Lawrence F. Schiller, Employment Attorney in Troy, Michigan
Over 50 years of legal practice · 5.0/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Of CounselatGiarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C.
Troy, MI
Practicing employment in Troy since 1976.
- 50+
- Years practicing
- 5.0 ★
- 1 client review
- 7
- Bar admissions
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Lawrence F. Schiller is an of counsel based in Troy, MI. The practice focuses on Employment. Lawrence has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Troy, MI
- Experience
- over 50 years
- Known for
- Employment
- Handles Employment matters from Troy, MI.
- Over 50 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with AV Preeminent.
About Lawrence F. Schiller: Lawrence F. Schiller is an of counsel based in Troy, MI. The practice focuses on Employment. Lawrence has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Lawrence F. Schiller
Lawrence concentrates on employment. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lawrence handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Troy, Michigan
Lawrence takes employment 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 Lawrence agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Lawrence F. Schiller — Over 50 years of Michigan employment experience
Lawrence F. Schiller is an of counsel based in Troy, MI. The practice focuses on Employment. Lawrence has over 50 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C.. Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Mr. Lawrence Schiller is Of Counsel to the firm and specializes in qualified retirement plans and non-qualified deferred compensation arrangements, including all aspects of ERISA, retirement plan tax issues and employee benefits.
Mr. Schiller began his practice with tax-qualified retirement plans shortly after the passage of ERISA. As legal counsel to large and small for-profit and non-profit entities, Mr. Schiller provides legal advice and services relating to all aspects of design, implementation, compliance and correction of qualified plans and non-qualified retirement arrangements, including, among others, 401(k) plans, defined benefit plans, target benefit plans, executive compensation arrangements and employee benefits, including matters relating to tax consequences and fiduciary obligations. He also has represented third-party administrators with regard to compliance and administrative issues relating to plans they administer.
Mr. Schiller has given presentations on tax-qualified retirement plans for a number of professional organizations, including the State Bar of Michigan, the Michigan Association of Certified Public Accountants, the Oakland County Bar Association, the American Society of Employers, the Detroit Chapter of the International Society of Certified Employee Benefit Specialists, the Michigan Chapter of the International Association of Financial Planners, the Independent Accountants Association of Michigan and the Michigan Chapter of the National Association of Tax Practitioners.
Mr. Schiller has an “AV” Peer Review rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest ranking by peers for general ethical standards and legal ability.
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Mr. Schiller has served as an adjunct professor, teaching pension and ERISA courses, at Wayne State University Law School and the University of Detroit-Mercy School of Law, and has taught in Oakland University’s Legal Assistant Program, Certified Employee Benefits Specialist Program, and Certified Financial Planner Program.
Mr. Schiller has authored “Proposed ERISA Vesting Regulations: Not What They Seem To Be” in the Journal of Corporation Law (1981), which was cited by the U.S. Supreme Court in Alessi v. Raybestos-Manhattan, Inc., 451 U.S. 503, 513 fn. 10 (1981). He also has authored pension articles that have appeared in the Michigan Tax Lawyer (published by the Section of Taxation of the State Bar of Michigan), in Laches (the Journal of the Oakland County Bar Association) and in Michigan Forward (published by the Michigan Chamber of Commerce), and has served as Employee Benefits Current Developments Editor for the Tax Lawyer (published by the Taxation Section of the American Bar Association).
Distinctions
Peer Reviewed
top lawyer: 2013
Oakland County Bar Association’s Frances Avadenka Memorial Award
(for outstanding significant contributions to the Oakland County Community) 1994
Oakland County Bar Association’s Distinguished Service Award 1989
News / blog
Lawrence F. Schiller - Chair of the Oakland County Bar Association’s Employee Benefits Committee
Sep 2, 2011 Firm News, Lawrence F. Schiller
Lawrence F. Schiller appointed chair of the Oakland County Bar Association's Employee Benefits Committee for 2011-2012 Congratulations to Lawrence F. Schiller for being appointed chair of the Oakland County Bar Association's Employee Benefits Committee for 2011-2012...
Working with Lawrence on a employment matter
EXPERIENCE Mr. Lawrence Schiller is Of Counsel to the firm and specializes in qualified retirement plans and non-qualified deferred compensation arrangements, including all aspects of ERISA, retirement plan tax issues and employee benefits. Mr. Schiller began his practice with tax-qualified retirement plans shortly after the passage of ERISA. As legal counsel to large and small for-profit and…
Clients Lawrence works with
Lawrence reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment matters in Troy and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Lawrence F. Schiller's legal education and bar admissions
The Ohio State University
J.D. · 1976
Oberlin College
B.A. The · 1969
Jurisdictions
Lawrence's state bar admissions
U.S. Court of Appeal
1988 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1982 · ACTIVE
Michigan
1982 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1979 · ACTIVE
Missouri
1979 · ACTIVE
Ohio
1976 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1976 · ACTIVE
Lawrence studied at J.D. in The Ohio State University and B.A. The in Oberlin College.
Law school and academic background
Lawrence completed J.D. in The Ohio State University and B.A. The in Oberlin College. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lawrence runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Awards, publications, and recognition of Lawrence F. Schiller
Lawrence has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
AV Preeminent
Legal awards and honors
AV Preeminent.
Affiliations
Lawrence's professional memberships and bar associations
Memberships •State Bar of Michigan, Former Chair of the Employee Benefits Committee of the Section of Taxation •Oakland County Bar Association, Former Chair of Employee Benefits Committee •Michigan Employee Benefits Conference, Former Chair
membership
Locations
Lawrence F. Schiller's office in Troy
Lawrence's primary office is at Tenth Floor Columbia Center, 101 West Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI, 48084-5280. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C.
Tenth Floor Columbia Center, 101 West Big Beaver Road
Troy, MI 48084-5280
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How to hire Lawrence F. Schiller — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lawrence usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Lawrence charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lawrence'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; Lawrence will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Troy, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment 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 Lawrence
Lawrence 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.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment 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. Lawrence confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Lawrence's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Lawrence F. Schiller
How much does it cost to hire Lawrence for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lawrence walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Lawrence offer a free consultation?
Lawrence charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lawrence's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Lawrence'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. Lawrence gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Lawrence take my case if I'm outside Troy?
Lawrence 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 — Lawrence 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 Lawrence?
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. Lawrence will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Lawrence accepting new employment clients right now?
Lawrence's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Troy, Detroit and Grand Rapids in Michigan
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