Michele Fuller Establishes The Architected Settlement Law Group for Trial Lawyers
Macomb, United States - January 1, 2026 / The Architected Settlement Law Group /
Special Assistant to the Attorney General for the Flint Water Settlement has established The Architected Settlement Law Group to protect trial attorneys from post-litigation risks while supporting vulnerable claimants and enhancing their outcomes.
For trial attorneys, a verdict often marks just the onset of a new challenge. Steering through the "danger zone" of settlement distribution-including Medicaid clawbacks, lien resolution, and tax implications-has emerged as a significant source of legal malpractice risk. Today, Michele Fuller, who served as Special Assistant to the Attorney General in crafting the settlement framework for the landmark $600 million Flint Water Crisis, announces the formation of a new, independent firm: The Architected Settlement Law Group (ASLG).
Unlike Fuller's existing practice at Michigan Law Center, which specializes in Special Needs Trusts (SNTs) for families, The Architected Settlement Law Group acts as a dedicated business-to-business (B2B) collaborator for trial lawyers across the country. The new firm serves as a "Settlement Architect," crafting the detailed legal frameworks necessary to safely conclude complex injury, mass tort, and class action cases.
"Trial lawyers are champions who strive for the 'W,' but the administrative intricacies of the 'finish line' can jeopardize their firm's legacy and their client's future," states Michele Fuller, Founder of The Architected Settlement Law Group and Fellow of the Academy of Court-Appointed Neutrals. "We created The Architected Settlement Law Group to be the specialized ally that trial attorneys entrust with the baton. We design the Qualified Settlement Funds (QSFs), manage the liens, and structure the benefits preservation, allowing litigators to close their files with complete assurance."
From "Trust Drafter" to "Settlement Architect"
While Michigan Law Center continues its focused work in Special Needs planning for families, The Architected Settlement Law Group tackles the broader structural requirements of litigation firms. The firm's "Master Blueprint" process provides:
Liability Protection: Shielding plaintiff firms from failure-to-advise claims related to government benefits and offering tools to reduce tax exposure on taxable interest or punitive damages.
Qualified Settlement Funds (QSFs): Creating QSFs to grant attorneys and claimants the necessary time to strategize without facing immediate tax repercussions.
Plaintiff Recovery Trusts (PRTs): Establishing PRTs to help alleviate taxable recoveries, or the taxable segments of recoveries, such as interest and punitive damages.
SNTs, DAPTs, SPTs: Special needs trusts, domestic asset protection trusts, settlement preservation trusts, and custom trusts tailored to meet the clients' objectives. Justice in the courtroom translates to justice in life.
National Expertise: Utilizing Fuller's experience as a national authority and advisory board member of the Academy of Special Needs Planners to manage cases across various jurisdictions.
Proven Leadership
Michele Fuller's approach has been validated in the most demanding environments. Beyond her leadership in the Flint Water case, she has acted as co-counsel for minor patient claimants in the $13 million Hawthorn class action lawsuit. She is a respected author and speaker, contributing to Trial Magazine and co-hosting national symposiums focused on special needs planning.
Trial attorneys aiming to protect their achievements are encouraged to visit
https://architectedsettlement.com.
About The Architected Settlement Law Group
The Architected Settlement Law Group (ASLG) is a national settlement planning firm founded by Michele Fuller, Esq. ASLG collaborates exclusively with trial attorneys to create and implement comprehensive settlement strategies, including QSFs and benefit preservation plans, ensuring long-term security for claimants and liability protection for law firms.
Contact Information:
The Architected Settlement Law Group
45200 Card Road Suite 108
Macomb, MI 48044
United States
John Dick
+1586-800-8402
https://architectedsettlement.com
