Bryan Cermak, Business Attorney in Southfield, Michigan
Over 46 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Car Accidents, and Contracts · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Senior AttorneyatFoster, Swift, Collins & Smith, P.C.
Southfield, MI
Practicing business in Southfield since 1980.
- 46+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Bryan Cermak is a senior attorney based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Car Accidents, and Contracts. Bryan has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Southfield, MI
- Experience
- over 46 years
- Known for
- Business · Car Accidents · Contracts
- Handles Business, Car Accidents, and Contracts matters from Southfield, MI.
- Over 46 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Bryan Cermak: Bryan Cermak is a senior attorney based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Car Accidents, and Contracts. Bryan has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Bryan takes on
Bryan concentrates on business, car accidents, contracts, employment, and insurance. Each area below outlines the kind of case Bryan handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Contracts
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Personal Injury
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Business cases in Southfield, Michigan
Bryan takes business matters in Southfield, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bryan agrees to represent you.
Car Accidents cases in Southfield, Michigan
Bryan takes car accidents matters in Southfield, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bryan agrees to represent you.
Contracts cases in Southfield, Michigan
Bryan takes contracts matters in Southfield, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bryan agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Southfield, Michigan
Bryan takes employment matters in Southfield, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bryan agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Southfield, Michigan
Bryan takes insurance matters in Southfield, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Bryan agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Bryan Cermak — business lawyer in Southfield
Bryan Cermak is a senior attorney based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Car Accidents, and Contracts. Bryan has over 46 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Bryan Cermak is a lawyer practicing business, contracts, personal injury and 6 other areas of law. Bryan received a B.S. degree from Baldwin-Wallace College in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years. Bryan practices at Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith, P.C. in Southfield, MI.
How Bryan handles business matters
Bryan Cermak is a lawyer practicing business, contracts, personal injury and 6 other areas of law. Bryan received a B.S. degree from Baldwin-Wallace College in 1977, and has been licensed for 46 years. Bryan practices at Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith, P.C. in Southfield, MI.
Who Bryan represents
Bryan reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, car accidents, and contracts matters in Southfield and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Toledo College of Law
J.D. · 1980
Baldwin-Wallace College
B.S. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Bryan's state bar admissions
Ohio U.S. Court of A
1986 · ACTIVE
Michigan
1980 · ACTIVE
Bryan studied at J.D. in University of Toledo College of Law and B.S. in Baldwin-Wallace College.
Law school and academic background
Bryan completed J.D. in University of Toledo College of Law and B.S. in Baldwin-Wallace College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Bryan runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Bryan has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Locations
Bryan Cermak's office in Southfield
Bryan's primary office is at 28411 Northwestern Highway, Suite 500, Southfield, MI, 48034. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Foster, Swift, Collins & Smith, P.C.
28411 Northwestern Highway, Suite 500
Southfield, MI 48034
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Client reviews of Bryan Cermak — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
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How to hire Bryan Cermak — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Bryan usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Bryan charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bryan's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Bryan will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Southfield, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Bryan
Bryan discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Bryan confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Bryan's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Bryan Cermak
How much does it cost to hire Bryan for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Bryan walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Bryan offer a free consultation?
Bryan charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Bryan's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Bryan's current terms during booking.
How long do business cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Bryan gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Bryan take my case if I'm outside Southfield?
Bryan is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Bryan will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Bryan?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Bryan will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Bryan accepting new business clients right now?
Bryan's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
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