Marlo D. Bruch

Marlo D. Bruch

4.9
Rating: 8.9

Licensed for 19 years

Employment and labor Lawyer Practice Areas: Employment & Labor

About Marlo

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Employment and Labor 100%

Employment Law representing legal rights of employees including defense of breaches of non-competition agreements/contracts (doctor/CRNA/nurse practitioners etc. as well on a regular basis), trial, mediation, depositions and civil rights matters.

19 years

100%

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Licenses

Licensed in Michigan for 19 years

State: Michigan

Acquired: 2007

Active in Good Standing

Lawyer disciplined by state licensing authority in 2014

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Marlo D. Bruch's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

4.9 /5.0

29 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 6 reviews | Compassion

Posted by anonymous | December 29, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Contracts & Agreements

Recommend for professional contract review

Marlo has helped me with 2 contract reviews this year. Each contract, she spent time going through each detail and why it was important to consider. Her knowledge in professional contract review is very high and it's apparent immediately. She took the time to go over things I was uncertain of, and al...so things that I may consider asking for that were standard in my industry. She took the stress out of a stressful situation. Her fee was very reasonable; I feel I got the better end of the deal with how much time she spent on the material I sent her. I also appreciated how she was covid-careful and we were able to do everything via phone, etc (very convenient!). I have not hesitated to refer her to my fellow colleagues. I am thankful to have found such a fantastic attorney!

Posted by anonymous | February 24, 2018 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Would NOT recommend!

Marlo is cold, impersonal, communicates only via email, and let the strong case I had just slip away. She was NEVER available. Her office plays "games", and you see her only when you take in money. These previous "wonderful" reviews, do not depict ANY experience I EVER had with her. I look back now a...nd whatever she did do for me, is unclear. I moved on to pursue my legal matter with 2 attorney's that are FAR superior! Look around. Call and research before you hire any attorney. Marlo was NOT the attorney for me, I wish I had known that going in. It was a lot of time wasted, and complete waste of money and time.

Marlo Bruch

Replied last February 24, 2018

All of my clients are very valued. Goals/expectations of what can be accomplished in legal representation is outlined very clear at the beginning in my firm's fee agreement. When a client's goals/expectations change including scope of issues outside that representation, it can be difficult to meet those client expectations. It is important that a client meet with more than one attorney before legal representation to find the best fit for that client. Sometimes due to multiple legal issues, the client may need more than one attorney to accomplish those issues. I wish this past client well.

Posted by Jacqlyn | June 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship

Help with my mother

Marlo did a excellent job helping me get guardianship of my mother. She was very compassionate and really cared about my situation. she knew the law and was able to get me what I needed to be able to make medical decisions and take care of my mother before she passed. I would highly recommend her.

Posted by SS | April 27, 2015 | Sexual Harassment

Truly thorough and professional

I have an ongoing sexual harassment case, and I'm being represented by Mrs. Bruch. I couldn't be more satisfied with the professionalism she has shown throughout this process. I have been emotionally overwhelmed with the circumstances surrounding my case, however she has always been very empathetic. ...She has been detailed, thorough and made certain that I completely understand every step that has been taken. She handles everything in a timely and efficient manner, and quickly responds to me anytime I reach out to her. She has also been steadfast in helping me through appeals with the Unemployment Agency. I truly feel that she is on my side and looking out for my best interest. I am looking forward to wrapping this matter up very soon, and feel completely confident that with Mrs. Bruch, I will be well represented to the very end.

Posted by Therese | April 14, 2015 | Child Custody

Marlo Bruch was patient and understanding.

Marlo Bruch was patient and understanding during my child custody case. She was helpful in detailing all my options and helping me try to figure out what was best for my kids. She never made promises she couldn't keep, instead she would explain the potential outcomes from any decision we made. ... Marlo is very quick and responsive, if you need to talk to her she makes time to get back with you very quickly. She worked with my graveyard shift schedule, making time to see me later in the day so I could sleep first. Marlo is a great lawyer, she makes the law understandable and removes a lot of confusion by explaining things as you go. I would definitely recommend her for her commonsense approach and her compassion.

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Marlo D. Bruch's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ross Russell

Unknown lawyer | Jul 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Marlo Bruch has an excellent reputation in the legal community for skillful and effective advocacy. She is a top-notch attorney that delivers results. I endorse this lawyer."

