David B. Walters, Employment Attorney in Troy, Michigan
Troy, MI
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David B. Walters is an attorney based in Troy, MICHIGAN. The practice focuses on Employment.
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- Handles Employment matters from Troy, MICHIGAN.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Troy) (2026).
About David B. Walters: David B. Walters is an attorney based in Troy, MICHIGAN. The practice focuses on Employment.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by David B. Walters
David concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case David handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Troy, Michigan
David takes employment matters in Troy, 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 David agrees to represent you.
Biography
About David B. Walters — Attorney of Michigan employment experience
David B. Walters is an attorney based in Troy, MICHIGAN. The practice focuses on Employment.
Mr. Walters concentrates his practice in employee benefits, corporate law and estate planning. He has more than 25 years of experience counseling employers on all aspects of employee benefit plan formation, administration, and taxation. He also helps business clients form and develop their enterprises, including securing financing of assets and real estate.
Mr. Walters frequently assists health care professionals with general corporate and employment matters with particular emphasis on retirement planning and employee benefit plan design and administration. Mr. Walters has been involved in the establishment, revision, modification, merger and termination of pension, money purchase, stock bonus, ESOP and profit sharing plans (including all types of 401(k) plans), as well as group health plans, health care reimbursement plans, cafeteria plans and dependent care arrangements.
He serves on the Great Lakes Area TE/GE Council. The Council maintains lines of communication between the Great Lakes Area TE/GE Division of the Internal Revenue Service and the practitioner community and provides input and advice regarding tax policies and procedures related to employee benefit tax issues.
How David handles employment matters
Mr. Walters concentrates his practice in employee benefits, corporate law and estate planning. He has more than 25 years of experience counseling employers on all aspects of employee benefit plan formation, administration, and taxation. He also helps business clients form and develop their enterprises, including securing financing of assets and real estate. Mr. Walters frequently assists health…
Who David represents
David reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in Troy and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
David B. Walters's legal education and bar admissions
University of Detroit Mercy
J.D. · 1984
Central Michigan University
B.S.
Jurisdictions
David's state bar admissions
Michigan, State Bar
ACTIVE
David studied at J.D. in University of Detroit Mercy and B.S. in Central Michigan University.
Law school and academic background
David completed J.D. in University of Detroit Mercy and B.S. in Central Michigan University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice David runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of David B. Walters
David has received 17 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Troy)
2026
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Troy)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Troy)
2020
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Troy)
2017
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Detroit)
2015
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Partnership Transactions
2026
Best Lawyers in America — ERISA
2026
Best Lawyers in America — ESOPS
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Executive Compensation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fiduciary Responsibility
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Pension, Health and Welfare
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA 2017 (Leading Individual, Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation -Michigan)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Michigan Super Lawyers 2016 (Employee Benefits)
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Troy) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Troy) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Troy) (2020). Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Troy) (2017). Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Detroit) (2015). Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026).
Locations
David B. Walters's office in Troy
David's primary office is at 201 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 500, Troy, Michigan, 48084. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire David B. Walters — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with David usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
David charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain David'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; David will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Troy, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 David
David discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. David confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
David's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about David B. Walters
How much does it cost to hire David for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. David walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does David offer a free consultation?
David charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain David's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check David's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple employment 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. David gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can David take my case if I'm outside Troy?
David 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 — David 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 David?
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. David will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is David accepting new employment clients right now?
David's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Troy, Detroit and Grand Rapids in Michigan
David handles employment matters throughout Michigan. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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