For Top Attorneys, There Are Two Paths for a Settlement. Only One Protects Your Client and Your Firm.

Discover Why Commission-Based Brokers Create Unacceptable Risk and How a Legal, Fiduciary Approach Secures Your Client’s Future for Life.

Winning the Verdict Is Only Half the Battle.

You fought for your client and won. The jury awarded them the justice they deserved. But that victory can unravel the moment the funds are mismanaged.

A poorly structured settlement, driven by a salesperson's commission, can expose your client to financial ruin and leave you vulnerable to future liability.

The promise of justice and a secure future is broken, and your reputation as a heroic advocate is on the line.

The Broker’s Way vs. The Architected Way

The Broker’s Way

  • Driven by Sales Commissions
  • Acts as an Insurance Agent
  • No Fiduciary Duty
  • Disappears After the Transaction
  • Exposes You to Future Liability

The Architected Way

  • Driven by Client's Best Interest
  • Acts as Your Legal Counsel
  • Bound by Fiduciary Duty
  • Provides Lifetime Legal Advocacy
  • Shields Your Firm from Liability

Your 3-Step Blueprint to a Secure Settlement

Legal Discovery:

We analyze your client’s specific needs, long-term goals, and potential vulnerabilities. Our process starts with a deep legal assessment, not a sales pitch.

Financial Architecture:

We design a custom, legally sound settlement structure. This isn’t a pre-packaged product; it’s a strategic legal plan built to protect you and your client’s assets for life.

Lifetime Advocacy

We provide ongoing legal support for the life of the plan, ensuring compliance and acting as your client’s long-term advocate. Bottom line?
We don’t disappear after the check clears.

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Your Settlement Should Be Architected by a Lawyer, Not a Salesperson.

“As a fellow attorney, I know the weight of responsibility you carry. Your client’s future is in your hands, and your reputation is your most valuable asset.

That’s why I founded The Architected Settlement Law Group™—to provide a legal, fiduciary model that eliminates the risks of the broker-based system.

We don’t sell products; we provide counsel. We don’t work for a commission; we work for your client’s best interest.

I’ve seen firsthand how a properly structured settlement can change a family’s life, from the Flint Water Crisis to complex medical malpractice cases.

My job is to be your expert partner, ensuring your client’s financial future is as secure as your legacy.”

— Michele Fuller., Founding Attorney

Straight Answers to Your Most Pressing Questions:

Technical/Process FAQs:
Q: What is the difference between a structured settlement attorney and a settlement broker? ▾
An attorney provides fiduciary, client-first legal guidance; brokers are sales agents paid commissions on products. Attorneys design legally precise structures aligned with long-term client goals.
Q: How much do structured settlement brokers charge in commissions? ▾
Broker compensation is typically embedded as a commission in the annuity product; fee transparency varies by provider and product.
Q: What does “architected settlement™” mean? ▾
A disciplined, attorney-led process that analyzes needs, architects a custom structure with legal precision, and provides ongoing advocacy.
Q: How long does the structured settlement process take? ▾
Timelines vary by case complexity and carrier, but many matters complete alongside case resolution with coordinated approvals and funding.
Q: Can structured settlements be modified after they’re established? ▾
Changes are limited after funding; careful up-front design is essential. Certain adjustments may require court or carrier involvement.

Get Your Complimentary Settlement Blueprint.

It’s just this easy: Provide us with the basic, non-confidential details of your case, and we will deliver a preliminary blueprint outlining the optimal legal structure to protect your client and eliminate your liability. It’s the first step to building a truly secure future.

Ready to Architect Your Client’s Future?

Schedule a 15-minute consultation directly with Michele Fuller.

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Meet Michele P. Fuller:
Your Unrivaled Guide in Architecting Client Futures

Combining National Expertise with a Deep Understanding of Your Practice.

A Better Way, Born from Frustration

I've spent my career working with some of the nation's best trial lawyers, arc Ive seen firsthand the immense pressure you face. You spend years fighting for justice. only to hand your client's future over to a commission-based braker who sees them as a one-time transaction. This conventional model, driven by sales quotas rather than fiduciary duty, creates unacceptable riss for oath the client and your firm.

I started the Architected Settlement Law Group™ because I was convinced there had to be a better way—one where the settlement process is handled by a legal partner, not a salesperson. Your clients deserve true, long-term advocacy, and you deserve a partner who eliminates your liability, not adds to it.

An Unmatched Combination of Expertise

An Expert Who Understands Both the Case and the Business

I am not just an attorney; I am also a practice advisor for some of the most successful law firms in the country. My work at Atticus gives me an intimate and profound understanding of the operational pressures, business goals, and efficiency demands you face every day—something no broker can claim. This unique dual perspective means I don’t just see the legal details of a case; I see your firm’s need for a seamless, liability-free process that protects your reputation and legacy.

Proven in the Nation’s Most Complex Cases

My legal expertise is not just theoretical; it’s proven in the most challenging legal environments.

  • Special Assistant Attorney General for the historic $600 million Flint Water Case
  • Co-counsel in the significant $13 million Hawthorn class action matter
  • President of Advocacy, Inc., a non-profit serving as a trustee for Special Needs Trusts
  • Prolific author of definitive guides on special needs trusts and settlement planning
  • Co-host of national symposia, educating other legal professionals on settlement law
  • Consistently recognized by Super Lawyers since 2018
"Michele's legal expertise in structured settlements is unmatched. Her work on complex cases gives me complete confidence in referring my clients to her."
— John R. Fakename, Trial Lawyer, Carson City, NV

Placing People First.

Behind every case, there's a real person. That's my core philosophy. Whether it's advocating for a client's long-term security, coaching a fellow attorney on their practice, or spending time with my family, everything I do is guided by the principle of putting people first. This is a practice built on empathy, not transactions, and that's the foundation of everything we do.

Ready to Protect Your Client and Your Legacy?

The time to stop gambling with your client's future is now. Let us show you how a legal, fiduciary approach can protect your client, eliminate your firm's liability, and secure your legacy as a true hero.

Schedule a Consultation with Founder/Attorney Michele Fuller