Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten, Personal Injury Attorney in Farmington Hills, Michigan
Farmington Hills, MI
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Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten is an attorney based in Farmington Hills, MICHIGAN. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Michigan Auto Law.
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- Handles Personal Injury matters from Farmington Hills, MICHIGAN.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
About Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten: Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten is an attorney based in Farmington Hills, MICHIGAN. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Michigan Auto Law.
Areas of practice
Lawrence's practice areas in Farmington Hills
Lawrence concentrates on personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lawrence handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury cases in Farmington Hills, Michigan
Lawrence takes personal injury matters in Farmington 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 Lawrence agrees to represent you.
Biography
Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten, personal injury attorney serving Farmington Hills
Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten is an attorney based in Farmington Hills, MICHIGAN. The practice focuses on Personal Injury. Currently practicing at Michigan Auto Law. Lawrence works from Farmington Hills, Michigan and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
Larry has lectured extensively at legal seminars for nearly 40 years, helping Michigan lawyers on the subjects of traumatic brain injury, neck and back injury cases, the Michigan No-Fault law and strategies for litigating automobile accident cases. As a personal injury lawyer, Larry has been a speaker to the Michigan Legislature on the No-Fault law. He has also appeared on television and in print discussing auto insurance and the No-Fault law.
How Lawrence handles personal injury matters
Lawrence E. Gursten 's legal career as one of the top car accident lawyers in the country spans more than 40 years. He is founding partner of Michigan Auto Law and continues to passionately advocate for victims of car and truck accidents throughout Michigan. Larry has lectured extensively at legal seminars for nearly 40 years, helping Michigan lawyers on the subjects of traumatic brain injury,…
The kind of cases Lawrence takes
Lawrence reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury matters in Farmington Hills and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Lawrence studied and practices
Wayne State University
J.D. · 1966
Jurisdictions
Lawrence's state bar admissions
Michigan, State Bar
ACTIVE
Lawrence studied at J.D. in Wayne State University.
Law school and academic background
Lawrence completed J.D. in Wayne State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lawrence runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Lawrence's legal honors and published work
Lawrence has received 18 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Automobile Collision
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Automobile Insurance (Michigan No-Fault Law)
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Brain Injury
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Catastrophic Injury
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — No-Fault
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wrongful Death
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Michigan Super Lawyer
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV-Rating for 25 years, highest rating for legal ability and ethics
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit, DBusiness Magazine
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Automobile Collision (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Automobile Insurance (Michigan No-Fault Law) (2026).
Locations
Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten's office in Farmington Hills
Lawrence's primary office is at 30101 Northwestern Highway, Farmington Hills, Michigan, 30101. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Michigan Auto Law
30101 Northwestern Highway
Farmington Hills, Michigan 30101
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How to hire Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lawrence usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lawrence charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lawrence'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; Lawrence will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Farmington Hills, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury 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 Lawrence
Lawrence discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury 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. Lawrence confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lawrence's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten
How much does it cost to hire Lawrence for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lawrence walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lawrence offer a free consultation?
Lawrence charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lawrence's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Lawrence's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple personal injury 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. Lawrence gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lawrence take my case if I'm outside Farmington Hills?
Lawrence 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 — Lawrence 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 Lawrence?
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. Lawrence will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lawrence accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Lawrence's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving Farmington Hills, Detroit and Grand Rapids in Michigan
Lawrence handles personal injury matters throughout Michigan. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
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