Leonard M. Koltonow

Leonard M. Koltonow

5.0
Rating: 9.9

Licensed for 53 years

Car accident Lawyer Practice Areas: Car Accidents, Trucking Accident

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$0 first 120 minutes


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Licensed in Michigan for 53 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 1972

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Leonard M. Koltonow's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

8 Client Reviews

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Posted by Joe | April 1, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Lenny felt like a father figure to me, not a lawyer

A semi truck rear-ended my vehicle when I was sitting at a left turn lane. I called Michigan Auto Law and spoke to Jeff Bussell. He told me what was going to happen, what my legal rights were and it was my decision with whether I was going to pursue the case. After I had evaluations from my doctors, ...who discovered I had herniated discs in my neck and back, I decided I wanted to pursue a lawsuit. After a few months, Mr. Koltonow took over the case. He and his team were very courteous and kind, and answered multiple questions. He's been there through the whole process for me, assuring me that he would get some good results, and he did. He got real good results. All of the secretaries and staff were kind and prompt. Everytime I called Lenny or e-mailed him, he would get back with me within less than an hour. He always gave me updates. He asked me how my life in general was going. He sounded more like a friend than a lawyer, because he was concerned how my life was going. I wasn't just a dollar sign to him. He actually felt like a father figure, because he gave me guidance and really cared about me. I recommend Mr. Koltonow fully because the experience with my case was very good. I'm happy with the results and all in all, Mr. Koltonow is an outstanding lawyer. He really does care about his clients. Even after the case is over, he wanted me to go to a money manager to manage my settlement, so when I retire, I have something to fall back on since my injuries may prevent me from working in my old career.

Posted by Larry | January 15, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Excellent experience

I was injured and I wanted to make sure I was compensated for my injuries. I knew to call Michigan Auto Law because they handled my mom's case and my wife's case several years back and they have been doing auto law for 50 years. As I expected it was an excellent experience. I had Lenny Koltonow repre...senting me. He was always professional and courteous. He and his staff returned every call and answered every question. I would recommend to anybody who's been injured in an automobile accident to call Michigan Auto Law. I'm very pleased with the outcome of my case. I would like to personally thank Mr. Koltonow for everything he did for me.

Posted by Christopher | December 22, 2015 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Lenny represented me against the City of Detroit and got me a great settlement - despite the city bankruptcy

Lenny is a stand up guy. He’s been there through this whole thing consistently. I was on a city of Detroit bus that was in an accident. Anytime I called, he was always there to pick up. I felt like more like family to Lenny than his client. He got us a great settlement even when the city of Detroit w...as going through their bankruptcy. He knew everything about my case and the law. I was confident in his ability to represent me. We had a deposition one time from the city. We sat down with their party and he really held it down for me. I will definitely recommend Lenny for any case.

Posted by Rosalind | June 26, 2015

If it weren't for my lawyer Lenny Koltonow, my husband and I would have lost everything.

Recovering from my car accident has been a hard process. If it weren't for my lawyer Lenny Koltonow, my husband and I would have lost everything. I call on him like he's an uncle. A lot times we would be short money because of being on one income with me being out of work, Lenny would get us through.... Lenny also helped work through complicated issues with my case involving workmans comp, unemployment and the no fault law. He got us a pain and suffering settlement that will help us put our lives back together after my car accident injury. He was great. If a person has to go through something like this, I will recommend Lenny because he will fight. He fought for me and now I can start to get my life back on track.

Posted by Muriel | April 2, 2015

Lenny is like an old friend I've known for years and he got me results

I was recommended to Mr. Koltonow when I was in a car accident back in the 80s. He helped me immensely back then. Recently, I was in another accident and it was much worse. I didn't hesitate to call Mr. Koltonow again because I knew he's so wonderful and has gotten me results. He litigated my case to... completion and got me an extremely satisfying settlement, especially considering I had a complicated case. Throughout the process, I really enjoyed dealing with Mr. Koltonow. He's like an old friend I've known for years. He and his secretary Gayle always made me feel comfortable. I wouldn't hesitate to call them again and I've already referred a friend who was in a car accident to Mr. Koltonow. I know he's still here for whatever I need, even though my case is over.

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Leonard M. Koltonow's Lawyer Endorsements

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Lawrence Gursten

Car accident lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Co-worker

"I have worked with Lenny for close to 35 years on personal injury cases. He is a true professional and brilliant litigator. His expertise is unmatched and his compassion for his clients is never ending. I strongly endorse this lawyer"

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Steven Gursten

Car accident lawyer | Jan 28

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have been fortunate enough to have been mentored by Lenny, who has widely been considered one of the 10 best trial lawyers in Michigan for the last 30 years. I’ve worked with Lenny and tried cases with him. He is a true fighter for his clients rights. Yes, he has secured millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements and yes, he is well known and respected in and out of the courtroom, but see and read what his own clients say about him…they truly adore him because he cares, he returns every phone call, and he gets very involved in every aspect of their case to make sure things go right. He is what trial lawyers should be."

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Alex Berman

Car accident lawyer | Jan 25

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Lenny is a seasoned trial lawyer with an amazing reputation in the legal community. I have had the pleasure of working with him on a case and he strives to protect his clients' rights to get them what they are entitled to."

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Experience

Rating:  9.9 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2019

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2019

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2018

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2016

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2015

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2015

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2014

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2014

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2013

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2013

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2012

AV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

2012

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2012

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2012

Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers, Martindale-Hubbell

2011

Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America

2011

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2010

Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit, DBusiness

Work Experience

1977 - Present

Partner, Michigan Auto Law

Associations

Michigan Association for Justice

Former Executive Committee Member

Michigan Association for Justice

Member

American Association for Justice

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Monroe County truck accident

$1.1 million settlement

Macomb County car/garbage truck collision

$1.9 million settlement

Bay County Car Accident

$2 Million Settlement

Sand v. Towles Transport, Inc., et al.

$1.45 million jury verdict

Wayne County Car Accident

$1.5 million settlement

Wayne County Car Accident

$2 million arbitration award

Oakland County Auto Accident

$4.25 million jury verdict

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Education

1971

University of Detroit Mercy School of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

1966

Michigan State University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Languages

English

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