Atty. Patrick T Duerr
Patrick T Duerr is a lawyer practicing corporate and securities, private equity and venture capital, international business and 8 other areas of law. Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame, and has been licensed for 50 years.
Corporate And Securities & More Attorney · Serving Detroit, MI · 50+ Years Experience
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About Patrick T Duerr at a Glance
Patrick T Duerr is a Partner based in Detroit, Michigan, practicing at Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP. They have 50+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1976. Their practice focuses on employment, business, real estate, tax, and litigation. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1976). Educated at University of Notre Dame Law School J.D. magna cum laude (—) and University of Notre Dame B.A. summa cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Detroit, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Patrick T Duerr
- Patrick T Duerr is a lawyer practicing corporate and securities, private equity and venture capital, international business and 8 other areas of law
- Patrick received a B.A. degree from University of Notre Dame, and has been licensed for 50 years
- Patrick practices at Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP in Detroit, MI
Practice Areas Explained
Patrick T Duerr's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Patrick T Duerr handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Detroit.
Employment Law in Detroit
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Business & Corporate Law in Detroit
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Patrick T Duerr is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Michigan →
Real Estate Law in Detroit
Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.
Patrick T Duerr is one of 313,729 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Michigan →
Tax Law in Detroit
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
Patrick T Duerr is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Michigan →
Civil Litigation in Detroit
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Detroit
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 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.
Detroit Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Detroit-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 Detroit Choose Patrick T Duerr
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 Patrick T Duerr's practice in the field of employment, business, real estate, tax, and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Patrick T Duerr brings 50+ 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 employment, business, and real estate, Patrick T Duerr can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Detroit
A Detroit-based practice means Patrick T Duerr attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Patrick T Duerr Handles in Detroit
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Patrick T Duerr 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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