Michigan's Business Lawyers

A Limitless
Future

We are lawyers for the business owners and entrepreneurs who make our country work. Maxwell Dunn's nationally recognized team of Detroit and Southeast Michigan attorneys are passionate about your future. Our question is simple: how can we bring value to you and your business?

68+
High-growth businesses served
1,825
Families protected
$183M+
Assets protected in metro-Detroit
4.8
Rated across 76 Google reviews

How We Help

Counsel for every stage of your business

Business Advisory

We advise businesses on the legal impact of day-to-day decision making and help you prepare and plan for a bright, prosperous future.

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Shareholder & Business Litigation

Business disputes can spiral out of control quickly. Let us help you resolve them before they become more costly than you can imagine.

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Business Planning & Protection

With decades of experience, our nationally recognized attorneys have protected millions of dollars of assets and tens of millions in debt.

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Progressive Thinking. Proven Expertise.

Michigan's business lawyers

As community and legal leaders in Southeast Michigan and beyond, our nationally recognized team of Detroit and metro-Detroit based lawyers and business advisors is committed to serving individuals, families, and businesses across the state — providing outstanding legal advocacy and counseling while maintaining the highest degree of integrity and professionalism.

Whether you need to grow or restructure your business, assets, or investments, a Maxwell Dunn lawyer is here to help. Contact us today to learn how our business and legal expertise can help you, your business, and your family thrive.

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Recognized By

Super LawyersAVVONational Association of Distinguished CounselCrain's Detroit BusinessDetroit Legal NewsAmerican Bankruptcy Law InstituteMartindale-Hubbell “AV” Rated

Practice Spotlight

Business bankruptcy & debt solutions

Our nationally recognized business bankruptcy practice is dedicated to finding real bankruptcy and debt solutions for your business. We treat each case as though it were our own business at stake — always keeping your unique goals in mind.

Whether you're facing foreclosure, garnishment, or corporate bankruptcy, we'll help you handle whatever situation arises and protect your business, your home, your assets, and your future.

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Chapter 7, 11 & 13 representation
Corporate reorganization & turnaround
Bankruptcy alternatives: workouts & receiverships
Creditor & debtor representation

Our Team

Trusted advisors & advocates

Ethan Dunn, Managing Partner at Maxwell Dunn, PLC

Managing Partner

Ethan Dunn

Ethan is the managing partner of Maxwell Dunn Law. He has successfully turned around several small businesses and assisted hundreds of individuals in

Lead Attorney, Business Advisory Practice

Kim Clayson

Kim leads the firm's Business Advisory Practice. She works with owners to set a monthly legal budget that fits the business and positions it for growt

Founding Partner, Emeritus

Brenda J. Maxwell

Brenda has practiced law for more than 30 years and is licensed in Michigan and Washington D.C. Her practice areas include probate and estate planning

4.8★ across 76 Google reviews

What our clients say

★★★★★

I had a fantastic experience with Ethan Dunn! He was prompt, organized, and thoroughly addressed all my questions. I left feeling much more informed. Highly recommend his services for anyone seeking expert legal advice!

Airlene Gross

★★★★★

Great firm! The group of professionals — from the receptionist to the attorney — made me feel at ease from the beginning to the end of my case! I recommend Maxwell Dunn Law firm. A big thank you for a job well done!

Eleanor Lawton

★★★★★

They are very helpful and nice. They work with you every step of the way. And if you don't have the money to pay up front, they have a system that helps rebuild your credit and ease the burden on you financially. Very happy we went with them.

Denise Chalupka

★★★★★

Awesome law firm! From the beginning to the end of our case, their process was so quick and efficient. They kept me posted with every detail of my case and we had an awesome outcome. I would highly recommend them to anyone.

Gala Hogan

★★★★★

Based off just a couple of minutes with Ethan you'll realize this is the firm you want to deal with. Knowledgeable and loaded with information.

ThePower Team

★★★★★

Very friendly, professional and helpful. They work with you through your whole process and get the job done fast and efficiently! I would recommend them 💯% to anyone! I already have!

Rose Marino

Free Resources

Intelligence to help you and your business

We believe in empowering you to make educated decisions. Explore our free resources — video advice, a business-law blog, audio, and a monthly newsletter — built to help you plan and reach your long-term goals.

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Let's talk about your business.

Whether you need to grow, restructure, or protect what you've built, a Maxwell Dunn attorney is ready to help. Schedule your consultation today.

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