Berk W. Washburn, Business Attorney in Troy, Michigan

Berk concentrates on business, general, international, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Berk handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Business

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• Litigation

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Berk's primary office is at 201 West Big Beaver Rd., Ste. 800, Troy, MI, 48084-4165. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Berk usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Berk discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

• How much does it cost to hire Berk for a business case?

  Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Berk walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

• Does Berk offer a free consultation?

  Berk charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Berk's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Berk's current terms during booking.

• How long do business cases in Michigan typically take?

  Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Berk gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Berk take my case if I'm outside Troy?

  Berk is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Berk will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

• What should I bring to my first meeting with Berk?

  Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Berk will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Berk accepting new business clients right now?

  Berk's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.