigation team that represented the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in its claims against the tobacco industry, serving as a Special Assistant Lawyer General from 1996 to 1999. Mr. Lesser's dedication and know-how have been diagnosed by way of his friends and the criminal network. He was decided on as one in all New England's 2020 Top Rated Lawyers by using ALM Media and Martindale-Hubbell™, as well as a Massachusetts Super Lawyers Rising Star in 2010. Additionally, he turned into named an Up-and-Coming Lawyer through Massachusetts Lawyers’ Weekly in 2002. Overall, Michael Lesser is a relatively reputable legal professional in Boston, Massachusetts, recognised for his commitment to in search of justice for his customers and making a sizable effect in the criminal subject.

Legal Issues

Asbestos & Mesothelioma

Personal Injury

Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

Products Liability

Drugs & Medical Devices, Motor Vehicle Defects, Toxic Torts

• False Claims Act/Qui Tam
• Whistleblower Litigation

Certificates

No Certifications

Languages

• English

Accepted Jurisdictions

Experience

• Lawyer
  Thornton Law Office LLP
  1995

Education

Associations

Costs

• Conditional Fees

Location