Dwight G Conger, Construction Attorney in Detroit, Michigan
Over 52 years of legal practice · focused on Construction, Personal Injury, and Product Liability · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
ShareholderatPlunkett Cooney
Detroit, MI
Practicing construction in Detroit since 1974.
- 52+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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Dwight G Conger is a shareholder based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on Construction, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Dwight has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Plunkett Cooney. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Detroit, MI
- Experience
- over 52 years
- Known for
- Construction · Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Construction, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Detroit, MI.
- Over 52 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Dwight G Conger: Dwight G Conger is a shareholder based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on Construction, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Dwight has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Plunkett Cooney. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Dwight takes on
Dwight concentrates on construction, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Dwight handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Construction
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Construction cases in Detroit, Michigan
Dwight takes construction 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 Dwight agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Detroit, Michigan
Dwight takes personal injury 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 Dwight agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Detroit, Michigan
Dwight takes product liability 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 Dwight agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Dwight G Conger — construction lawyer in Detroit
Dwight G Conger is a shareholder based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on Construction, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Dwight has over 52 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Plunkett Cooney. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Dwight G Conger is a lawyer practicing construction law, products liability, negligence law. Dwight received a A.B. degree from University of Detroit in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years. Dwight practices at Plunkett Cooney in Detroit, MI.
How Dwight handles construction matters
Dwight G Conger is a lawyer practicing construction law, products liability, negligence law. Dwight received a A.B. degree from University of Detroit in 1971, and has been licensed for 52 years. Dwight practices at Plunkett Cooney in Detroit, MI.
The kind of cases Dwight takes
Dwight reviews new inquiries case-by-case for construction, personal injury, and product liability matters in Detroit and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
University of Detroit
J.D. · 1974
University of Detroit
A.B. · 1971
Jurisdictions
Dwight's state bar admissions
Michigan
1974 · ACTIVE
Dwight studied at J.D. in University of Detroit and A.B. in University of Detroit.
Law school and academic background
Dwight completed J.D. in University of Detroit and A.B. in University of Detroit. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Dwight runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Dwight has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Dwight's professional memberships and bar associations
Association of Defense Trial Counsel
membership
Locations
Dwight G Conger's office in Detroit
Dwight's primary office is at Buhl Building, 535 Griswold, Suite 2400, Detroit, MI, 48226. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Plunkett Cooney
Buhl Building, 535 Griswold, Suite 2400
Detroit, MI 48226
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Client reviews of Dwight G Conger — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Dwight. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing construction attorneys in Detroit.
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How to hire Dwight G Conger — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new construction attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Dwight usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Dwight charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dwight'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; Dwight will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a construction attorney in Detroit, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many construction 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 Dwight
Dwight discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in construction practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every construction 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. Dwight confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Dwight's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many construction practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Dwight G Conger
How much does it cost to hire Dwight for a construction case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Dwight walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Dwight offer a free consultation?
Dwight charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Dwight's office. Some construction attorneys offer free consults — check Dwight's current terms during booking.
How long do construction cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple construction 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. Dwight gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Dwight take my case if I'm outside Detroit?
Dwight 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 — Dwight 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 Dwight?
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. Dwight will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Dwight accepting new construction clients right now?
Dwight's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Construction attorneys serving Detroit, Grand Rapids and Southfield in Michigan
Dwight handles construction matters throughout Michigan. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified construction attorneys in that community.
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