Michael Scott Korby, Personal Injury Attorney in Southfield, Michigan
Over 14 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury, Securities, and SSD
AttorneyatWhiting Law
Southfield, MI
Practicing personal injury in Southfield since 2012.
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Michael Scott Korby is an attorney based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Securities, and SSD. Michael has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Whiting Law.
- Based in
- Southfield, MI
- Experience
- over 14 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Securities · SSD
- Handles Personal Injury, Securities, and SSD matters from Southfield, MI.
- Over 14 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Michael Scott Korby: Michael Scott Korby is an attorney based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Securities, and SSD. Michael has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Whiting Law.
Areas of practice
Michael's practice areas in Southfield
Michael concentrates on personal injury, securities, and ssd. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury
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Securities
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SSD
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Personal Injury cases in Southfield, Michigan
Michael takes personal injury matters in Southfield, 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in Southfield, Michigan
Michael takes securities matters in Southfield, 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
SSD cases in Southfield, Michigan
Michael takes ssd matters in Southfield, 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 Michael agrees to represent you.
Biography
Michael Scott Korby, personal injury attorney serving Southfield
Michael Scott Korby is an attorney based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Securities, and SSD. Michael has over 14 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Whiting Law. Michael works from Southfield, Michigan and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
As a personal injury attorney specializing in Michigan no-fault law, Michael Korby has dedicated his career to fighting for justice for his clients at times when they need it the most. Mike is also an experienced Social Security attorney and has successfully represented hundreds of people in Social Security hearings in ten states.After receiving his bachelor’s degree at the University of Michigan, Mike earned his Juris Doctor at Thomas M. Cooley Law School, graduating magna cum laude. Professionally, Mike is a member of both Michigan Association of Justice and the Michigan Bar Association.Mike’s passion for doing the right thing extends far beyond the courtroom. He regularly participates in the Walk to Cure Diabetes along with other charitable events. An avid sports fan, Mike especially loves watching his alma mater U of M play. He also enjoys reading, golf, playing cards, and grilling a good steak on a beautiful Michigan summer evening.
How Michael handles personal injury matters
As a personal injury attorney specializing in Michigan no-fault law, Michael Korby has dedicated his career to fighting for justice for his clients at times when they need it the most. Mike is also an experienced Social Security attorney and has successfully represented hundreds of people in Social Security hearings in ten states.After receiving his bachelor’s degree at the University of…
The kind of cases Michael takes
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury, securities, and ssd matters in Southfield and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Michael studied and practices
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
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Jurisdictions
Michael's state bar admissions
Michigan
2012 · ACTIVE
Michael studied at — in Thomas M. Cooley Law School.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed — in Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Michael Scott Korby's office in Southfield
Michael's primary office is at 28819 Franklin Road, Suite 200, Southfield, MI, 48034. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Michael Scott Korby — 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 Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael'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; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in Southfield, 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 Michael
Michael 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. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michael'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 Michael Scott Korby
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michael offer a free consultation?
Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Michael'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. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Southfield?
Michael 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 — Michael 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 Michael?
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. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michael accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Michael'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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