Michaela McKay

Michaela McKay graduated from the University of Pittsburgh, where she received her Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management. She continued her education and obtained her Juris Doctor degree from Ave Maria School of Law in 2025. While in law school, Michaela served as a part of the Executive Board of Phi Alpha Delta, as well as a senator of the Student Bar Association.

Michaela began working as a law clerk at La Cava Jacobson in the Naples office during her second year of law school, and she was a part of the Firm’s Summer Associate program and first ever Mock Trial competition. Michaela, along with her team, were able to obtain a Defense Verdict during the Mock Trial, and Michaela was awarded Best Advocate. Prior to joining La Cava Jacobson, Michaela was a legal intern with Florida Rural Legal Services where she assisted the Migrant Farmworkers with immigration and employment issues.

Michaela is an Associate in the Naples office, where her practice is primarily focused on medical malpractice defense.