Daphne Short Cunningham, Business Attorney in Auburn Hills, Michigan
Over 16 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and General
Auburn Hills, MI
Practicing business in Auburn Hills since 2010.
- 16+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Daphne Short Cunningham is an attorney based in Auburn Hills, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Daphne has over 16 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Auburn Hills, MI
- Experience
- over 16 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · General
- Handles Business, Employment, and General matters from Auburn Hills, MI.
- Over 16 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Daphne Short Cunningham: Daphne Short Cunningham is an attorney based in Auburn Hills, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Daphne has over 16 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Daphne Short Cunningham
Daphne concentrates on business, employment, general, government, and immigration. Each area below outlines the kind of case Daphne handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business
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Employment
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General
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Immigration
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Business cases in Auburn Hills, Michigan
Daphne takes business matters in Auburn Hills, 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 Daphne agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Auburn Hills, Michigan
Daphne takes employment matters in Auburn Hills, 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 Daphne agrees to represent you.
General cases in Auburn Hills, Michigan
Daphne takes general matters in Auburn Hills, 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 Daphne agrees to represent you.
Government cases in Auburn Hills, Michigan
Daphne takes government matters in Auburn Hills, 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 Daphne agrees to represent you.
Immigration cases in Auburn Hills, Michigan
Daphne takes immigration matters in Auburn Hills, 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 Daphne agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Daphne Short Cunningham — Over 16 years of Michigan business experience
Daphne Short Cunningham is an attorney based in Auburn Hills, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and General. Daphne has over 16 years of legal experience.
Daphne Short Cunningham is a lawyer practicing administrative & regulatory law, business law, international law and 4 other areas of law. Daphne received a degree from Western Michigan Cooley Law School, and has been licensed for 16 years. Daphne practices in Auburn Hills, MI.
Working with Daphne on a business matter
Daphne Short Cunningham is a lawyer practicing administrative & regulatory law, business law, international law and 4 other areas of law. Daphne received a degree from Western Michigan Cooley Law School, and has been licensed for 16 years. Daphne practices in Auburn Hills, MI.
Clients Daphne works with
Daphne reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and general matters in Auburn Hills and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Daphne Short Cunningham's legal education and bar admissions
Western Michigan Cooley Law School
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Jurisdictions
Daphne's state bar admissions
Michigan
2010 · ACTIVE
Daphne studied at — in Western Michigan Cooley Law School.
Law school and academic background
Daphne completed — in Western Michigan Cooley Law School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Daphne runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Daphne Short Cunningham's office in Auburn Hills
Daphne's primary office is at 2400 Executive Hills Dr, Auburn Hills, MI, 48326-2980. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Daphne Short Cunningham — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Daphne usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Daphne charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daphne'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; Daphne will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Auburn Hills, 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 Daphne
Daphne 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. Daphne confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Daphne'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 Daphne Short Cunningham
How much does it cost to hire Daphne for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Daphne walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Daphne offer a free consultation?
Daphne charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Daphne's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Daphne'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. Daphne gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Daphne take my case if I'm outside Auburn Hills?
Daphne 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 — Daphne 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 Daphne?
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. Daphne will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Daphne accepting new business clients right now?
Daphne'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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