Atty. Michael Ratton

Atty. Michael Ratton

Michael’s education as a nurse and his experience of having been in a serious motorcycle accident led to an understanding of how important it is to obtain appropriate and timely medical care to promote recovery. It was a desire to help others who have gone through the unexpected and life-changing experiences of a personal injury accident that led him to attend law school and assist other accident victims.

Detroit Detroit 37 yrs experience 37 year
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Profile Summary

About Michael Ratton at a glance

Michael Ratton is an Attorney & Counselor based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Ratton Law Group PC. They have 37+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1989. Their practice focuses on car accidents, divorce, truck accidents, medical malpractice, and personal injury. Admitted to practice in Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of (1989). Educated at Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University (J.D., 1988) and Beloit College (B.A. Rush, 1983). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of State Bar of Michigan American Association of Nurse Attorneys Michigan Trial Lawyers Association American Trial Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • Michael’s education as a nurse and his experience of having been in a serious motorcycle accident led to an understanding of how important it is to obtain appropriate and timely medical care to promote recovery
  • It was a desire to help others who have gone through the unexpected and life-changing experiences of a personal injury accident that led him to attend law school and assist other accident victims
  • Michael was born in Arkansas but graduated from high school in Michigan
  • He received his Bachelor of Arts from Beloit College in Wisconsin and his Bachelor of Science from Rush University College of Nursing in Chicago, Illinois
  • Upon returning to Michigan, he worked as a nurse at the Detroit Medical Center while attending law school
  • He graduated from Detroit College of Law (now Michigan State University College of Law) in 1989 and has practiced in the fields of personal injury law and medical malpractice for nearly 30 years

Practice Areas Explained

Michael Ratton's Areas of Practice

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

Car Accidents

Hurt in a car crash? Car accident lawyers fight insurance companies for fair compensation — free consult, no fee unless you win.

Michael Ratton is one of 36,807 car accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse car accidents attorneys in Michigan →

Divorce

A divorce attorney guides you through property division, spousal support, custody, and the final decree — contested or uncontested.

Michael Ratton is one of 50,487 divorce attorneys indexed nationally. Browse divorce attorneys in Michigan →

Truck Accidents

Michael Ratton is one of 4,975 truck accidents attorneys indexed nationally. Browse truck accidents attorneys in Michigan →

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Michael Ratton is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Michigan →

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.

Michael Ratton is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Michigan →

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 Detroit 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 Michael Ratton

Where is Michael Ratton's law office located?
Michael Ratton's law practice is located in Detroit, Michigan. The firm is Ratton Law Group PC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Michael Ratton handle?
Michael Ratton focuses on car accidents, divorce, truck accidents, medical malpractice, personal injury. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Michigan.
How long has Michael Ratton practiced law?
Michael Ratton has 37+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1989.
Where did Michael Ratton go to law school?
Michael Ratton earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A. Rush, 1983).
How can I contact Michael Ratton for a consultation?
You can contact Michael Ratton 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 Michael Ratton received?
Michael Ratton's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University
- 1988
B.A. Rush
Beloit College
- 1983

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Michigan U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan U.S. District Court, Western District of
Admitted: 1989

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