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During my legal career of more than 40 years, I have focused on family law and other complex civil litigation matters. I have served by Court appointment as a mediator, arbitrator, facilitator, receiver, and special master. For the past twenty years I have achieved an "AV" rating, the highest peer rating by Martindale Hubbell, a nationally recognized directory of attorneys, for my legal ability and ethical standards. I have appeared in state and federal courts throughout Michigan and have argued in the Michigan Court of Appeals and the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.
My professional memberships include the American Bar Association, Detroit Bar Association, State Bar of Michigan, and Oakland County Bar Association. ABA section memberships include family law, business law, and litigation. I am an arbitrator for the American Arbitration Association. I am a member of the Financial and Estate Planning Council of Metro Detroit, as well as the Federal Law Clerk Alumni Group.
I am a past chairman of the Oakland County Bar Association's Circuit Court Committee. I am also a member of the Michigan Inter-Professional Association, Past Grand Knight of the Holy Name Knights of Columbus, and Past President of the Birmingham Rotary, among other volunteer positions. I have served on the Board of Directors of the YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit, and have been past chair of both the Board of Managers of the Birmingham YMCA, the City of Birmingham Advisory Parking Committee, and the City of Birmingham Board of Ethics.
I was recognized in the business magazine as a Top Lawyer in Metropolitan Detroit in the practice areas of family law, litigation, and corporate law, as well as being named the Leading Lawyer, and a Super Lawyer in Family Law. I have received the Michigan Top 10 Attorney Awards from both the National Academy of Family Law Attorneys and the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys. I was also named in Michigan Lawyer Weekly's "Leaders in the Law" and a "Go To Lawyer" in Family Law. I was the recipient of the Federal Bar Foundation Edward Rakow Scholarship Award at the Detroit College of Law, where I was the Editor-in-Chief of the Detroit College of Law Review. I also served as Law Clerk to the Honorable Harold H. Bobier, Judge of the U.S. District Court in Bankruptcy for the Eastern District of Michigan.
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Posted by anonymous | March 31, 2021 | Hired Attorney
During a time when I should have felt the most alone and confused, John Schrot provided the support and peace of mind necessary to help me move forward. John always made me feel heard and understood. He supported my goals throughout the divorce process and was unwavering in his commitment to represen...
Posted by Denise | June 17, 2017 | Hired Attorney
John brought a great deal of professionalism and integrity through out the entire process of my divorce. He understands the process completely and assisted me with his calm, soft spoken demeanor to navigate a difficult situation and obtain positive results resolving all issues in a timely and efficie...
Posted by Bill | May 16, 2017 | Hired Attorney
John represented me in a complex, ( 32 year marriage) divorce. He was a tireless and highly effective advocate for me and consistently demonstrated how extremely knowledgeable he is in family law. I quickly found out why he is so well respected by the bar and bench. Besides his impressive legal skill...
Posted by RichardC | June 24, 2015
John is an experienced trial lawyer and the best in the city. He has a broad based experienced attorney with vast resources to win your case. He is detailed oriented and gets the job done. I have used him for over 20 years on various matters, divorce, civil litigation.
Posted by Greg | August 23, 2010
Mr. Schrot has been and continues to far exceed all expectations. He brings his knowledge and communicative skills to all that he does. Mr. Schrot will go out of his way to make sure that the results he achieves are the best that can be obtained. He will take the time to explain the pluses and the...
"I have known John professionally for over 20 years. Given the high stakes and sensitivity associated with divorce matters as well as the complex business divisions that often accompany marital separations, a advocate like John, who has vast business and litigation experience is invaluable."
"I endorse this lawyer. John is patient, intelligent and cares deeply about his clients' success. He is also a pleasure to deal with."
"John is hard working, well prepared, and dedicated to outstanding results for his clients. I have had a couple matters as opposing counsel in the past couple years and he has always been a complete professional to deal with and I have a high degree of respect for him. He fights hard for his clients but he fights fair and does an outstanding job."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. Mr. Schrot has always taken the time to ensure younger associates such as myself understand the legal process. Mr. Schrot is diligent and will go above what is required of him for a client's welfare, such as ensuring the client is fully aware of the progress of their case with regular updates. Mr. Schrot is an excellent advocate for his clients' rights and ensures that their legal matter is handled with the utmost care."
"I endorse this lawyer's work. John supervised me as a young attorney and I worked with him for nearly 8 years. He taught me what it means to be an effective, honest, hardworking and respected attorney. John has decades of experience and is the most conscientious attorney I've ever seen. He works tirelessly for his clients and takes a great amount of pride in his work."
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Super Lawyer Award, Super Lawyers Magazine
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2016
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2016
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2015
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2015
Top 100 Matrimonial and Family Attorney, The National Advocates
2015
"10" Best Family Law Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2015
Top 10 Family Law Lawyers in Michigan, National Academy of Family Law Attorneys
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
"10 Best" Michigan Family Law Attorneys, American Institute of Family Law Attorneys
2013
Distinquished Lawyer Award, Shamrock Bar Association
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AV Rating (consecutively for over 35 years), Martindale-Hubbell
2010 - Present
Shareholder/Director, Berry Moorman PC
1979 - 2010
Attorney at Law, Alan R. Miller P.C.
2016 - Present
Detroit Metropolitan Bar AssociationMember
1977 - Present
American Bar AssociationFamily Law Section; Litigation Section
1977 - Present
State Bar of MichiganFamily Law Section
1977 - Present
Oakland County Bar AssociationFamily Law Committee
1977
JD - Juris Doctor
1974
MBA - Masters in Business Administration
1972
BS - Bachelor of Science
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2015
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