Atty. Brian Michael Garner
Brian Michael Garner is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal law, family law and 9 other areas of law. Brian received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years.
Civil Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Lapeer, MI · 18+ Years Experience
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About Brian Michael Garner at a Glance
Brian Michael Garner is a Member based in Lapeer, Michigan, practicing at Taylor, Butterfield, Howell,Churchill & Garner P.C.. They have 18+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2008. Their practice focuses on wrongful termination, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and employment. Admitted to practice in Michigan (2008). Educated at Wayne State University Law School (J.D., 2007) and University of Michigan (B.A. History, 2004). Active member of Lapeer County and American Bar Associations. Serves clients in Lapeer, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Brian Michael Garner
- Brian Michael Garner is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, criminal law, family law and 9 other areas of law
- Brian received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 2004, and has been licensed for 18 years
- Brian practices at Taylor, Butterfield, Howell,Churchill & Garner P.C. in Lapeer, MI
Practice Areas Explained
Brian Michael Garner's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Brian Michael Garner handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Lapeer.
Wrongful Termination in Lapeer
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Personal Injury in Lapeer
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Criminal Defense in Lapeer
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
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Family Law in Lapeer
Family law attorneys handle divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, prenups, and protective orders. Find verified family lawyers near you.
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Employment Law in Lapeer
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Brian Michael Garner is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Michigan →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Lapeer
Practicing law in Michigan. Legal matters in Michigan are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Lapeer are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Michigan state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Michigan brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Michigan courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Lapeer Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Lapeer-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Lapeer Choose Brian Michael Garner
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Brian Michael Garner's practice in the field of wrongful termination, personal injury, criminal defense, family law, and employment.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Brian Michael Garner brings 18+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering wrongful termination, personal injury, and criminal defense, Brian Michael Garner can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Lapeer
A Lapeer-based practice means Brian Michael Garner attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Brian Michael Garner Handles in Lapeer
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Brian Michael Garner has experience with under Michigan law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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