Patrick A Costello - Dailey, LLP Attorney

Michael E. Bonner  / Partner

As a former journalist, I understand the importance of telling our clients’ complex stories in simple, understandable ways.

Prior to becoming a litigator, Mike Bonner worked as a journalist, so he understands the value of effective writing and storytelling. Mike combines his writing skills with his passion for creative problem-solving to guide clients through business disputes and complex commercial litigation in state and federal courts in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and New York.

Mike helps clients from a broad spectrum of industries, including transportation, public infrastructure, telecommunications, retail, non-profit, life sciences, financial services, construction, real estate, and government. He has represented and advised organizations and individuals in a variety of high-stakes matters, including disputes involving breach of contract, civil fraud, director and officer liability, insurance coverage issues, class actions, and recovery of assets. Mike’s practice also focuses on public records litigation under Pennsylvania’s Right-to-Know Law, including briefing and arguing open records appeals in the Office of Open Records and in trial and appellate courts.

Before joining Dailey LLP, Mike was a partner at a Philadelphia boutique litigation firm, where he represented businesses in civil matters. After earning his juris doctorate, he clerked for the Honorable Robert F. Kelly, U.S. District Judge for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.

Beyond Dailey

When Mike is not working, he loves spending time with his family. He also enjoys playing the piano and sharing his passion for music with his children by helping them learn to play musical instruments. Mike also enjoys playing sports and exploring the outdoors with his children.

Mike is a member of the Brehon Law Society, and he serves on the organization’s executive committee.

Articles

Bar Admissions

  • Pennsylvania
  • New Jersey
  • New York

Federal Court Admissions

  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
  • U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania
  • U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania
  • U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York
  • U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York

Education

  • Villanova University School of Law, JD (2008)
  • Loyola University Maryland, BA (2003)

Other Professional Associations

  • Brehon Law Society, Executive Committee Member
  • Delaware County Bar Association

Clerkship

  • The Honorable Robert F. Kelly, United States District Judge, Eastern District of Pennsylvania (2008-2010)