Robert J. Lantzy-Michigan Personal Injury Trial Lawyer
Trial AttorneyAward-Winning Trial Lawyer Handling Serious Injury & Wrongful Death Cases Across Michigan
When serious injuries happen, experience in the courtroom matters. Robert J. Lantzy is a highly respected Michigan personal injury trial attorney known for securing multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements and aggressively fighting for injury victims across the state. He is an experienced trial attorney and concentrates his practice in many areas of civil litigation, including truck accidents, motorcycle accidents, motor vehicle accidents, dog attacks, lead paint exposure and child lead poisoning, mold exposure and cases involving other general environmental contamination.
At The Buckfire Law Firm, Robert focuses on high-stakes injury and wrongful death litigation, delivering results for clients facing life-altering injuries caused by negligence.
Why Clients Choose Robert Lantzy
Proven Trial Lawyer with significant jury verdicts and settlements
- Former Insurance Defense Attorney who knows how insurers think
- Super Lawyers Honoree (2012–Present)
- “Go To Lawyer” for Negligence Law (Michigan Lawyers Weekly)
- Best Lawyers
- Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum Member
- Recognized by Best Lawyers & U.S. News
Robert combines elite trial strategy + deep insurance insight to maximize case value.
Practice Areas – High-Value Injury Litigation
Robert Lantzy focuses on serious and catastrophic injury cases, including:
Motor Vehicle & Transportation Cases
- Michigan car accidents
- Truck accidents & commercial vehicle crashes
- Motorcycle accidents
- Pedestrian & bicycle accidents
Catastrophic Injury & Wrongful Death
- Wrongful death lawsuits
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
- Spinal cord injuries & paralysis
- Severe orthopedic injuries
Sex Assault
- Class action sex assault lawsuits
- Clergy abuse lawsuits
- Doctor and medical sex assault
- Coach sex abuse cases
- Teacher sexual assaults
Negligence & Premises Liability
- Slip and fall / dangerous property conditions
- Dog bites & attacks
- General negligence claims
Environmental & Toxic Exposure
- Lead paint poisoning & child lead exposure
- Mold exposure
- Carbon monoxide poisoning
Robert’s practice is 100% focused on civil litigation, handling complex, high-damage cases from filing through trial.
Trial Approach: Built to Win
Robert has developed a successful track record of significant trial verdicts. He is well-received by juries due to his detailed trial preparation and his presentation which provides jurors with great insight into his integrity and his compassion for helping his injured clients. He is known for:
- Meticulous case preparation
- Clear, compelling storytelling for juries
- Relentless advocacy for injured clients
Jurors respond to his credibility, integrity, and ability to simplify complex cases.
Robert Lantzy is a graduate of Central Michigan University and graduated cum laude from the Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University in 1997. He is a member of the American Bar Association, the Michigan Association for Justice, and the Macomb County Bar Association.
Robert has been a featured speaker for Mothers Against Drunk Driving, hospital case managers, city and county health departments and motorcycle advocate organizations.
Call (888) 797-8787 for a free case review and speak to Robert J. Lantzy about your case today. Or e-mail Robert@Buckfirelaw.com
Notable Settlements & Verdicts
- Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University, Detroit, Michigan, 1997
Honors: Cum Laude - Central Michigan University, 1994
- Michigan
- Ohio
- U.S. District Court For Eastern District of Michigan
- U.S. Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals
- Macomb County Bar Association
- Macomb County Probate Bar Association
- Earned “Excellent” Rating by AVVO, the top Internet Lawyer Rating Service
- Top AV Peer Rating for Skill & Integrity by Martindale-Hubbell
- Selected as a “Super Lawyer” 2012-2025
- Named Best Lawyer by U.S. News & World Report
- Named Best Personal Injury Lawyer by Lawyers of Distinction
- Named “Best Lawyers in America” for Personal Injury Litigation
- Named “Best Lawyers in America” for Medical Malpractice Law
- Named “Best Lawyers in America” for Product Liability Litigation
- Named “Go To Lawyer” by Michigan Lawyers Weekly for Negligence Law in 2024-2025
- Member of the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- Member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum
- Ohio Department of Health on child lead poisoning issues
- Michigan Case Managers Conference, “Preparing For Your Deposition”
- Mothers Against Drunk Driving Victim Impact Panel
- Mothers Against Drunk Driving Law Enforcement Awards
- Oakland County Legal News: Getting To Know Robert Lantzy
Robert is married and has two children. When not litigating cases, Robert enjoys spending free time with his family and friends. Robert is an avid golfer and runner. He enjoys, and participates in, many summer and winter sports. Robert enjoys literature and music of all genres. He is active in his community and supports many charitable organizations. His support of the Spinal Cord Society is very special to him. Robert’s close friend has been a quadriplegic since 1984 following a diving accident. He and his friend remain vigilant about finding a cure for spinal cord injuries.
Robert has also been active in Macomb County Sports but most significantly with Eisenhower High School Football where his father was the head coach for more than 40 years. Eisenhower football has been one of the most successful high school football programs in the State of Michigan. Robert’s father led the Eisenhower Eagles to 4 state championship games and many more semi-finals. Coach Bob Lantzy’s final career game was a semi-final game against Cass Tech High School in 2012 which the Eagles lost in a defensive battle by a score of 6-3.
This attorney is not a partner, shareholder, or officer in the Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C.. As such, this attorney is not authorized to enter into contracts or legal agreements on behalf of the law firm. This includes, but is not limited to, contracts for equipment purchases and/or leases, vehicle leases, client advances, lawsuit funding, insurance agreements, liens, advertising or sponsorships, or any other agreement in connection with his employment with the law firm. Any agreement made by this attorney is not binding on the Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. and is the sole personal responsibility of this attorney. Only agreements signed by a shareholder will be honored and considered binding on the law firm and its owner.
