Erin M. Pawlowski, Business Attorney in Troy, Michigan
focused on Business and IP
Troy, MI
Trusted business attorney serving Troy.
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Erin M. Pawlowski is an attorney based in Troy, MICHIGAN. The practice focuses on Business and IP.
- Based in
- Troy, MICHIGAN
- Experience
- attorney
- Known for
- Business · IP
- Handles Business and IP matters from Troy, MICHIGAN.
- Recognized with Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026).
About Erin M. Pawlowski: Erin M. Pawlowski is an attorney based in Troy, MICHIGAN. The practice focuses on Business and IP.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Erin takes on
Erin concentrates on business and ip. Each area below outlines the kind of case Erin handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Business cases in Troy, Michigan
Erin takes business matters in Troy, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erin agrees to represent you.
IP cases in Troy, Michigan
Erin takes ip matters in Troy, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Erin agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Erin M. Pawlowski — business lawyer in Troy
Erin M. Pawlowski is an attorney based in Troy, MICHIGAN. The practice focuses on Business and IP.
Erin Pawlowski focuses her practice on complex corporate transactions. She has a diverse M&A practice and serves as outside general counsel for businesses in a variety of industries and stages of growth. Erin represents private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, venture capital funds, strategic buyers and sellers, and other privately held businesses.
As a part of her M&A practice, Erin advises both buyers and sellers in complex domestic and cross-border transactions of all types and structures. Her cross-border experience includes transactions in the EU, Canada, and Mexico. Erin works with companies in a variety of industries, including financial and insurance services, transportation and logistics, software/SaaS, technology, retail and apparel, consumer products, infrastructure and IT, manufacturing, automotive, and healthcare, among others.
As a part of her general counsel practice, Erin helps companies solve their legal issues that arise in the course of business in an efficient and cost-conscious manner.
Erin leverages diverse experience on behalf of her clients. She previously litigated complex, high-stakes business cases, including cases related to trade secrets, shareholder matters, non-competition agreements, and M&A transactions, among others. Her litigation experience helps her better counsel clients on strategies to avoid costly litigation whenever possible, and how to best navigate disputes when they cannot be avoided. Erin also served as in-house counsel with a large, international apparel brand where she managed a broad range of legal matters, including corporate transactions and commercial contracts, regulatory and compliance matters, corporate governance, intellectual property portfolio management and anti-counterfeiting initiatives, litigation matters, and legal process innovation. Her in-house experience enables her to truly understand a client’s needs in a fast-paced and ever-changing business world, to work effectively with everyone from C-suite executives to front-line business teams, and to deliver practical advice.
Erin is a results-oriented, efficiency-minded practitioner who is passionate about providing excellent client service, finding creative and nimble solutions for her clients, and delivering advice in a succinct, actionable manner.
Education & CredentialsHow Erin handles business matters
Erin Pawlowski focuses her practice on complex corporate transactions. She has a diverse M&A practice and serves as outside general counsel for businesses in a variety of industries and stages of growth. Erin represents private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, venture capital funds, strategic buyers and sellers, and other privately held businesses. As a part of her M&A practice, Erin advises…
The kind of cases Erin takes
Erin reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business and ip matters in Troy and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Wayne State University
J.D. · 2010
Erin studied at J.D. in Wayne State University.
Law school and academic background
Erin completed J.D. in Wayne State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Erin runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Erin has received 4 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation
2026
Legal awards and honors
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Intellectual Property (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Commercial Litigation (2026).
Locations
Erin M. Pawlowski's office in Troy
Erin's primary office is at 2600 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 300, Troy, Michigan, 48084-3312. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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Schedule your consultationHiring guide
How to hire Erin M. Pawlowski — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Erin usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Erin charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erin's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Erin will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a business attorney in Troy, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Erin
Erin 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.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Erin confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Erin's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Erin M. Pawlowski
How much does it cost to hire Erin for a business case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Erin walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Erin offer a free consultation?
Erin charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Erin's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Erin'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. Erin gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Erin take my case if I'm outside Troy?
Erin 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 — Erin 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 Erin?
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. Erin will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Erin accepting new business clients right now?
Erin's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Business attorneys serving Troy, Detroit and Grand Rapids in Michigan
Erin handles business matters throughout Michigan. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified business attorneys in that community.
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