Michael Mauro

Michael Mauro

5.0
Rating: 9.4

Licensed for 21 years

Entertainment Lawyer at Bloomfield Hills, MI
Practice Areas: Entertainment, Contracts & Agreements, Constitutional, Personal Injury

6632 Telegraph Road, Suite 110, Bloomfield Hills, MI

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Entertainment 50%

Production/Screenplay Agreements

22 years

50%
Constitutional 15%

Civil Rights Violations

22 years

15%
Personal Injury 15%

Catastrophic Injuries

22 years

15%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 10 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2005

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Michigan for 21 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2004

Active in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Michael Mauro

6632 Telegraph Road, Suite 110, Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48301

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Michael Mauro's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

22 Client Reviews

5 star (22)
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Posted by Madalyn | June 29, 2023 | Consulted Attorney

This review is from a potential client who consulted with this attorney.

Attentive, Compassionate - Family Law

Mike was incredibly prompt and attentive when he did my consult; I felt definitely heard out when explaining my situation and having to make some hard choices for my family, however Mike gave amazing advice to help guide me to a solution. Although it was only a consult, I plan to move forward and hir...e him for anything regarding family law. Mr Goldman, the head attorney of the firm I inquired with who referred me to Mike, called me after hours because of the urgency of the situation and gave amazing advice. You can tell everyone that works in that office cares about their clients and want to do whatever they can to help them out.

Posted by Sarah G. | April 30, 2023 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

An Entertaining Entertainment Attorney

Mike is great. He met all of our film production needs and then some. He's a joy to work with and truly wants to see you succeed. He's an expert on the law first of all, but he knows so much about film production, cinema itself, and is the most creative lawyer I have ever dealt with. If you need a...nything in the world of production accomplished, you cannot go wrong by hiring Michael Mauro and Mauro Law Firm. Our business formation, releases, production contracts, and everything else was left in great hands, and we felt reassured and confident with the firm on our side throughout the entire process.

Posted by Katie | November 6, 2022 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

If you need an Estate Attorney

I had a great experience with the Mauro Law Firm team, especially Michael Mauro! In 70 years, this is the first time I had to hire an attorney. Mike Mauro promptly returned my call. He gave me a free consultation before hiring him for some estate planning issues. I found him very knowledgeable, poli...te, respectful of my time and money, and interested in discussing various methods of attacking my issues. I would definitely recommend him in the future!

Posted by Alexandria D. | July 3, 2021 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Thanking Michael for Great Work

It took some digging to find a reliable entertainment attorney outside of LA or NY that can help me with content related issues and making sure our production company is on the right course. I first consulted with Michael by zoom and then met to review and further discuss the many projects we have in... mind to complete. Mr Mauro helped us with basic business matters and then reviewed production agreements and drafted a couple particular ones needed for our situation. We are very happy to now have a local collaborator for our documentaries.

Posted by Jim | August 13, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

5 Stars

Michael Mauro is a great attorney that helped me resolve some governmental agency issues that would have otherwise tore me apart. Thank you for your service!

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Michael Mauro's Lawyer Endorsements

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Matthew Shaftel

Personal injury lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is that rare blend of tenaciousness and legal excellence. There are many aggressive personal injury lawyers, but their legal competence is questionable at best. Michael will not back down, and has the legal expertise to back up his client's position."

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Paul Tokarz

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Nov 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have no hesitation endorsing Mike. He's an experienced, smart, creative and driven attorney."

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Connor Day

Personal injury lawyer | Nov 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is an excellent attorney. He is detail oriented and very responsive to each of his clients' needs. He is an excellent advocate and ensures that all of his clients receive the most effective and best representation as possible."

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Jason Ott

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Brandon Fasse

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 19

Relationship: Co-worker

"Mike is a capable and professional advocate"

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Justin Gawlik

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 09

Relationship: Co-worker

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Neil Bhartia

Constitutional lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Michael's attention to detail is a considerable asset, and I've appreciated the quality work he has provided with regard to researching and writing the law on different occasions. I would certainly recommend his expertise for any constitutional or appellate matter."

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Awan Kuza

Appeals lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I've counted on Michael Mauro several times to research and write on important issues, and he's done so with exceptional competence and reliability."

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Caitlin Bearer

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Jan 31

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse Michael Mauro. I would trust Michael to handle any contractual or constitutional issue. He is highly skilled and knowledgable in his area of expertise."

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Amer Hakim

Car accident lawyer | Nov 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Fadi Toma

Personal injury lawyer | Oct 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joey Kejbou

Contracts and agreements lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"In addition to contracts and agreements, I've consulted with Mike on a number of other issues and he has always had helpful insight. I would recommend him as your legal counsel or as co-counsel."

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Brandon Fasse

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Justin Gawlik

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Neil Bhartia

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Caitlin Bearer

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Experience

Rating:  9.4 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Client Champion Platinum / 2025, Martindale-Hubbell®

2021

Gold Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell®

2021

Client Champion Award - PLATINUM, Martindale-Hubbell®

2020

Gold Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell®

2019

Silver Client Champion Award, Martindale-Hubbell®

2018

Preeminent 5.0/5.0 Client Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®

2017

Preeminent 5.0/5.0 Client Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell®

Work Experience

2020 - 2020

Covid-19 Contact Tracing, Department Of Health & Human Services

2019 - 2019

Defense Litigation, Conklin Benham, P.C. (Bingham Farms, MI)

2018 - 2018

Election Inspector, Primary Election (Bloomfield Twp, MI)

2018 - 2018

Election Inspector, General Election (Bloomfield Twp, MI)

2017 - 2018

Litigation Attorney, The Seva Law Firm (Troy, MI)

2016 - 2016

Insurance Defense Attorney, Moffett, Vitu, Lascoe, Packus & Sims (Birmingham, MI)

2015 - 2020

Consultant, Illuminus Consulting, LLC (Bloomfield Hills, MI)

2013 - 2014

In-House Counsel, The Hartford Insurance Co. Entertainment Program (Los Angeles, CA)

2012 - 2014

Litigation Attorney, West Corzine LLP (Los Angeles, CA)

2005 - 2025

Owner, Mauro Law Firm, PLLC

2004 - 2004

Judicial Extern for the Honorable Judge Robert Cleland, U.S. District Court, Eastern District of MI (Detroit, MI)

Associations

2017 - 2018

Michigan Association for Justice

Member

2012 - 2015

Ventura County Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2015

Los Angeles County Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2012

Beverly Hills Bar Association

Member

2005 - 2017

Oakland County Bar Association

Member

2005 - 2017

Macomb County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Successful Motion for Summary Disposition on Behalf of Defendant Factory

Case Against Client Dismissed

No-Fault Benefits Through Michigan Assigned Claims

$175,000.00

No Fault Arbitration

Arbitration Award

Health Problems from Mold

$120,000 Settlement

Nursing Neglect

$750,000 Settlement

Failure to Pay Commissions Properly

$70,000 Settlement

Whistleblower

Settlement

Permanent Disfigurement

$100,000 Settlement

No-Fault Benefits

Settlement

Negligence & Fraud

$42,000 Settlement

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Education

2004

University of California, Hastings College of the

JD - Juris Doctor

2001

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

BBA - Bachelor of Business Administration

1999

Albert-Ludwigs University of Freiburg (Germany)

Speaking Engagements

2014

Cine Gear Expo (Hollywood, CA)

Production Contracts in Hollywood

Languages

English

Activity

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