Chris is a highly skilled trial lawyer who is fiercely devoted to his clients’ best interests. Since 1993, he has been focusing his practice on automobile accident injury and No-Fault cases. Chris is widely respected among the plaintiff and defense bar for his many trials. He has tried nearly 50 cases to verdict. Many of Chris’ trial jury verdicts have been chosen for publication in Michigan Lawyers Weekly and the Michigan Trial Reporter. Excellent trial results allow Chris to achieve faster and bigger settlements for his clients than the many lawyers who the insurance companies know will not take a case to trial.
In addition, Chris has extensive appellate experience, and he has successfully argued cases in front of the Michigan and Ohio Court of Appeals.
When I first got injured in my accident, I got online in search of an attorney. I wanted to do my own research and find my own representation. I didn’t want to fall into the hype of commercials that I see every day on television. Me finding Michigan Auto Law was one of the best things I could have done for myself. I was seriously injured and have had multiple surgeries. If I had not found Michigan Auto Law, I don’t know where I would be. I could not have asked for a better attorney in Chris Hunter. He was in my corner the minute I started to work with him. Chris Is stellar and exactly what I imagine an attorney should be when you hire one. I am so thankful for him.
Speaker, “Trying and Winning Difficult Cases”; Michigan Association for Justices’ No-Fault Institute XIX; Novi, MI; October 14, 2022
Speaker, “Navigating the New No-Fault Law Changes”; Rotary Club of West Bloomfield; West Bloomfield, MI; September 2020
Speaker, “12 Cases I Should Have Lost: A Non-Emotional Approach to Trial”; Michigan Association for Justice, No-Fault Seminar; Dearborn, MI; May 2017
Speaker, “Panel Discussion on Trial Verdicts”; Michigan Association for Justice, Annual Meeting; Detroit, MI; September 2015
Memberships and Affiliations
Member of the Michigan Association for Justice
Honors
Chris has been selected by his peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers™ in America for 2024. This honor is limited to the top 5 percent of all attorneys in America. He has also been selected to the Michigan Super Lawyers list for 2023. Super Lawyers is a listing of outstanding lawyers who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement and is limited to the top 5% of Michigan attorneys.
Chris has been named to DBusiness Magazine’s list of Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit for 2022 and 2023.
Professional Licenses
State Bar of Michigan
State Bar of Ohio
Legal Experience
Chris joined Michigan Auto Law from the law firm of Bauer and Hunter, where he was a founding member and managing partner. He tried a multitude of civil cases in courts around the state including landlord-tenant, auto theft, commercial and personal property damage, insurance fraud, bodily injury and automobile No-Fault, as well as, dog bite and slip & fall cases.
Notable Cases
$2 Million Confidential Truck Accident Settlement ($1 million over policy limits)
$1.5 Million Wrongful Death Car-Pedestrian Accident Verdict on a defense offer of $50,000
$1.3 Million Wayne County Truck Accident Verdict on a defense offer of $100,000
Client Testimonials
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Apr 2, 2024, Jeremy Parrinello
Short story - Best Lawyers in Michigan. Long Story- My family suffered from the death of our mother in an Auto Accident. The remainder of the family was my brother, sister and I. Initially, I was brought in by Gursten himself and was listened to intently. Shortly after my case was taken, I was met with Jordan Barkey and Christopher Hunter. Now.. I like to consider myself as an intellectual but these two men put me to shame. I have worked with them side by side for years and at the end of every conversation I walked away impressed and CONFIDENT that our case was in the right hands. These two KNOW the answers and these two will defend you and your case adamantly. These two found angles, applied case law and MCL'S I didn't know existed (I'm a Police Officer myself) and did everything the CORRECT way. These two (the firm as a whole) care. From even being greeted at the desk by the receptionist, I have never been challenged with a smirk, a grunt or an eye roll. It's handshakes and complimentary coffee. There have been times I was worried but they have called directly from their home, their personal free time, to speak with me and ensure we were on the right track. I'm mature enough to understand that this is a business, but never once did it feel like "just business." These ladies and gentlemen are invested and as happy as my family is that our case ended in success, I'm sad that our journey has ended. I could write a novel about Michigan Auto Law and my two new life long friends, Chris and Jordan. With that being said, don't waste any time contemplating who is best for your case. It's here.
