Clayton Lawyers

Attorney Ronald M. Bahrie is an accomplished and highly respected lawyer, as well as the Senior Partner at Bahrie Law, PLLC. A firm believer in the value of hard work, he is dedicated to providing every client with a high level of service, personal attention, and results-oriented representation. This approach has helped him achieve numerous successes on behalf of his clients in a variety of complex cases. Ronald earned his law degree from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in December of 1978. He was admitted to practice in the state of Michigan the following summer and has been practicing law...

I have been practicing law for approximately 25 years in mid-Michigan. Generally, I practice in the areas of family law, estate planing, probate and trust administration, real estate, and commercial litigation. I also represent a number of small municipalities. In my free time, I enjoy sports cars, outdoor activities, motorcycles, and construction projects.

Anthony Garczynski is the managing member and principal trial attorney at Anthony J. Garczynski, PLC. Focusing on complex litigated matters for nearly twenty years, Anthony has developed a reputation for integrity and litigation success. Anthony practices in all state and federal courts in Michigan, is admitted to the sixth circuit court of appeals and has been admitted pro hac vice in cases in North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Nevada, Ohio and other states. Efficient Representation. No one should hire an expensive law firm just because they are expensive--successful litigation should never "break the bank." Over the past two decades, Anthony has provided cost...

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Michael J. Caywood began practicing law in 1991 and joined Dresser Dresser Haas & Caywood, PC in 1999. Prior to moving to Sturgis, Michael practiced in Phoenix at the law firm of Snell & Wilmer and in Chicago with Ungaretti & Harris and the Division of Enforcement for the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. While in Phoenix and Chicago, Michael's practice included complex commercial, medical products liability, intellectual property and securities litigation in both State and Federal Courts, as well as intricate technology transactional agreements. Michael has further developed his practice since joining Dresser Dresser Haas & Caywood, PC....

With a passion for helping her community, Brandi sought a career that allows her to make a positive impact. Prior to attending law school, she worked alongside probate attorneys for nearly 10 years. She is experienced in guardianships, conservatorships, estates, and trusts. Brandi is a compassionate and dedicated advocate for her clients.

I am a practicing Michigan attorney since 1976. I am a BV Rated Attorney, the highest rating a lawyer can achieve after admission to the bar for 5-9 years, indicating a very high legal ability and ethical standards. In my career, I have handled hundreds of trials and tens of thousands of personal injury, auto, and worker's compensation cases recovering millions for my clients. I am admitted to practice in both federal and state courts.

Blake Lipman has been a practicing attorney in Michigan since 1995. He worked as a real estate lawyer for a number of title companies for approximately 5 years. He is a graduate of Wayne State University Business School and Wayne State University Law School. Mr. Lipman practices in the greater tri-county area, which includes Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Livingston, Washtenaw, and Monroe counties. Mr. Lipman has a reputation as a tough, fair, and experienced litigator.

The Law Office of Joseph F. Awad, P.C. is a law firm dedicated to representing the criminally accused. Dealing with criminal charges can be overwhelming—especially with the complexity of the United States criminal justice system. At The Law Office of Joseph F. Awad, P.C. Attorney Awad is committed to defending the rights and protecting the futures of the clients he represents, regardless of how complicated their charges may seem. From the moment an individual begins working with the firm, Attorney Awad makes sure he has a thorough understanding of their entire situation, and begins developing a strategy that is most...

Handling employment and civil rights cases under (1) the Family & Medical Leave Act; (2) Title VII of the Civil Rights Act involving race discrimination, sex discrimination, sexual harassment, religious discrimination, pregnancy discrimination, etc. (3) the Age Discrimination in Employment Act; (4) the Michigan Whistleblower Protection Act; (5) the Fair Labor Standards Act; (6) Americans with Disabilities Act; (7) USERRA actions on behalf of the men and women of the U.S. military (active and reserves); (8) worker's compensation retaliation claims; and (9) much more.

Attorney Herman Singh Dhade will be able to provide representation regarding immigration related matters. If you need assistance with a green card, visa, obtaining citizenship or any other related case then you should call the firm and schedule a consultation. We provide guidance throughout the Detroit area, call to discuss your situation further with a legal advocate you can trust.

Mr. Kallabat is a native of the City of Detroit. Mr. Kallabat attended Wayne State University business school majoring in finance and graduating with honors. Following his studies at Wayne State University, Mr. Kallabat attended law school at the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, and is a 1993 graduate. Mr. Kallabat has committed his practice since 1994 to the protection of consumers through consumer bankruptcy law. He has handled thousands of bankruptcies over the past 3 decades. Mr. Kallabat represents a wide range of bankruptcy clients with cases involving debts ranging from several thousand dollars to several million...

Alex Berman is one of the most renowned workers compensation attorneys in Michigan. He has represented injured workers exclusively for more than 30 years and has recovered millions of dollars for his clients. Alex believes that every injured worker deserves to know his or her legal rights in order to receive fair compensation under the law.

John began his legal career as a law clerk at a prominent Detroit firm, where he was soon hired on as an association attorney. He went on to practice at a firm in Oakland County for nearly four years before joining Wegner and Associates, P.C. in 2008. When the firm merged with Makower Abbate Guerra PLLC in 2015, John continued his practice without missing a beat. Known for his dependability and practical approach, John is a strategic thinker who picks his battles carefully. He avoids far-fetched arguments and never steps into a courtroom without meticulous preparation. Outside the office, John enjoys...

