Overview
Michael Mixer is an attorney in the firm’s Livonia, Michigan office with extensive experience in appellate practice and trial-level research and writing across a broad range of matters. His practice includes significant work in employment law, civil rights litigation, and general civil litigation, where he provides strategic analysis, persuasive motion practice, thorough legal briefing, and effective litigation support in complex and high-stakes disputes.
With a strong foundation in legal research and written advocacy, Michael assists clients and trial counsel in developing effective litigation strategies, preserving issues for appeal, preparing dispositive motions, and presenting clear, well-supported arguments before Michigan state and federal courts. His appellate experience, depth of procedural knowledge, and ability to distill complex legal issues into compelling briefs make him a valuable resource in matters requiring careful legal analysis and precision.
Michael’s practice is particularly valuable in cases involving appeals, summary judgment motions, employment disputes, constitutional and civil rights claims, and other challenging litigation matters requiring strategic written advocacy.
Michael earned his Bachelor of Arts from Michigan State University in 1975 and received his Juris Doctor, cum laude, from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 1989.
Practice Groups
Appeals and LitigationCivil Rights LitigationEmployment and Labor LawGeneral Civil LitigationEducation
Michigan State University, B.A., 1975
Thomas M. Cooley Law School, J.D. cum laude, 1989
Jurisdiction and Court Admissions
All Michigan Trial Courts and Michigan Appellate Courts
United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
Practice Groups
Appeals and Litigation Civil Rights Litigation Employment and Labor Law General Civil LitigationEducation
Michigan State University, B.A., 1975
Thomas M. Cooley Law School, J.D. cum laude, 1989