Edward D. Plato
The Plato Law Firm, PLLC • Farmington Hills, MI
Construction DevelopmentEmployment LawPersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
eplato@platolawfirm.com
Phone
(313) 351-0178
Address
30500 Northwestern Hwy, Farmington Hills, MI, 48334, US
Professional
About
Edward D. Plato is a seasoned attorney based in Farmington Hills, MI, with over 35 years of extensive experience in both state and federal courts. As the founding partner of The Plato Law Firm, PLLC, he has established a robust practice focusing on Employment Law and Personal Injury. His legal acumen has earned him admission to all Michigan trial courts, the Michigan Court of Appeals, and the Michigan Supreme Court, as well as the United States District Courts in Michigan and the U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. Mr. Plato has consistently been recognized for his legal excellence, having been named a Michigan "Super Lawyer" for 15 consecutive years by Law & Politics and Thomson Reuters. He has also been honored as a Top Lawyer by his peers in DBusiness Magazine and Crain’s Detroit Business from 2012 to 2020, specifically in municipal law, construction law, and personal injury defense. His inclusion in the prestigious Best Lawyers in America for nine consecutive years further underscores his commitment to the highest standards of legal practice. In addition to his individual accolades, Mr. Plato holds an "AV" rating from Martindale-Hubbell, the highest distinction for both legal ability and ethical standards. He is actively involved in professional organizations, including the Litigation, Negligence, Public Corporation, and Employment Sections of the State Bar of Michigan. He is also a member of the Michigan Association of Municipal Attorneys, the Michigan Municipal League, and the Michigan Townships Association. As a recognized thought leader, Edward D. Plato frequently shares his insights as a speaker at annual conventions for the Michigan Municipal League and the Michigan Association of Municipal Attorneys, as well as for the State Bar Public Corporation Section and the Institute for Continuing Legal Education. His extensive background and accolades make him a trusted advocate in the fields of employment law and personal injury.
About Construction Development Law
Construction attorneys handle legal matters in the building industry including contracts, disputes, liens, and regulatory compliance. Common matters include construction contracts, mechanic's liens, defect claims, delay disputes.
Credentials
Education
1978 Michigan State University College of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1975 Central Michigan University BS - Bachelor of Science
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2013 Top Lawyer, DBusiness & Hour Magazine 2013 Michigan Super lawyer, Thompson Reuters 2012 Top Lawyer, DBusiness & Hour Magazine 2012 Michigan Super Lawyers, Thomson Reuters 2012 Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers in America
Publications
2010 Michigan Public Corporation Quarterly Sidewalk Liability - Tripped by the 2 inch Rule
Associations
2008 - Present Angels' Place Board of Directors 2006 - Present Oak Pointe Church Member 2000 - Present Southeast Michigan Council of Governments Member 1998 - Present Oakland County Bar Association Member 1998 - Present The Michigan Association of Municipal Attorneys Member
Speaking
2012 Hot Topics in Municipal Law Liability of Public Officers and employees 2011 State Bar of Michigan, Public Corporation Winter Seminar Governmental Immunity - Litigation and Legislation Update 2011 Oakland County Bar Association Luncheon Proposed amendments to the Governmental Tort Liability Act 2009 Michigan Municipal League Annual Convention Municipal Concerns 2008 Michigan Municipal League Annual Convention Public Utilities
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Updated: Jun 09, 2026