Eden J. Allyn is an ardent advocate for her clients. Practicing since 1996, Ms. Allyn has dedicated herself to helping her clients by staying abreast of the latest issues and developments in the law. She has furthered her education in the family law arena by earning a Certificate of Completion of the Family Law Certificate program through the Michigan Institute of Continuing Legal Education, by obtaining a collaborative law certificate and by training and working as a domestic family law mediator and attorney. Ms. Allyn has zealously represented clients in all levels of courts in Michigan, including appellate actions at...

Assistant Attorney General for the State of Michigan since 2011.

Jeff began his law career in 2003 representing community associations at Wegner and Associates, which later became Wegner Vollmer PC and then part of Makower Abbate Guerra Wegner Vollmer PLLC. Known for finding ways to make the law easy to understand when it comes to real life, day-to-day situations, as well as his thoughtful, individualized approach to serving clients, he’s also always up for a good laugh now and then. He enjoys spending time with his family and Harlow, a mini-goldendoodle, tennis, running and watching the English Premier League.

Before joining the firm in 2015, Evan spent over a decade working in community association law in a non-attorney capacity, gaining a deep understanding of the field from the ground up. Since becoming an attorney, he has concentrated his practice on document revisions and restatements, condominium establishment, collections, restriction enforcement, contract drafting and review, and FHA/VA certifications. Evan is known for his thoughtful, client-focused approach, always striving to ensure that every voice is heard and that resolutions are both effective and fair. Whether he's advising clients or finding common ground in a negotiation, Evan brings patience, clarity, and a steady hand...

Shaw has spent nearly 30 years as a litigation attorney. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in 1989 from Michigan State University. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 1993 from Wayne State University School of Law and is admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan and the United States District Court of the Eastern and Western District of Michigan. Shaw joined Buckfire Law Firm in September 2023 and focuses mainly on first-party auto claims, third-party auto negligence, and motorcycle, pedestrian, and bicycle accidents. He has tried countless personal injury trials and has extensive experience handling a wide variety...

For more than half a century, attorney Sam Bernstein has championed the cause of the seriously injured. Many people throughout Michigan and the rest of the United States are familiar with the warmth and professionalism generated by Sam and his firm. Sam Bernstein carries on the tradition of his father, attorney Mandell Bernstein who served the Detroit community as a leading member of both the legal and civic communities.

Sam was raised in Detroit, Michigan where he attended Mumford High School. He attended Michigan State University where he graduated with a B.A. in education and political science. After college, Sam received...

Mark Bernstein is honored to serve as the President and Managing Partner of The Sam Bernstein Law Firm, PLLC. In courtrooms and communities across Michigan he fights to make sure everyone gets a fair shake – not just powerful corporations and insurance companies. He continues the Bernstein family commitment to public service, work in government, business and the law.

Mark Bernstein serves on the Executive Board of the Michigan Association for Justice. He was elected by leading defense and plaintiff attorneys from across Michigan to serve on the State Bar of Michigan Negligence Section Council. He was recently honored as a...

Marian Wangler Ratton, R.N., Esq. is a practicing attorney and registered nurse who has dedicated her career to the defense of healthcare professionals as well as practicing family law and estate planning. What makes Marian unique is that she has continuously practiced both nursing and law for over 25 years, sharing her time equally between both careers. Her combined knowledge and experience in law and nursing makes her ideally suited to represent, advise and educate nurses and health care professionals with legal issues relating to nursing, healthcare law and professional licensing. Since 1983 Marian has been a registered nurse working at...

A partner at the Oliver Bell Group, attorney Cameron R. Bell assists clients from the Michigan area with their legal problems involving personal injury, medical malpractice and criminal law, and clients nationwide with their mass tort issues. With a strong drive to practice law from a young age, he is currently committed to providing compassionate and adept legal services for his clients. He majorly concentrates on providing legal counsel for criminal defense, product liability, and mass tort / class action cases. A 2012 B.A graduate, Mr. Bell completed his undergraduate studies in political science at Oakland University located in Rochester, Michigan....

Michigan No-Fault and Insurance Defense, Personal Injury, Civil Litigation, Corporate Law

Meghan Schuler Todd, J.D. is a graduate of the University of Michigan- B.S. Neuroscience, (2010) and Thomas M. Cooley Law School- J.D. Litigation, (2013). She joined Sumner & Associates, P.C. as an associate attorney in 2014. Prior to joining Sumner & Associates, P.C., she interned at the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office and Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office, Juvenile Division and clerked for the Oakland County Corporation Counsel. She is a member of the Oakland County Bar Association and is a Michigan Notary Public. Meghan is a native of Rochester Hills.

Pratheep Sevanthinathan is the award-winning founder of the Seva Law Firm. He has been practicing an insurance litigation attorney for the past several decades - first as an an insurance defense attorney and later as a plaintiff's attorney. Mr. Sevanthinathan is a No-Fault insurance guru who has lectured on the topic at numerous seminars, published articles on insurance issues, and has sat on many insurance litigation committees.

Mr. Sevanthinathan is a fierce advocate for his clients who has taken many cases to trial victories. He has been recognized for his work with the following awards: SuperLawyers,...