Michael E. "Mike" Hensley
About Michael E. Hensley
Michael E. Hensley is a lawyer based in Phoenix, AZ and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2018. Michael E. Hensley is recognized in the following practice areas:
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Commercial Litigation
- Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- Insurance Law
- Litigation - ERISA
- Litigation - Insurance
- Litigation - Labor and Employment
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Jones, Skelton & Hochuli PLC
Education: Arizona State University, J.D., graduated 1986
Location: Phoenix, AZ
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