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John Fisher

Elder law lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Intelligent and compassionate with superior communication skills."

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Jeff Gould

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Bruch is a caring, dedicated, highly regarded, and widely respected attorney. With Marlo as your advocate you are on the right path."

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Howard Lewis

Employment and labor lawyer | Jul 03

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Attorney Bruch is an outstanding attorney whom I highly recommend."

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Samuel Silverman

Social Security & Disability lawyer | May 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer.Attorney Bruch is a very well versed Disability and Employment Attorney who puts her client's interests first. Based on my contact with her, I can attest to the fact that she is a very professional hard working advocate for her clients. Though she has a great personality, This is a no-nonsense attorney who can get the job done."

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David Soble

Family lawyer | May 04

Relationship: Other

"Marlo is an excellent advocate who cares about her clients. I endorse this lawyer."

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James Giffels

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I would highly recommend Ms Bruch. She is a skilled and dedicated advocate for her clients."

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Karim Arzadi

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Ms. Bruch is an insightful commentator here at Avvo and a knowledgeable employment lawyer who has earned the respect of her peers."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Apr 21

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer for their dedication and commitment to clients."

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Jennifer Grahek

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer in not only Employment and Labor law, but in social security law and family law. She is a top-notch litigator. She is not intimidated by anyone or anything."

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David Ryan

Employment and labor lawyer | Apr 09

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I endorse attorney Bruch. I have seen first-hand her high quality legal work. She is very skilled particularly in depositions and court hearings as well as negotiating favorable severance agreements for employees. She truly cares about results for her clients."

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Ross Russell

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John Fisher

Unknown lawyer

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Jeff Gould

Unknown lawyer

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Howard Lewis

Unknown lawyer

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Samuel Silverman

Social Security & Disability lawyer

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David Soble

Unknown lawyer

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James Giffels

Personal injury lawyer

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Karim Arzadi

Car accident lawyer

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Jennifer Grahek

Appeals lawyer

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Judd Nemiro

Family lawyer

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David Ryan

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Experience

Rating:  8.9 (Excellent)

Professional misconduct

This lawyer was disciplined by a state licensing authority in 2014.

Reprimand issued in MI, 2014

updated on 10/19/2015

Reprimand means an attorney did something wrong but may still practice law. The State gives the lawyer a public reprimand in hopes that he or she will not repeat the behavior. Details of the infraction are made part of the public record.

Marlo’s comment:

“There was a conflict of interest between two clients (2010-2011). I did not withdraw from representation as quickly as I should have. I have a much more strict screening process for conflicts and new clients.”

Honors

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

Work Experience

2009 - Present

Attorney & Counselor at Law, Bruch Law Offices, PLLC

2007 - 2009

Of-Counsel (Attorney & Counselor at Law), Fixel Law Offices, PLLC

1998 - 2007

Client Account Coordinator, Dykema Gossett, PLLC

Associations

2020 - Present

Attorneys for Animals

Member

2009 - Present

Kalamazoo County Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

State Bar of Michigan

Member

2014 - 2019

Kalamazoo County Family Law Bar Association

Member

2013 - 2019

State Bar of Michigan, Character and Fitness Committee, District F

Member 2013 & 2017-2019

2011 - 2013

Federal Bar Association

Member

2011 - 2011

Michigan Association for Justice

Member

2011 - 2011

Super Lawyers

Rising Star

2010 - 2011

Labor and Employment Group of the Grand Rapids Bar Association

Vice Chair and Chair

2007 - 2013

American Bar Association

Member

2007 - 2013

Grand Rapids Bar Association

Member

2007 - 2013

National Employment Lawyers Association

Member

2007 - 2007

Board of Directors of Advent House Ministries

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Moon v. Michigan Reprod & IVF Center, PC

Found in the Plaintiff's Favor

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Education

2006

Michigan State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctorate

Speaking Engagements

2021

Legal Webinar for University of Michigan-Flint Nurse Anesthesia Program at 29th Annual Conference

Legal Webinar

2020

Miana.org Legal Webinar for Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists

Legal Webinar

Publications

2011

Michigan Lawyers Weekly No man, no baby? No way

Languages

English

Activity

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