Richard D Tolin, Personal Injury Attorney in Southfield, Michigan
Over 45 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury, Securities, and Slip & Fall
MemberatRichard D. Tolin
Southfield, MI
Practicing personal injury in Southfield since 1981.
- 45+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Richard D Tolin is a member based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Securities, and Slip & Fall. Richard has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Richard D. Tolin.
- Based in
- Southfield, MI
- Experience
- over 45 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Securities · Slip & Fall
- Handles Personal Injury, Securities, and Slip & Fall matters from Southfield, MI.
- Over 45 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Richard D Tolin: Richard D Tolin is a member based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Securities, and Slip & Fall. Richard has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Richard D. Tolin.
Areas of practice
Richard's practice areas in Southfield
Richard concentrates on personal injury, securities, slip & fall, ssd, and wrongful death. Each area below outlines the kind of case Richard handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury
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Securities
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Slip & Fall
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SSD
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Wrongful Death
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Personal Injury cases in Southfield, Michigan
Richard 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in Southfield, Michigan
Richard 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
Slip & Fall cases in Southfield, Michigan
Richard takes slip & fall 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
SSD cases in Southfield, Michigan
Richard 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
Wrongful Death cases in Southfield, Michigan
Richard takes wrongful death 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 Richard agrees to represent you.
Biography
Richard D Tolin, personal injury attorney serving Southfield
Richard D Tolin is a member based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Securities, and Slip & Fall. Richard has over 45 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Richard D. Tolin. Richard works from Southfield, Michigan and takes on personal injury matters across the region.
Richard D Tolin is a lawyer practicing negligence law, personal injury, premises liability and 3 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years. Richard practices at Richard D. Tolin in Southfield, MI.
How Richard handles personal injury matters
Richard D Tolin is a lawyer practicing negligence law, personal injury, premises liability and 3 other areas of law. Richard received a B.A. degree from University of Florida in 1977, and has been licensed for 45 years. Richard practices at Richard D. Tolin in Southfield, MI.
The kind of cases Richard takes
Richard reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury, securities, and slip & fall matters in Southfield and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Richard studied and practices
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
J.D. · 1981
University of Florida
B.A. · 1977
Jurisdictions
Richard's state bar admissions
Michigan
1981 · ACTIVE
Richard studied at J.D. in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.A. in University of Florida.
Law school and academic background
Richard completed J.D. in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.A. in University of Florida. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Richard runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Richard D Tolin's office in Southfield
Richard's primary office is at 21700 Northwestern, Suite 1100, Southfield, MI, 48075. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Richard D Tolin — 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 Richard usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Richard charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard'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; Richard 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 Richard
Richard 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. Richard confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Richard'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 Richard D Tolin
How much does it cost to hire Richard for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Richard walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Richard offer a free consultation?
Richard charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Richard's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Richard'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. Richard gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Richard take my case if I'm outside Southfield?
Richard 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 — Richard 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 Richard?
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. Richard will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Richard accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Richard'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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