Marissa S. Claxton – Senior Associate
(574) 243-4100
Marissa joined May Oberfell Lorber in 2022 after graduating from Michigan State University College of Law. During law school, she developed a foundation in litigation and client advocacy through hands-on experience with a local prosecutor’s office and participation in student clinical programs. She now focuses her practice on medical malpractice defense and general litigation. Outside of work, having served as Miss Buchanan 2015 and 2nd Runner up to Miss Blossomtime 2015, she enjoys volunteering her time to local pageant programs that foster leadership, confidence, and professional development in participants. She also enjoys watching a good football game and spending time along the Lake Michigan shoreline with family and friends.
Practice Areas
- Litigation
- Medical Malpractice
Professional Affiliations
- Indiana State Bar Association
- St. Joseph County Bar Association
Admissions
- State of Indiana
- State of Michigan
Education
- B.A. in Political Science – Prelaw from Michigan State University, 2018
- J.D. from Michigan State University College of Law, 2022
Personal Snapshot
- Michiana Native
- Michigan State Spartans fan
- Notre Dame Fighting Irish fan
Marissa's Insights
Posts
- An Update on Motions for Summary Judgment in Medical Malpractice Claims
- My Spouse and I Are Getting Divorced – What Will Happen to Our Pets?
- Division of Property in Divorce – Equitable Does Not Always Mean Equal