Mike Hostilo has practiced law in Savannah and the Coastal Empire for 18 years. Known as an intense negotiator, he has recovered millions in settlements for victims as a personal injury lawyer.

Mike’s father was born in Emanuel County and raised in Savannah, GA. His father was a career Marine; from this structured upbringing Mike learned discipline and hard work. Mike’s mother, a native of Japan, moved to America in the racially turbulent 1960s. As an interracial couple, the “Hostilo clan” faced many social challenges. From that upbringing Mike learned the value of hard work, discipline, perseverance, persistence and the ability to be open-minded towards diversity.

A graduate of the University of Georgia and Atlanta Law School, Mike worked as many as three jobs simultaneously during the pursuit of his legal education. His diversity in employment allowed him to view life from many perspectives. He has worked in a variety of industries and positions including construction, retail, and teaching. Mike values hard work, which has led him to become a lawyer for the people.

Upon graduation from law school in 1992, Mike returned to the area to practice with valued mentor and Marine George Zettler. The late great George A. Zettler reinforced the honesty, patience, and judgment that had been instilled by Mike’s parents.

Mike rapidly ascended to the ranks of partnership by 1995. George A. Zettler quickly recognized Mike’s ability to relate to people and fight for their causes.  Throughout his legal career Mike has maintained offices in Savannah, Statesboro, Macon, and Atlanta. Since 2007, Mike has devoted his practice exclusively relating to personal injury victims throughout Georgia. Mike is extremely active in his community, contributing his time, services, and financial endowments to local initiatives. He frequently donates free legal services to veterans and community emergency response members.