Sean J Powers, Workers Comp Attorney in Birmingham, Michigan
Over 37 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
PartneratLacey & Jones, LLP
Birmingham, MI
Practicing workers comp in Birmingham since 1989.
- 37+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 2
- Bar admissions
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Sean J Powers is a partner based in Birmingham, MI. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Sean has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lacey & Jones, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Birmingham, MI
- Experience
- over 37 years
- Known for
- Workers Comp
- Handles Workers Comp matters from Birmingham, MI.
- Over 37 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Sean J Powers: Sean J Powers is a partner based in Birmingham, MI. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Sean has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lacey & Jones, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Sean takes on
Sean concentrates on workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Sean handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Workers Comp cases in Birmingham, Michigan
Sean takes workers comp matters in Birmingham, 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 Sean agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Sean J Powers — workers comp lawyer in Birmingham
Sean J Powers is a partner based in Birmingham, MI. The practice focuses on Workers Comp. Sean has over 37 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Lacey & Jones, LLP. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Sean J Powers is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation law. Sean received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years. Sean practices at Lacey & Jones, LLP in Birmingham, MI.
Working with Sean on a workers comp matter
Sean J Powers is a lawyer practicing workers' compensation law. Sean received a A.B. degree from University of Michigan in 1986, and has been licensed for 37 years. Sean practices at Lacey & Jones, LLP in Birmingham, MI.
Clients Sean works with
Sean reviews new inquiries case-by-case for workers comp matters in Birmingham and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Wayne State University
J.D. · 1989
University of Michigan
A.B. · 1986
Jurisdictions
Sean's state bar admissions
U.S. District Court,
1989 · ACTIVE
Michigan
1989 · ACTIVE
Sean studied at J.D. in Wayne State University and A.B. in University of Michigan.
Law school and academic background
Sean completed J.D. in Wayne State University and A.B. in University of Michigan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Sean runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Sean has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Locations
Sean J Powers's office in Birmingham
Sean's primary office is at 3001 W. Big Beaver Road Suite 206, Birmingham, MI, 48084-3103. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Lacey & Jones, LLP
3001 W. Big Beaver Road Suite 206
Birmingham, MI 48084-3103
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Client reviews of Sean J Powers — 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of Sean. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing workers comp attorneys in Birmingham.
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How to hire Sean J Powers — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new workers comp attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Sean usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Sean charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sean'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; Sean will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a workers comp attorney in Birmingham, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many workers comp 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 Sean
Sean discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in workers comp practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every workers comp 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. Sean confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Sean's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many workers comp practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Sean J Powers
How much does it cost to hire Sean for a workers comp case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Sean walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Sean offer a free consultation?
Sean charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Sean's office. Some workers comp attorneys offer free consults — check Sean's current terms during booking.
How long do workers comp cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple workers comp 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. Sean gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Sean take my case if I'm outside Birmingham?
Sean 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 — Sean 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 Sean?
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. Sean will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Sean accepting new workers comp clients right now?
Sean's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Workers Comp attorneys serving Birmingham, Detroit and Grand Rapids in Michigan
Sean handles workers comp matters throughout Michigan. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified workers comp attorneys in that community.
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