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- 1 review
- 5.0
- Since 1988
- 38 yrs
- Bar admissions
- 2
- By appointment
- In office
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Since 1988
Bar admissions
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Patrick M. Fishman at a glance
Verified credentials for Patrick M. Fishman sourced from Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook.
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- Firm founded
- 1969
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Practice focus
Patrick M. Fishman represents clients in Detroit, Michigan across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
Biography
About Patrick M. Fishman
Patrick M. Fishman is a principal in the firm’s Detroit office. He has practiced law in Michigan and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan for 30 years. Mr. Fishman has extensive experience defending clients from various types of civil liability claims and has also practiced family law. Mr. Fishman brings to the firm his litigation capabilities and special experience in defending mass tort, asbestos and toxic exposure cases.
In this respect, Mr. Fishman has managed cases involving exposure to asbestos, formaldehyde, mercury and other dust related diseases such as talcosis and silicosis. Mr. Fishman has extensive experience as medical counsel for more than 35 defendants in asbestos personal injury litigation across the State of Michigan. He is also experienced in defending premises liability claims and representing entities in an array of business matters.
Mr. Fishman is AV Peer Review Rated by LexisNexis/Martindale-Hubbell. The AV Peer Review rating is the highest rating allowed. It attests to a lawyer’s legal ability and professional ethics, and reflects the confidential opinions of the Bar and the Judiciary. He was recognized in dBusiness Magazine as a Top Lawyer in 2019 and 2020 and has been named a Michigan Super Lawyer since 2011. He was also recognized as a Leading Lawyer in 2021 and 2022. This recognition is based on a survey of their peers.
Mr. Fishman earned his J.D. from the University of Detroit School of Law. He also holds a B.B.A. from the University of Michigan.
Professional Associations
State Bar of Michigan
Oakland County Bar Association
Detroit Metropolitan Bar Association
Defense Research Institute
Michigan Defense Trial Counsel
Published Articles
Asbestos in the Workplace, University of Detroit School of Law Corporation, Finance and Business Law Journal
The Dentist and Litigation, Coauthor, Dental Review
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Credentials
Education
University of Detroit School of Law
J.D. · 1988
University of Michigan
B.B.A. · 1985
Jurisdictions
Bar admissions
Michigan
1988 · ACTIVE
U.S. District Court,
1988 · ACTIVE
Recognition
Awards & honors
AV Preeminent
Affiliations
Professional memberships
Professional Associations State Bar of Michigan Oakland County Bar Association Detroit Metropolitan Bar Association Defense Research Institute Michigan Defense Trial Counsel
membership
Locations
Office locations
Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook
One Woodward Avenue, Suite 2400
Detroit, MI 48226
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What areas of law does Patrick M. Fishman practice?
Patrick M. Fishman focuses on Litigation, Medical Malpractice, Product Liability, and Slip & Fall.
Where is Patrick M. Fishman located?
Patrick M. Fishman primarily serves clients in Detroit, Michigan, with an office at One Woodward Avenue, Suite 2400.
How experienced is Patrick M. Fishman?
Patrick M. Fishman has 38 years of legal practice, having been licensed since 1988.
Is Patrick M. Fishman a verified attorney?
Patrick M. Fishman's profile is listed but has not yet been claimed by the attorney. Verification status is pending.
How can I schedule a consultation with Patrick M. Fishman?
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