Atty. Richard J Ehrlich
Richard J Ehrlich is a lawyer practicing worker's compensation, workers' compensation section. Richard received a B.A. degree from Wayne State University, and has been licensed for 49 years.
Worker's Compensation & More Attorney · Serving Southfield, MI · 49+ Years Experience
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About Richard J Ehrlich at a Glance
Richard J Ehrlich is a Member based in Southfield, Michigan, practicing at Zamler, Mellen & Shiffman, P.C.. They have 49+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1977. Their practice focuses on workers comp. Admitted to practice in Michigan (1977), U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan (1977), and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan (1977). Educated at Wayne State University J.D. magna cum laude Wayne State University J.D. magna cum laude (—) and Wayne State University B.A. magna cum laude Wayne State University B.A. magna cum laude (—). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Michigan. Serves clients in Southfield, MI and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Richard J Ehrlich
- Richard J Ehrlich is a lawyer practicing worker's compensation, workers' compensation section
- Richard received a B.A. degree from Wayne State University, and has been licensed for 49 years
- Richard practices at Zamler, Mellen & Shiffman, P.C. in Southfield, MI
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Richard J Ehrlich's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Richard J Ehrlich handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Southfield.
Workers Compensation in Southfield
Workers compensation lawyers help injured workers get medical care, lost wages, and disability benefits. Free consult, no fee unless you win.
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Southfield
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 Southfield 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.
Southfield Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Southfield-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 Southfield Choose Richard J Ehrlich
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 Richard J Ehrlich's practice in the field of workers comp.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Richard J Ehrlich brings 49+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Michigan, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Michigan, and U.S. District Court, Western District of Michigan, Richard J Ehrlich can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Focused Workers Comp Practice
Concentrating on workers comp means Richard J Ehrlich's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Southfield
A Southfield-based practice means Richard J Ehrlich 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 Richard J Ehrlich Handles in Southfield
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