Atty. Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten

Atty. Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten

Lawrence E. Gursten 's legal career as one of the top car accident lawyers in the country spans more than 40 years.

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Profile Summary

About Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten at a glance

Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten is a personal injury attorney based in Farmington Hills, Michigan, practicing at Michigan Auto Law. Admitted to practice in Michigan, State Bar of Michigan. Educated at Wayne State University (J.D., 1966). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation (2026). Serands clients in Farmington Hills, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Lawrence E. Gursten's legal career as one of the top car accident lawyers in the country spans more than 40 years
  • He is founding partner of Michigan Auto Law and continues to passionately advocate for victims of car and truck accidents throughout Michigan
  • Larry has lectured extensively at legal seminars for nearly 40 years, helping Michigan lawyers on the subjects of traumatic brain injury, neck and back injury cases, the Michigan No-Fault law and strategies for litigating automobile accident cases
  • As a personal injury lawyer, Larry has been a speaker to the Michigan Legislature on the No-Fault law
  • He has also appeared on television and in print discussing auto insurance and the No-Fault law

Practice Areas Explained

Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

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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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 Farmington Hills 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 Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten

Where is Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten's law office located?
Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten's law practice is located in Farmington Hills, Michigan. The firm is Michigan Auto Law. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten handle?
Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten focuses on personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
Where did Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten go to law school?
Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten earned their education at (J.D., 1966).
How can I contact Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten for a consultation?
You can contact Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten 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 Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten received?
Lawrence E. "Larry" Gursten's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs; Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:; Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation; Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:; Best Lawyers in America — Automobile Collision.

Education

J.D.
Wayne State University
- 1966

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Automobile Collision
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Automobile Insurance (Michigan No-Fault Law)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Brain Injury
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Catastrophic Injury
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — No-Fault
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Wrongful Death
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Michigan Super Lawyer
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell AV-Rating for 25 years, highest rating for legal ability and ethics
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Martindale-Hubbell Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit, DBusiness Magazine
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Michigan, State Bar of Michigan

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