The key to successful litigation is hard work.   When a client's financial interests and reputation are at stake, there are no shortcuts.

I have spent the past 31 years in the courtroom trenches, and when I accept a case, I plan for trial and fight to win.  If your case is settled before or during a lawsuit, it is because we both agree that a settlement makes sense.

Unlike many of the larger "silk stocking" law firms, I don't have an army of associates doing the heavy lifting.  I am responsible for crafting the strategy for successful resolution, and in the event litigation or a trial is required, I will personally prepare and try the case myself.

"I take pride in my reputation and consistently work to maintain it. In my business, results are what matters most and I guarantee that my clients will receive the very best representation they deserve. One thing that my clients can depend on is that I will work hard to earn their confidence".

Client Relationships

It is my philosophy that an open and honest relationship with every client is necessary.  Mutual respect is a must.  A healthy attorney client relationship depends on open communication.

All clients are welcome to attend court hearings and depositions.  There are no ivory towers and I strive toward making sure my clients feel welcome and remain confident that their case is being handled as effectively as possible.

Fee Structure

Not every case requires the same amount of time or effort and not every case involves the same level of difficulty.  Because of this, I take no offense when a client wishes to discuss the possibility of negotiating a flexible fee arrangement suitable for their case.

Because of my firm's small size however, I can't afford to take every case and am selective about the cases or clients I accept.  By taking this approach, I am able to commit the necessary time to the cases I do accept.

                         David F. Zuppke's Peer Review Rating

David F. Zuppke has an "AV" Peer Review Rating by Martindale-Hubbell, which is the only nationally recognized service that rates lawyers.  A Peer Review Rating is objectively established by other attorneys and judges who have had legal experience dealing with a rated attorney.

An "AV" rating is the highest peer recognition for both ethical standards and legal ability.  This rating denotes the highest adherence to professional standards of conduct and ethics, reliability, diligence and other criteria relevant to the discharge of professional responsibilities. http://www.martindale.com/Products_and_Services/Peer_Review_Ratings.aspx#5

In 2007 David F. Zuppke was nominated, selected and recognized in Michigan as an Employment Litigation Plaintiff "Super Lawyer".  http://www.superlawyers.com/about/selection_process.html