Daniel B Tukel

Daniel B Tukel, ADR Attorney in Detroit, Michigan

Over 43 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Employment, and Employment Contracts · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Practicing adr in Detroit since 1983.

43+
Years practicing
5.0 ★
1 client review
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Daniel B Tukel is a shareholder based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on ADR, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Daniel has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Butzel Long, A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Detroit, MI
Experience
over 43 years
Known for
ADR · Employment · Employment Contracts
  • Handles ADR, Employment, and Employment Contracts matters from Detroit, MI.
  • Over 43 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with AV Preeminent.

About Daniel B Tukel: Daniel B Tukel is a shareholder based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on ADR, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Daniel has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Butzel Long, A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Practice areas handled by Daniel B Tukel

Daniel concentrates on adr, employment, employment contracts, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daniel handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

ADR cases in Detroit, Michigan

Daniel takes adr matters in Detroit, 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.

Employment cases in Detroit, Michigan

Daniel takes employment matters in Detroit, 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.

Employment Contracts cases in Detroit, Michigan

Daniel takes employment contracts matters in Detroit, 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.

General cases in Detroit, Michigan

Daniel takes general matters in Detroit, 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Detroit, Michigan

Daniel takes litigation matters in Detroit, 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 Daniel agrees to represent you.

Biography

About Daniel B Tukel — Over 43 years of Michigan adr experience

Daniel B Tukel is a shareholder based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on ADR, Employment, and Employment Contracts. Daniel has over 43 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Butzel Long, A Professional Corporation. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Daniel B Tukel is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, adr & dispute resolution, traditional labor and 9 other areas of law. Daniel received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years. Daniel practices at Butzel Long, A Professional Corporation in Detroit, MI.

Working with Daniel on a adr matter

Daniel B Tukel is a lawyer practicing employment litigation, adr & dispute resolution, traditional labor and 9 other areas of law. Daniel received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1979, and has been licensed for 43 years. Daniel practices at Butzel Long, A Professional Corporation in Detroit, MI.

Clients Daniel works with

Daniel reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, employment, and employment contracts matters in Detroit and the surrounding Michigan area.

Credentials

Daniel B Tukel's legal education and bar admissions

  • University of Michigan Law School

    J.D. · 1982

  • University of Michigan

    A.B. · 1979

Jurisdictions

Daniel's state bar admissions

  • Michigan United Stat

    1983 · ACTIVE

Daniel studied at J.D. in University of Michigan Law School and A.B. in University of Michigan.

Law school and academic background

Daniel completed J.D. in University of Michigan Law School and A.B. in University of Michigan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daniel runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Awards, publications, and recognition of Daniel B Tukel

Daniel has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • AV Preeminent

Legal awards and honors

AV Preeminent.

Affiliations

Daniel's professional memberships and bar associations

  • of the College of Labor and Employment Lawyers. He is listed in Chambers USA for Labor and Employment Law, in Best Lawyers in America for Labor and Employment Law, and is named a Michigan Super Lawyer for employment litigation defense. Mr. Tukel is a memb

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  • adjunct faculty and administrators. News Media Releases 09.26.12, Butzel Long attorneys named to Super Lawyers 2012 09.10.12, Butzel Long attorneys named to The Best Lawyers in America® 2013 07.02.12, Butzel Long attorneys named to Chambers USA 2012 07.12

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  • Labor Law - Management

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  • Litigation - Labor & Employment, 2008-2013 Michigan Super Lawyers, Employment Litigation Defense, 2008-2011 Michigan State Bar Foundation - Fellow DBusiness Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit, Civil Rights Law

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  • Labor and Employment Law, 2011-2012 Speaking Engagements "The Best Defense Or A Good Offense? Are The Damage Caps In 42 U.S.C. § 1981a Waivable Affirmative Defenses?", The Labor Lawyer (publication of the American Bar Association Labor and Employment Law

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Locations

Daniel B Tukel's office in Detroit

Daniel's primary office is at 150 West Jefferson Avenue, Suite 100, Detroit, MI, 48226-4450. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Butzel Long, A Professional Corporation

150 West Jefferson Avenue, Suite 100

Detroit, MI 48226-4450

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Daniel B Tukel — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Daniel. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing adr attorneys in Detroit.

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Hiring guide

How to hire Daniel B Tukel — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daniel usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Daniel charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel'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; Daniel will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a adr attorney in Detroit, Michigan

A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Daniel

Daniel discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every adr 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. Daniel confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Daniel's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Daniel B Tukel

  • How much does it cost to hire Daniel for a adr case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daniel walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Daniel offer a free consultation?

    Daniel charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daniel's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Daniel's current terms during booking.

  • How long do adr cases in Michigan typically take?

    Simple adr 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. Daniel gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Daniel take my case if I'm outside Detroit?

    Daniel 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 — Daniel 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 Daniel?

    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. Daniel will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Daniel accepting new adr clients right now?

    Daniel'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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