Atty. David B. Walters

Atty. David B. Walters

Mr. Walters concentrates his practice in employee benefits, corporate law and estate planning.

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Profile Summary

About David B. Walters at a glance

David B. Walters is a employment attorney based in Troy, Michigan, practicing at Bodman PLC. Admitted to practice in Michigan, State Bar of Michigan. Educated at University of Detroit Mercy (J.D., 1984) and Central Michigan University (B.S.). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Troy) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus: (2026). Serands clients in Troy, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Mr. Walters concentrates his practice in employee benefits, corporate law and estate planning
  • He has more than 25 years of experience counseling employers on all aspects of employee benefit plan formation, administration, and taxation
  • He also helps business clients form and develop their enterprises, including securing financing of assets and real estate
  • Mr. Walters frequently assists health care professionals with general corporate and employment matters with particular emphasis on retirement planning and employee benefit plan design and administration
  • Mr. Walters has been involved in the establishment, revision, modification, merger and termination of pension, money purchase, stock bonus, ESOP and profit sharing plans (including all types of 401(k) plans), as well as group health plans, health care reimbursement plans, cafeteria plans and dependent care arrangements
  • He serves on the Great Lakes Area TE/GE Council
  • The Council maintains lines of communication between the Great Lakes Area TE/GE Division of the Internal Revenue Service and the practitioner community and provides input and advice regarding tax policies and procedures related to employee benefit tax issues

Practice Areas Explained

David B. Walters's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases David B. Walters handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Michigan

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 Troy 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 andnue, 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.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about David B. Walters

Where is David B. Walters's law office located?
David B. Walters's law practice is located in Troy, Michigan. The firm is Bodman PLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does David B. Walters handle?
David B. Walters focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
Where did David B. Walters go to law school?
David B. Walters earned their education at (J.D., 1984); (B.S.).
How can I contact David B. Walters for a consultation?
You can contact David B. Walters directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has David B. Walters received?
David B. Walters's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Troy); Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Partnership Transactions; Best Lawyers in America — ERISA.

Education

J.D.
University of Detroit Mercy
- 1984
B.S.
Central Michigan University
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Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Troy)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Partnership Transactions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — ERISA
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — ESOPS
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Executive Compensation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Fiduciary Responsibility
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Pension, Health and Welfare
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers USA 2017 (Leading Individual, Employee Benefits & Executive Compensation -Michigan)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Michigan Super Lawyers 2016 (Employee Benefits)
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Troy)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Troy)
- 2020
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Troy)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law (Detroit)
- 2015

Bar Admissions

Michigan, State Bar of Michigan

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