
Terence P. Durkin, Employment Attorney in Detroit, Michigan
focused on Employment and Medical Malpractice · 3.8/5 rating from 13 verified client reviews
PrincipalatKitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook
Detroit, MI
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Terence P. Durkin is a principal based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on Employment and Medical Malpractice. Currently practicing at Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook. Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 13 client reviews.
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About Terence P. Durkin: Terence P. Durkin is a principal based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on Employment and Medical Malpractice. Currently practicing at Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook. Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 13 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Terence takes on
Terence concentrates on employment and medical malpractice. Each area below outlines the kind of case Terence handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Employment cases in Detroit, Michigan
Terence takes employment matters in Detroit, 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 Terence agrees to represent you.
Medical Malpractice cases in Detroit, Michigan
Terence takes medical malpractice matters in Detroit, 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 Terence agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Terence P. Durkin — employment lawyer in Detroit
Terence P. Durkin is a principal based in Detroit, MI. The practice focuses on Employment and Medical Malpractice. Currently practicing at Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook. Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 13 client reviews.
Terence Durkin’s practice blends labor and employment law with medical malpractice and general litigation. His experience gives him a unique ability to help clients sort through the challenging and ever-changing world of labor and employment rules and regulations. Clients come to Terence and the firm’s labor and employment practice group for guidance because they understand the priorities and risks involved with managing a diverse workforce, creating contracts, and implementing the best policies and procedures.
Terence and the Kitch labor and employment practice group offer a full array of employment and labor law services, including disputes in all types of forums: the courts, mediation panels, arbitration and administrative agencies. Clients rely on Terence to help them navigate collective bargaining, contract administration, and grievance and arbitration proceedings, and he often participates with them in those proceedings.
Terence plays an active role in the community by serving on the Executive Board of the Michigan Defense Trial Counsel, chairing the Providence Foundation, and being a member of the Plymouth Rotary. Most recently, he was elected to the Core Leadership Team of Oak Mac SHRM (Society of Human Resource and Management).
Terence received his Bachelor of Arts in political science from Millikin University in Decatur, Illinois and his Juris Doctorate from Western Michigan University Cooley Law School where he was Article Editor of the Journal of Practical and Clinical Law. He is licensed to practice law in Michigan and Ohio, as well as the United States District Courts Eastern and Western Michigan.
He is married to Jessica and lives in Northville.
Insights & News
April, 2025 - Recent Highlights, Community Involvement
Terence Durkin Joins St. Vincent & Sarah Fisher Center’s Board of Trustees
November, 2024 - Recent Highlights
Kitch Attorneys Recognized by DBusiness as Top Lawyers for 2024
August, 2024 - Recent Highlights, Special Publications, Legal Updates
Michigan Supreme Court Restores 2018 Minimum Wage and Paid Sick Leave Laws
Terence's approach to employment cases
Terence Durkin’s practice blends labor and employment law with medical malpractice and general litigation. His experience gives him a unique ability to help clients sort through the challenging and ever-changing world of labor and employment rules and regulations. Clients come to Terence and the firm’s labor and employment practice group for guidance because they understand the priorities and…
The kind of cases Terence takes
Terence reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and medical malpractice matters in Detroit and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
J.D. · 2001
Millikin University
B.A. · 1995
Terence studied at J.D. in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.A. in Millikin University.
Law school and academic background
Terence completed J.D. in Thomas M. Cooley Law School and B.A. in Millikin University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Terence runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Terence has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
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Legal awards and honors
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Locations
Terence P. Durkin's office in Detroit
Terence's primary office is at One Woodward Avenue, Suite 2400, Detroit, MI, 48226. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook
One Woodward Avenue, Suite 2400
Detroit, MI 48226
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Client reviews of Terence P. Durkin — 3.8/5 rating from 13 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Terence. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing employment attorneys in Detroit.
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How to hire Terence P. Durkin — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Terence usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Terence charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Terence'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; Terence will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Detroit, 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 Terence
Terence 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. Terence confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Terence'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 Terence P. Durkin
How much does it cost to hire Terence for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Terence walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Terence offer a free consultation?
Terence charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Terence's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Terence'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. Terence gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Terence take my case if I'm outside Detroit?
Terence 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 — Terence 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 Terence?
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. Terence will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Terence accepting new employment clients right now?
Terence'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 Detroit, Grand Rapids and Southfield in Michigan
Terence handles employment matters throughout Michigan. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
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