Scott Weidenfeller, Medical Malpractice Attorney in Okemos, Michigan
Over 29 years of legal practice · focused on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury
AttorneyatGrewal Law PLLC
Okemos, MI
Practicing medical malpractice in Okemos since 1997.
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Scott Weidenfeller is an attorney based in Okemos, MI. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury. Scott has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Grewal Law PLLC.
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- Okemos, MI
- Experience
- over 29 years
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- Medical Malpractice · Personal Injury
- Handles Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury matters from Okemos, MI.
- Over 29 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Scott Weidenfeller: Scott Weidenfeller is an attorney based in Okemos, MI. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury. Scott has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Grewal Law PLLC.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Scott Weidenfeller
Scott concentrates on medical malpractice and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case Scott handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Medical Malpractice
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Personal Injury
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Medical Malpractice cases in Okemos, Michigan
Scott takes medical malpractice matters in Okemos, 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 Scott agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Okemos, Michigan
Scott takes personal injury matters in Okemos, 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 Scott agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Scott Weidenfeller — Over 29 years of Michigan medical malpractice experience
Scott Weidenfeller is an attorney based in Okemos, MI. The practice focuses on Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury. Scott has over 29 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Grewal Law PLLC.
Since 1997, Scott Weidenfeller has focused on helping the most seriously and permanently injured clients. Medical costs necessitated by negligent healthcare can be overwhelming for many families. Unfortunately, governmental programs and even many private healthcare companies do not provide adequate coverage for these necessities. Scott is an effective, knowledgeable and persistent advocate for his clients who find themselves in this unfortunate position.
Scott has tried cases in three different States and has personally recovered millions in compensation for his clients. His recent settlements include $7.5, $7.45, $4.8 and $1.5 million dollars. Some of his most recent jury verdicts include a $1.215 million-dollar jury verdict in Macomb County; a $988,000 dollar jury verdict in Oakland County; a $1.17 million dollar jury verdict in Emmet County; and a $234,000 dollar jury verdict in Alpena County. He has been featured on the cover of Michigan Lawyer’s Weekly and has spoken to many and varied professional groups about trial practice and communication.
Scott also serves as a case evaluator and an arbitrator in negligence claims. He is an Executive Board Member of the Michigan Association for Justice and has received Certificates of Appreciation for Federal Pro Bono work. Scott resides in Northville with his wife Lisa and his son Grey. He is a member of Gideon’s International and enjoys traveling, hiking and spending time with his wife and 3 children.
PUBLISHED WORKS, ARTICLES & OP-ED
• Publication: Effective Cross Examination of the Medical Expert – A Lawyer’s Worksheet (2008)
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
• Super Lawyers® 2011 - Present
• Super Lawyers® Rising Stars 2010
• Largest reported malpractice settlement in 2006 (Michigan Lawyer’s Weekly)
• The American Trial Lawyers Association
- Top 100 Trial Lawyers
• National Trial Lawyers
PROFESSIONAL LECTURES/CLASSES/SEMINARS TAUGHT
• Communication of Technical Concepts: Lecture; University of Michigan, Doctoral Students in the Engineering Department, July 2010
• Effective Discovery in Negligence Cases for New Lawyers, Michigan Association for Justice, Seminar, January 29, 2008
• Discovery in Negligence Cases, Michigan Association for Justice, Seminar, May 9, 2008
• Cross Examination of the Medical Expert – A Lawyer’s Worksheet, May 9, 2008
ORGANIZATIONS, ASSOCIATIONS & MEMBERSHIPS
• State Bar of Michigan – Negligence Section
• Michigan Association for Justice, Sustaining Member
• Michigan Association for Justice, Executive Board
• American Association for Justice – Litigation Section
How Scott handles medical malpractice matters
Since 1997, Scott Weidenfeller has focused on helping the most seriously and permanently injured clients. Medical costs necessitated by negligent healthcare can be overwhelming for many families. Unfortunately, governmental programs and even many private healthcare companies do not provide adequate coverage for these necessities. Scott is an effective, knowledgeable and persistent advocate for…
Who Scott represents
Scott reviews new inquiries case-by-case for medical malpractice and personal injury matters in Okemos and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Scott Weidenfeller's legal education and bar admissions
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
J.D. Moot · 1997
Michigan State University
B.A. History · 1993
Jurisdictions
Scott's state bar admissions
Michigan U.S. Distri
1997 · ACTIVE
Scott studied at J.D. Moot in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.A. History in Michigan State University.
Law school and academic background
Scott completed J.D. Moot in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.A. History in Michigan State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Scott runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Scott Weidenfeller's office in Okemos
Scott's primary office is at 2290 Science Parkway, Okemos, MI, 48864. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Scott Weidenfeller — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new medical malpractice attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Scott usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Scott charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott'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; Scott will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a medical malpractice attorney in Okemos, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many medical malpractice 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 Scott
Scott discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in medical malpractice practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every medical malpractice 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. Scott confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Scott's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many medical malpractice practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Scott Weidenfeller
How much does it cost to hire Scott for a medical malpractice case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Scott walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Scott offer a free consultation?
Scott charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Scott's office. Some medical malpractice attorneys offer free consults — check Scott's current terms during booking.
How long do medical malpractice cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple medical malpractice 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. Scott gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Scott take my case if I'm outside Okemos?
Scott 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 — Scott 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 Scott?
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. Scott will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Scott accepting new medical malpractice clients right now?
Scott'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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