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Gary Wm Baun

Admiralty and maritime Attorney at Birmingham, MI

5.0   9 reviews
  • Licensed for 45 years
    State MI
    Acquired 1978
    Status
    Active in Good Standing No misconduct found

We have not found any instances of professional misconduct for this lawyer.

About Gary

Learn Gary’s areas of practice.

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Practice areas
  1. Admiralty and maritime
    80%

  2. Personal injury
    10%
    Construction, Motor Vehicle, Bicycle, Products Liability

  3. Wrongful death
    10%

Gary has specialized in Admiralty/Maritime,Transportation, and Products Personal Injury and Wrongful Death litigation for more than 30 years. Gary has tried cases in numerous federal district courts, including: Southern District of Alabama, Northern District of California, Eastern District of Lousiana, Northern and Southern District of Illinois, Southern District of Iowa, Eastern District of Kentucky, District of Massachusetts, Northern and Southern Districts of Ohio, Western District of Tennessee, and many other venue. Gary has many reported results. 

Gary received his undergraduate degree from University of Dayton majoring in Russian and Far Eastern history, spending a year abroad studying political economics in Europe. He received his JD from the University of Detroit School of Law, where he was also a member of the Public Defender Clinic. The focus of Gary’s practice is the representation of mariners relative to maritime personal injury claims; however, he also handles other matters related to marine transportation and general personal injury.

In his free time Gary enjoys competitive sailing, having competed in five World and North American Championships (placing on the podium three times), as well as wind surfing, salt water fly fishing, bicycling, alpine skiing, and hunting.

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Reviews

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Posted by Mr. H | January 24, 2022
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Knights of the Sea
Gary and the firm went out on a limb and took a case that no one else would. They got results. They know their stuff. One wouldn’t hire a young lawyer whom hasn’t been in the trenches per say, you would want to hire the best of the best whom have been thru it all. Hand down Gary and the O’bryan law firm are the best of the best. They are truly the Mystical Knights of the Sea
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Posted by anonymous | June 1, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
Gary Baun
I work with Gary serval times. I never had not one complaint. Great Attorney.
Posted by Steven | May 28, 2021
This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.
| Consulted Attorney
Knowledgeable, passionate and friendly. Puts your mind at ease from the first meeting.
Could not have asked for anything better from an attorney. Gary put me at ease from day one and kept me well informed. I am very satisfied from the results. I feel fortunate I was referred to Gary. I would recommend him everyday of the week and twice on Sunday.
Posted by Sean | May 5, 2021
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| Hired Attorney
Great lawyer
Gary keep me well informed and took care of me super well. I would highly recommend him to anybody looking for a lawyer
Posted by Eddie | March 12, 2020
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| Hired Attorney
Gary gets things done
I was injured on the job and contacted Gary and in a short period of time I had the necessary treatment needed that allowed me to return to work, along with a satisfactory settlement, if your looking for a great attorney, I’d recommend Gary Baun to you...he also kept me up to spend during entire process....thanks again Gary
Posted by Mady | September 17, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
successful results
I recommend Gary Baun as an attorney. I had a maritime employment dispute which he handled quickly and successfully. Thank you, Gary.
Posted by anonymous | June 7, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Everything went smooth great lawyer and staff
Mr. Baun did great a job from the beginning. Got me back in good health and a nice settlement. Was very helpful and supportive and easy to talk with and work with. The staff was great and very helpful. They know what doing and Mr. Baun will be my first call in the future. Thank you
Posted by Marcus | February 28, 2019
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Maritime injury claim.
Gary did a great job. He helped me get a fair settlement that I couldn’t have gotten on my own.
Posted by Terry | July 26, 2018
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
| Hired Attorney
Professional & Personal
I retain the services of Gary Baun attorney and the law offices of O'Bryan law. Gary had an arguous task of Defending myself in a brain injury case, while fighting the United States of America on my behalf. Gary Baun and O'Bryan law prevailed in my case. My case was expensive for O'Bryan law both monetary and in time. Never was that more important then my needs in the moment and for the future. Medical as well as emotional directions were always set. The emotional support myself and my family received from Gary and this Law Firm gave me not only hope but taught me acceptance which helps me everyday with my now health condition. Gary and his firm have unfathomable knowledge of the maritime industry and law. Challenging the United States of America is no easy task, but we prevailed. I have a future now and it is in large part thanks to Gary Baun and the O'Bryan Law Firm. Too them I am eternally grateful.. Terry M.
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Cost

