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Biography
Lawrence E. Gursten’s legal career as one of the top car accident lawyers in the country spans more than 50 years. Larry started his career with the highest score on the Michigan Bar Exam. Initially, he joined the law firm that his father, Nat Gursten, had started. Later, Larry became a founding partner of Michigan Auto Law.
Larry is a committed and passionate advocate for people who have been seriously injured in car, truck and motorcycle accidents throughout Michigan.
Larry has been named among the Best Lawyers in America. He has been selected as a Michigan Super Lawyer. Larry is recognized as a Top 100 Trial Lawyer by the American Trial Lawyers Association. He is also named as one of Michigan’s top lawyers by DBusiness magazine. For the past 25 years, Larry has been selected as an AV-rated lawyer by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest lawyer rating available for legal ability and legal ethics. Larry is also an AVVO Top-Rated Lawyer with a Superb Attorney Rating.
With a strong belief that knowledge is power, Larry has lectured and moderated extensively at legal seminars and conventions, especially on the subjects of helping clients with traumatic brain, neck and back injury cases, and strategies for litigating automobile and truck accident cases.
Larry has been called as an expert to speak to the Michigan Legislature about issues involving Michigan car accident and Michigan’s auto No-Fault insurance law. He has also appeared on television and in print discussing auto insurance and No-Fault law.
Practice Areas
5
Practice Areas
Car Accident
35%
59 years
Trucking Accident
25%
Brain Injury
15%
Wrongful Death
15%
Fees and Rates
Cost
Awards
Licenses
Licensed in Michigan for 60 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1966
No misconduct found
Location
Michigan Auto Law
(888) 846-5512
Mobile
122 S Main Street, Suite 220, Ann Arbor, MI, 48104
michiganautolaw.com/Michigan Auto Law
(888) 846-5512
Mobile
42140 Van Dyke Avenue, Suite 170, Sterling Heights, MI, 48314
michiganautolaw.com/Michigan Auto Law
(888) 846-5512
Mobile
3347 W South Airport Road, Suite B, Traverse City, MI, 49684
michiganautolaw.com/Michigan Auto Law
(888) 846-5512
Mobile
2387 Linden Road, Suite 136, Flint, MI, 48532
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Online Presence
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Lawrence E. Gursten's Reviews
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Posted by Andi | April 25, 2018 | Hired Attorney
Best case scenario
Very helpful, understanding, sympathetic, and believed in my case when other lawyers didn't. Bobby Rait was able to get me to a settlement that I didn't think was possible. Thank you!
Lawrence E. Gursten's Lawyer Endorsements
"Lawrence Gursten is a true professional and dedicated advocate. He really cares about his clients and treats them like family."
"Larry Gursten is the best in the business. I have referred several clients to his office and they all have had outstanding results. There are none better for serious auto accident cases. I strongly endorse this lawyer."
"Larry is a gifted trial attorney with over 4 decades of experience helping auto accident victims. He shows such compassion for his clients, even calling them on weekends to discuss their case. I have gained valuable insight and advice from Larry over the years - he is truly tops in the business."
"Larry is highly regarded in the legal community. I've had the pleasure of working with him on a variety of matters including strategies for a few of my cases. He is completely dedicated to helping auto accident victims and protecting their rights."
Leonard Koltonow
Car accident lawyer
Experience
Honors
2021
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2021
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2020
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2020
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2020
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2019
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2019
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2018
Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers
2018
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2018
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2016
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2016
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2015
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2015
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2014
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2014
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2013
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Top 100 Trial Lawyers in America, American Trial Lawyers Association
2012
Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit, Dbusiness Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2012
Best Lawyers in Metro Detroit, DBusiness Magazine
2012
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Best Lawyers in Metro Detroit, Dbusiness Magazine
2011
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2011
Michigan Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Michigan Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2010
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2009
Best Lawyers in Metro Detroit, Dbusiness Magazine
2008
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2007
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2006
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
N/A
AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
N/A
Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell
Work Experience
1966 - Present
Partner, Michigan Auto Law
Associations
2018 - Present
American Association for JusticeMember, Traumatic Brain Injury Litigation Group
2008 - Present
American Association for JusticeSustaining Member
Michigan Association for Justice
Past Executive Board Member
Michigan Association for Justice
Past Chair, Auto Attorney Committee
Association of Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America
Past National Advisory Board Member
Sample of Legal Cases
Fini v. General Motors Corp., et al.
$4.2 Million Jury Verdict
Hayden v. Highland Transport
$950,000 Settlement
Butler v. Anchors Unlimited
$1.4 Million Settlement
Education
1966
Wayne State University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor
N/A
Wayne State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
N/A
No Fault Extravaganza Seminar
Moderator & Speaker - No Fault Extravaganza Seminar
N/A
Michigan Legislature
Michigan No-Fault Law - expert speaker
N/A
MAJ seminar
Meeting Michigan's Auto Law Threshold
N/A
MAJ Seminar
The Science of Auto Accident Case Evaluation and Mediation in Michigan
N/A
How to Handle Automobile Accidents
Speaker - How to Handle Automobile Accidents
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Guides