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Apr 1, 2024, Matthew Kwapis
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Mar 29, 2024, T ROB313
So late so sorry. First I would like to thank Michigan auto law as a whole, love the experience. I would truly like to thank Mr. Chris Hunter for all his hard work and due diligence working on my case. It was a couple of times that I wish Chris would have been more attentive, and answer my calls. But truth be told I didn't truly understand the magnitude of his case load. But I will say he has one hell of assistance Ms. Paris Muhammad!!! From start to finish, if Chris was In trial Ms Muhammad answer the phone (if she wasn't busy) and if she was she would call right back to answer any and all my questions, which made this experience alot more bearable. Also she was very attentive to details and always so nice and pleasant to speak with. Don't know what she getting paid but give her a raise 😁. Now once we reached the point where offers are made I wouldn't want to have anyone else in my corner. I explain to Chris. H what I was trying to get back, and he kept it all the way real with me about my expectations. Let's just say not only did I win but I got more than what I was expecting. I got the boost that I needed in life and was able to start securing my kids future and have some fun and put the rest away. I will leave you guys with this. When going through a situation like this you have to remain patient and understanding. I know easier said then done, but what I learned with my lawyer Chris Hunter he will always advise you for what's in your best interests, and he's a bulldog when it comes to negotiating. And he won't stop until he reaches your goal. So Chris me and my family truly and sincerely thank you for all the work, and time you put in to get us a win I wouldn't go with no other company. Michigan auto law yall are 💯 in my book thanks!!
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Mar 5, 2024, Tiffany Hall
My attorney was patient and explained every step of this process. I appreciate that he was always willing to answer my questions. Christopher communication was top tier. My experience with this law firm was stress free.
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Mar 4, 2024, Antonio Johnson
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Feb 24, 2024, Sean Zhang
Had an auto accident in Michigan? Michigan Auto Law is *the* law firm you can trust to get the best legal services! I was lucky to have Attorney Chris Hunter as my legal representative in the past more the two years to help me with my case. His expertise played a critical role in the satisfactory settlement of the case. In addition, or maybe because of his expertise in the field, he was able to take the pressure and sometimes anxiety from the client, so I did not worry about the case in the long process. In the meantime, he always kept me updated, when I needed to know, with the progress of the case. Anyway, I hope it will never happen but just in case it unfortunately has happened, I strongly recommend Michigan Auto Law if you need a legal service for your case, and I wish you could have Chris Hunter as your attorney as well! -Xiangmin Zhang
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Feb 20, 2024, Greg Kosmatka
I was fortunate to have Chris Hunter as my attorney. No matter what the issue it was always addressed and the ultimate goal of a positive settlement even though it took much longer than I had anticipated was finally settled. We unfortunately had a Judge who believed that the blindfolded woman who stood as a symbol of balance and fairness didn't exist in his courtroom. We still prevailed. He worked tirelessly on my behalf and I thank him for his counsel. Thank YOU!!!
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Feb 1, 2024, Avanda Weathington
I have so much to say about Michigan Auto Law. Where do I start? For one the office is beautiful and who doesn’t want to be represented by someone that represents themselves well. Christopher Hunter is a very good lawyer. He has the best patience that a client could ask for. I know I did a review 3 yrs ago but I’m back cause I needed his assistance again. The quality of his work has not changed. I can call him and he responds promptly. He will not dodge you. But most importantly he has empathy for his clients. Like a friend. I enjoyed our time together, he’s very funny which helps. Who doesn’t want to laugh especially when you really want to cry! I will never forget him and his services..❤️ Thanks!!!!!
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Jan 30, 2024, Julia B
Christopher Hunter and his team were amazing! If I could give them 10 stars, I would. I was so fortunate to have Chris as my attorney. He was a true professional and a class act. He was so sincere and I could tell he really cared. He always made himself available to answer my questions and address my concerns. Chris worked hard and always kept me informed. He was honest and direct, and he told it like it was. He was a calming force throughout this entire process. I would highly recommend Michigan Auto Law.
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Jan 13, 2024, Joy L
The one person I was extremely impressed with was Chris Hunter. I felt he was genuine and throughly did the utmost job trying to get me the maximum results for my case. He was friendly and my husband and I felt very comfortable with him. We had a lot of confidence in Chris and would give him a Five Star PLUS rating. We would highly recommend Chris Hunter!
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Dec 29, 2023, Cynthia Fitch
I can't speak highly enough about Michigan Auto Law and my experience with Christopher Hunter and his team (including Jordan Barkey, Eileen Kelly, and LaTrice Watson). Chris fought endless battles with iniquitous insurance companies and opposing lawyers lacking moral turpitude. Jordan was very supportive when Chris was handling court matters. And Eileen and LaTrice were always available to answer questions and keep me on track with appointments and court filings. This is a well-tuned orchestra that you can trust with all your legal matters. Chris is not only a great lawyer who knows how the auto insurance game is played on BOTH sides, but he is an empathic person, who really cares about his client's life even after a verdict is rendered. Chris is also a highly ethical person that I'm proud to call a friend. He gives advice but never imposes his opinion on his clients. He explained every aspect of the process of the lawsuit, step by step. He answered every question that I had. He was always available to me by phone, email and text. You can't go wrong with Chris Hunter and Michigan Auto Law.
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Dec 19, 2023, Dylan Siegal
Chris Hunter, an exceptional attorney, embodies attentiveness and expertise. His dedication to understanding my case was evident from the start, ensuring every detail was considered. His positive attitude and unwavering support instilled confidence during a challenging legal process. With his guidance, I achieved a favorable outcome, thanks to his sharp legal acumen and commitment to my case. I highly recommend Chris Hunter for anyone seeking a knowledgeable attorney.