Rates
  • Free Consultation 30 minutes
Payment methods
Cash, Check, Credit Card

Resume

AVVO RATING 9.8 (Superb)

Work Experience

  • Partner
  • O'Bryan Baun Karamanian
  • 1987 - Present

Education

  • University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
  • JD - Juris Doctor
  • 1978
  • University of Dayton
  • Bachelor of Arts (BA)
  • 1976

Legal Cases

  • Ahmed v Port City Marine Servs. , 2018 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 6473 (ED MI)

Associations

  • Detroit Fitness Foundation
  • Board Member
  • 2017 - Present
  • Maritime Law Association of the United States
  • Member
  • 1981 - Present
  • American Association for Justice
  • Member
  • 1980 - Present

Languages Spoken

  • French
  • English

Honors and Awards

  • 10.0 Lawyer rating
  • Justia
  • 2019
  • Distinguished
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2018
  • Peer Review Rated
  • Martindale-Hubbell
  • 2017

Publications

  • Lexis Nexis Publishing
  • Ahmed v Port City Marine Servs. , 2018 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 6473 (ED MI)
  • 2018
  • Lexis Nexis Publishing
  • Zermeno v N. Pac. Fishing, Inc. , 2017 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 177756 (WD WA)
  • 2017
  • Lexis Nexis Publishing
  • Douglas v Pere Marquette Shipping Co., 2015 U.S. Dist. LEXIS 116817 (W.D. Mi)
  • 2015
  • Lexis Nexis Publishing
  • Konyn v Lake Superior & Ishpeming RR Co.,, USDC, W.Dist.MI, Case No: 2:11-cv-51
  • 2012
  • Lexis Nexis Publishing
  • Janes v Grand River Navigation Co., 2009 WL 3153074 (E.D. Mich.)
  • 2009
  • Lexis Nexis Publishing
  • Crow v Cooper Marine & Timberlands Corp., 2009 WL 2870222 (S.D. Ala.)
  • 2009
  • Lexis Nexis Publishing
  • Crow v Cooper Marine & Timberlands Corp., 2009 WL 103500 (S.D. Ala.)(rehearing denied 2009 WL 414000)
  • 2009
  • Lexis Nexis Publishing
  • Vankuiken v Central Marine Logistics, Inc., 2008 WL 4601379 (E.D. Mich.)
  • 2008
  • Lexis Nexis Publishing
  • Hornick v American Commercial Barge Line, 2008 WL 2168893 (W.D. Ky.)
  • 2008
  • Lexis Nexis Publishing
  • Curatola v American Electric Power, et al, 2008 WL 2120840 (S.D. Ohio)
  • 2008
  • Lexis Nexis Publishing
  • In Re: Via Sales & Leasing, Inc., 499 F.Supp.2d 887 (E.D. Mich. 2007
  • 2007
  • Lexis Nexis Publishing
  • Tully v Interlake Steamship Co., 2007 WL 1174922 (E.D. Mich.)
  • 2007
  • Lexis Nexis Publishing
  • Halcomb v Kimberly Clark Tissue Co., 2000 AMC 2575 (S.D. AL. 2000)
  • 2000
  • Lexis Nexis Publishing
  • Said v Rouge Steel Co., 209 Mich. App. 150, 530 NW2d 765 (1995)
  • 1995
  • Lexis Nexis Publishing
  • Daughenbaugh v Bethlehem Steel Corp., 891 F.2d 1199 (1989)
  • 1989
  • Lexis Nexis Publishing
  • Williams v Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co., 726 F.2d 278 (1984)
  • 1984
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Attorney endorsements

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Given (4)
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Admiralty and maritime Attorney | Jun 29
Relationship: Worked together on matter
"Gary has my full endorsement. He is a master of his craft, and an exceptional advocate for his clients."
Admiralty and maritime Attorney | Jun 01
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer."
Admiralty and maritime Attorney | Oct 06
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Baun is committed to bringing quality results for his clients, and cares deeply for their success. Mr. Baun also is highly active in the community, with a devotion to improving his community for the benefit of all."
Admiralty and maritime Attorney | Oct 03
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
"I endorse Gary. He is a wonderful attorney; hardworking and aggressive."
Personal injury Attorney | Apr 17
Relationship: Co-worker
"I endorse this attorney. Experienced and hard-working trial lawyer who commits 150% to each of his clients."
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Birmingham Admiralty and maritime Lawyer Gary Wm Baun
Gary Wm Baun
Admiralty and maritime Attorney
Birmingham, MI
Licensed for 45 years
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