Michele F. Sutton - Attorney | SAKG – A Trial-Focused Law Firm

Michele F. Sutton

Senior Counsel

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Michele F. Sutton is a highly regarded Of Counsel at SAKG, recognized for her depth of experience and steadfast commitment to client advocacy. Known for her strategic insight and meticulous approach, Michele delivers effective counsel for individuals and businesses navigating complex legal challenges.

About

Michele F. Sutton serves as Of Counsel at SAKG, contributing decades of legal experience and a reputation for thoughtful, practical guidance. With a longstanding focus on litigation and client advisory across a range of practice areas, Michele is trusted by clients who value her attention to detail, integrity, and professionalism. She is known for her ability to distill complex legal issues and provide clear, actionable solutions, effectively supporting clients through every phase of the legal process.

Clients and colleagues appreciate Michele's unwavering dedication to excellence, collaborative spirit, and strong ethical standards. Her work at SAKG reflects a deep commitment to achieving positive outcomes and upholding the highest standards of client service in the legal field.

Areas of Practice

Construction & Design

Business & Commercial

Product Liability

Employment law

Member of team that represented regional grocery retailer in putative class action brought on behalf of Missouri consumers. Putative class sought more than $7 million in damages arising from alleged mislabeling of nutritional contents of food supplement. Obtained dismissal of action with prejudice prior to commencement of discovery.
Member of team that achieved Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals reversal of an award against a medical care services company in long-running dispute with the Department of Labor, in which the Eighth Circuit found the Department overstepped its authority by initiating a company-wide investigation despite only finding reasonable cause to investigate one specific (and limited) issue for one employee.
Member of team that successfully prosecuted claims of breach of contract and fraud on behalf of bank after it successfully foreclosed on collateral pledged by debtor which included a minority stake in a privately held family business.
Member of team that obtained temporary restraining order in Alabama on behalf of chemical manufacturer and against key employee of distributor who had taken a position with competitor, resolving the litigation by agreement to prevent misappropriation and dissemination of manufacturer’s trade secrets.
Member of team that obtained summary judgment in federal court for manufacturer in breach of contract claims brought by a supplier involving issues of executory contracts in bankruptcy. See Permacel Automotive, Inc. v. Kohler, No. 08-00804-cv-W-FJG, 2010 WL 2516924 (W.D.Mo. June 14, 2010).
Assisted in defense of insurer after close of discovery in commercial litigation brought by finance company, obtaining successful outcome at trial.
Part of team defending financial institutions in consumer class actions pending in federal and state court in Missouri arising from residential second mortgage loans and alleged violations of the Missouri Second Mortgage Loan Act.
Member of team that successfully defended EPC contractor in JAMS arbitration arising from design and construction of an oil-gas hydrocracker refinery in Utah. Mechanical subcontractor sought $12 million in damages for alleged delays, disruptions, and productivity losses. Participated in expedited arbitration and two-week evidentiary hearing that resulted in an arbitration award less than client’s final settlement offer.
Member of the team that achieved summary judgment against employee on behalf of energy provider. The former employee alleged disability discrimination and retaliation under the ADA, as well as off-the-clock work.
Assisted in defense of manufacturer’s transportation department and driver in personal injury and death claims arising out of collision on an interstate between tractor trailer and minivan. The representation included the trial of minor child’s claims for traumatic brain injury (TBI) resulting in significant permanent injury.
Member of team that successfully defended computer manufacturer in suit alleging the manufacturer’s monitor caused a commercial fire after our investigation demonstrated that the product at issue was not, in fact, manufactured by our client.
Obtained summary judgment in contract dispute between retail business owners arising out of a terminable-at-will royalty agreement.