
José T. Brown, Business Attorney in Flint, Michigan
Over 44 years of legal practice · focused on Business, Employment, and Health Care · 4.6/5 rating from 5 verified client reviews
PartneratCline, Cline & Griffin, P.C.
Flint, MI
Practicing business in Flint since 1982.
- 44+
- Years practicing
- 4.6 ★
- 5 client reviews
- 1
- Bar admission
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José T. Brown is a partner based in Flint, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Health Care. José has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cline, Cline & Griffin, P.C.. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 5 client reviews.
- Based in
- Flint, MI
- Experience
- over 44 years
- Known for
- Business · Employment · Health Care
- Handles Business, Employment, and Health Care matters from Flint, MI.
- Over 44 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About José T. Brown: José T. Brown is a partner based in Flint, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Health Care. José has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cline, Cline & Griffin, P.C.. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 5 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by José T. Brown
José concentrates on business, employment, health care, insurance, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case José handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
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Employment
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Litigation
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Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Business cases in Flint, Michigan
José takes business matters in Flint, 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 José agrees to represent you.
Employment cases in Flint, Michigan
José takes employment matters in Flint, 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 José agrees to represent you.
Health Care cases in Flint, Michigan
José takes health care matters in Flint, 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 José agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Flint, Michigan
José takes insurance matters in Flint, 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 José agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Flint, Michigan
José takes litigation matters in Flint, 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 José agrees to represent you.
Biography
About José T. Brown — Over 44 years of Michigan business experience
José T. Brown is a partner based in Flint, MI. The practice focuses on Business, Employment, and Health Care. José has over 44 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Cline, Cline & Griffin, P.C.. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 5 client reviews.
Mr. Brown was born in Jackson, Michigan, June 11, 1956. He is a 1978 graduate of Michigan State University and a 1981 graduate from Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Mr. Brown maintains a civil litigation practice which includes personal injury law, professional liability defense, general defense, dental, hospital and medical malpractice defense.
José's approach to business cases
Mr. Brown was born in Jackson, Michigan, June 11, 1956. He is a 1978 graduate of Michigan State University and a 1981 graduate from Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Mr. Brown maintains a civil litigation practice which includes personal injury law, professional liability defense, general defense, dental, hospital and medical malpractice defense.
The kind of cases José takes
José reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, employment, and health care matters in Flint and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
José T. Brown's legal education and bar admissions
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
J.D. · 1981
Michigan State University
B.A. · 1978
Jurisdictions
José's state bar admissions
Michigan
1982 · ACTIVE
José studied at J.D. in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.A. in Michigan State University.
Law school and academic background
José completed J.D. in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.A. in Michigan State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice José runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of José T. Brown
José has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Affiliations
José's professional memberships and bar associations
Lifetime Fellow of the Michigan State Bar Foundation
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Locations
José T. Brown's office in Flint
José's primary office is at 1000 Mott Foundation Building, 503 South Saginaw Street, Flint, MI, 48502. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Cline, Cline & Griffin, P.C.
1000 Mott Foundation Building, 503 South Saginaw Street
Flint, MI 48502
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Client reviews of José T. Brown — 4.6/5 rating from 5 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of José. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing business attorneys in Flint.
4.6
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How to hire José T. Brown — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with José usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
José charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain José'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; José will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Flint, 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 José
José 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. José confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
José'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 José T. Brown
How much does it cost to hire José for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. José walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does José offer a free consultation?
José charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain José's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check José'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. José gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can José take my case if I'm outside Flint?
José 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 — José 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 José?
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. José will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is José accepting new business clients right now?
José'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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