Burt J Valanty, Employment Attorney in Beverly Hills, Michigan

Burt concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Burt handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

• Employment

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Burt's primary office is at 21505 Normandale St, Beverly Hills, MI, 48025. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

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

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

• How much does it cost to hire Burt for a employment case?

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

• Does Burt offer a free consultation?

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

• How long do employment cases in Michigan typically take?

  Simple employment 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. Burt gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

• Can Burt take my case if I'm outside Beverly Hills?

  Burt 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 — Burt 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 Burt?

  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. Burt will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

• Is Burt accepting new employment clients right now?

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