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Dec 18, 2023, Steven Wireman
This company knows what they are doing. I can not speak highly enough about this organization!
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Dec 14, 2023, kristine waltz
Christopher Hunter is amazing… would recommend to anyone!!! Absolutely awesome!
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Nov 28, 2023, Kara Caudill
My lawyer was very helpful and understanding. He responded fairly quickly to my messages and took the time to explain the things I didn't understand.
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Nov 16, 2023, Matthew Oman
A friend of mine referred me to Michigan Auto Law after my crash. From start to finish my attorney Chris Hunter has been nothing short of amazing. Any time I had questions or concerns, someone was always available for me. Chris made this whole entire process seamless for me and I will always be grateful for that.
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Nov 8, 2023, Phillip Long
Right from the very beginning when I called Michigan Auto Law, I knew that I had made the best decision on choosing them. This whole process was made smooth the whole entire way from start to finish. The whole experience was just stellar over all with my attorney Chris Hunter and the staff at Michigan Auto Law. I am sure that any case that Chris takes on, current, and future, his clients will be extremely happy with him just as I am.
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Oct 10, 2023, Kameasha Taylor
Michigan Auto Law was very awesome in getting me a settlement that I never expected to get from my auto accident! I want to thank Christopher Hunter very much for all of the hard work and help he has done and every one else at the firm. Every one was very nice and professional.
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Sep 14, 2023, Barry Green
Chris was very supportive. He kept me informed throughout the process and made me feel very comfortable. Winning a higher settlement than was offered was great.
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Sep 7, 2023, Brian H.
I had never been in an accident before, so I did not know what to expect. My attorney Chris made the process so easy for me. He guided me through a terrible time in my life. The experience was seamless. Please call Michigan Auto Law if you are ever in a crash. They will take great care of you.
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Aug 12, 2023, Kyle Shea
Great to work with. Made the process easy. Friendly staff and very attentive. Chris ,Jordan and the rest of the staff were awesome !
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Aug 8, 2023, Shannon P
Chris Hunter and his team are truly wonderful! Highly recommend Michigan Auto Law!
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Aug 4, 2023, Sean Staley
Chris, Jordan, and Eileen were very helpful through one of the hardest periods in our lives. They worked night and day to achieve a positive result for us. They were always available through out the process to answer questions and help us deal with anything and everything over the last four years. I wish we could have come to know them under different circumstances but our family is grateful for all they have done to help us.
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Aug 3, 2023, Tanisha Rogers
I found Michigan Auto online and decided to give them a call. I had a feeling from the first call, I knew I wanted this firm to handle my case. My attorney Chris was very prompt and made sure to always be there for me when I needed him. I don’t plan on being in another accident, but if I am, I will come right back to Chris Hunter at Michigan Auto Law.
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Aug 3, 2023, Kelly Howard
Chris and his team did an excellent job for me. Unfortunately, after my auto accident, I had three surgeries. The staff at Michigan Auto Law were very attentive, caring, and compassionate. I mean, Chris made this process totally seamless for me considering the situation I was in. My wife and I will be eternally grateful to Chris and his team.
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Aug 3, 2023, Darin Wesley
My attorney Chris was phenominal. He is caring and compassionate. Chris handled my case very well and did everything for me that he said he would do. I am very pleased.
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Aug 3, 2023, Albert Fox
When I had an accident, a friend recommended me to come to Michigan Auto Law. My attorney Chris really worked hard for my case. He was always there and made me a priority. The entire staff was extremely helpful at all times. I have already recommended Michigan Auto Law to friends and family and will continue to do so.
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Jul 24, 2023, Dustin Baughman
I had the pleasure of working with Chris Hunter. Michigan Auto Law always assured me I was going to be taken care of and that I was. Chris and MAL always communicated and blew my expectation away when it was time to get compensated for my accident. Best in the business.
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Jul 20, 2023, Ashley DiFonzo
My attorney Chris never wavered frim what was best for me. From the very beginning, he never allowed me to feel like he was out to get something that I was not entitled to. He always answered my calls, no matter how ridiculous they were, answered my questions, and went out of his way to make sure I understood everything from start to finish. I consider myself beyond lucky to have had him as my representation, and I would recommend him, hands down to any other person who was in my situation.
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Jun 20, 2023, Jenea Copeland
My experience with Michigan Auto Law was truly exceptional. Mr. Christopher Hunter, my lawyer, was always prompt and thorough in addressing any questions or concerns I had. Even during his busy schedule, he would inform me if he was in a meeting and would promptly respond afterward. The ladies at the front desk consistently greeted me with warm smiles, creating a welcoming atmosphere. I have complete confidence in my decision to entrust them with handling my case, and I couldn't be more satisfied.
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