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Stephen O. "Steve" Schultz, Employment Attorney in Okemos, Michigan

focused on Employment and Government

Okemos, MI

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Stephen O. "Steve" Schultz is an attorney based in Okemos, MICHIGAN. The practice focuses on Employment and Government.

Based in
Okemos, MICHIGAN
Experience
attorney
Known for
Employment · Government
  • Handles Employment and Government matters from Okemos, MICHIGAN.
  • Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Municipal Law (Lansing) (2020).

About Stephen O. "Steve" Schultz: Stephen O. "Steve" Schultz is an attorney based in Okemos, MICHIGAN. The practice focuses on Employment and Government.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Stephen takes on

Stephen concentrates on employment and government. Each area below outlines the kind of case Stephen handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Employment cases in Okemos, Michigan

Stephen takes employment 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

Government cases in Okemos, Michigan

Stephen takes government 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 Stephen agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Stephen O. "Steve" Schultz — employment lawyer in Okemos

Stephen O. "Steve" Schultz is an attorney based in Okemos, MICHIGAN. The practice focuses on Employment and Government.

Stephen O. Schultz is a founding Member of the law firm of Fahey Schultz Burzych Rhodes, PLC. The firm opened in 2008 to serve municipalities, public utilities and management in labor relations matters. For over thirty-five years, his practice has focused on the representation of management in labor and employment matters and municipalities in all matters. In addition, and as a side specialty, since 1979, Steve has represented a large number of interest groups involved in litigation to define the scope of Native American treaty rights in Michigan.

In 2012 and again for 2016, Steve was honored by Best Lawyers and his peers when he was named "Lawyer of the Year" in Management Employment Law.

Steve was admitted to the Michigan Bar in 1978 after attending Wayne State University Law School. Prior to attending Wayne State, he received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Oakland University and a Masters degree from Michigan State University. He is a past Chair and current member of the governing council of the Public Corporation Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan and has served previously as the Editor of the Public Corporation Law Quarterly. He is also a member of the Labor and Employment Law Section of the State Bar and a past instructor of Local Government Administrative Law for the Masters of Public Administration Program at Oakland University.

Steve is a frequent lecturer on labor, library and municipal topics for the associations representing municipalities and libraries.

Stephen's approach to employment cases

Stephen O. Schultz is a founding Member of the law firm of Fahey Schultz Burzych Rhodes, PLC. The firm opened in 2008 to serve municipalities, public utilities and management in labor relations matters. For over thirty-five years, his practice has focused on the representation of management in labor and employment matters and municipalities in all matters. In addition, and as a side specialty,…

Clients Stephen works with

Stephen reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and government matters in Okemos and the surrounding Michigan area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Oakland University

    — · 1973

  • Michigan State University

    — · 1975

  • Wayne State University

    — · 1978

Jurisdictions

Stephen's state bar admissions

  • Michigan, State Bar

    ACTIVE

Stephen studied at — in Oakland University, — in Michigan State University, and — in Wayne State University.

Law school and academic background

Stephen completed — in Oakland University, — in Michigan State University, and — in Wayne State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Stephen runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Stephen has received 18 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • Lawyer of the Year — Municipal Law (Lansing)

    2020

  • Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Lansing)

    2018

  • Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Lansing)

    2016

  • Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Lansing)

    2012

  • Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Municipal Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Arbitration

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Water Law

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Employment

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Labor

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Management

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — State and Federal

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Awards:

    2026

  • Best Lawyers in America — Lawyer of the Year, Management Labor Law, 2012, 2016

    2026

Legal awards and honors

Lawyer of the Year — Municipal Law (Lansing) (2020). Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Lansing) (2018). Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Lansing) (2016). Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management (Lansing) (2012). Best Lawyers in America — Administrative / Regulatory Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management (2026).

Locations

Stephen O. "Steve" Schultz's office in Okemos

Stephen's primary office is at 4151 Okemos Road, Okemos, Michigan, 48864. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

4151 Okemos Road

Okemos, Michigan 48864

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Hiring guide

How to hire Stephen O. "Steve" Schultz — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Stephen usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Stephen charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen'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; Stephen will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a employment attorney in Okemos, Michigan

A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Stephen

Stephen discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every employment 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. Stephen confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Stephen's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Stephen O. "Steve" Schultz

  • How much does it cost to hire Stephen for a employment case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Stephen walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Stephen offer a free consultation?

    Stephen charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Stephen's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Stephen's current terms during booking.

  • How long do employment cases in Michigan typically take?

    Simple employment 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. Stephen gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Stephen take my case if I'm outside Okemos?

    Stephen 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 — Stephen 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 Stephen?

    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. Stephen will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Stephen accepting new employment clients right now?

    Stephen'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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