Miller Canfield
Detroit,
Michigan
Lawrence T. García is a member of the firm's Employment and Labor Group. Mr. García has represented businesses and owners in a wide array of disputes and investigations. He has defended employers against discrimination, retaliation, and harassment claims, and he has counseled corporate clients navigating administrative charges, collective bargaining and regulation. Mr. García is proud to have represented family-owned businesses founded in Detroit as well as Fortune 500 companies and foreign corporations. He is the former chief legal officer for the City of Detroit, appointed Detroit's City Attorney by Mayor Mike Duggan in 2018. Mr. García served the city for four years by overseeing more than 120 professionals in the delivery of all legal services, ranging from litigation, legislative policy, contracts and economic development to code enforcement, appeals and FOIA productions. He led Detroit's Law Department through challenges imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic and the controversy following Detroit's 2020 election. In recognition of his work, Mr. García received a testimonial resolution from Detroit City Council in 2022, shortly after he joined the firm. His interest in public affairs and the operation of local government continues to influence his work and advocacy outside of work. Mr. García is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates and a former president of the Hispanic Bar Association of Michigan.
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