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James R. Prince
Hart, MI Lawyer with 44 years of experience
127 State St.
Hart, MI 49420
Business, Elder, Estate Planning and Real Estate
I have enjoyed a small town general law practice for my entire career. Advising real estate, business and elderlaw clients presently gives me the most satisfaction in my business; but in a rural community where many different client needs require diligence and ingenuity, I enjoy the daily challenge of helping solve people's problems. As a Christian, I try to ensure that my own integrity and my client's satisfaction are observable at the end of each client encounter.
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Jay E. Burrows
Shelby, MI Attorney with 48 years of experience
Elder, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Mr. Burrows has probated more estates than any other attorney now practicing in Oceana County. He has also save his client hundreds of thousands of dollars in qualifying clients for Medicaid when faced with nursing home bills. Mr. Burrows is a graduate of Michigan State and Michigans's most prestigious law school, the University of Michigan. He has practiced for over 39 years and he still loves his work. He can also help your with estate planning, tax planning, income tax preparation and appeals of property tax assessments. Mr. Burrows cares deeply about his clients and their problems.
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David M. Glancy
Ludington, MI Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Business, Criminal Defense, Insurance Defense and Personal Injury
Michigan State University College of Law
David M. Glancy is an experienced civil and criminal trial attorney. He has substantial experience in evaluating and litigating automobile accidents, premise liability claims and first-party/No-Fault claims. He has handled serious felony, misdemeanor, drunk/drugged driving, and juvenile criminal matters; including multiple high-profile homicide cases.
In addition, Mr. Glancy also practices in the Circuit Court – Family Division, where he has handled numerous cases involving divorce, custody, parenting time issues, juvenile offense and neglect abuse cases.
Mr. Glancy was admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in 2004. He is a member of the Grand Traverse County Bar Association and the...
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Andrea Pehrson McKenzie
Ludington, MI Lawyer
Business, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Michigan State University College of Law
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Michael B. Brown
Ludington, MI Attorney with 16 years of experience
Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
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Lisa Kirsch Satawa
Big Rapids, MI Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Education, Family and Juvenile
Detroit College of Law
I'm Lisa B. Kirsch Satawa, and together with Christina Daskas (deceased), I founded Kirsch Daskas Law Group in 2015 with a mission close to our hearts: preventing wrongful convictions by defending against false allegations, one client at a time. Our vision wasn't just about legal representation; it was about nurturing young lawyers into compassionate advocates who see beyond the accusations to the person behind them.
Born in Detroit, MI in the 1960s, I was raised with invaluable lessons by my parents—lessons in the importance of a strong work ethic, humility, gratitude, and family. Married to criminal defense attorney Mark Satawa...
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Jeremy B. Shephard
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 15 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
I file bankruptcies for individuals under Chapter 7 or Chapter 13 of Bankruptcy Code. I have filed hundreds of cases with positive results. Additionally, I've taken the time get board certified in this specialty so members of the public can rest assured that I understand what I'm doing.
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Gary K. Springstead
Fremont, MI Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationAppeals, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
Wayne State University Law School and University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Gary K. Springstead is a former FBI Agent and criminal defense attorney defending clients in state court in Michigan and federal courts throughout the United States. He is rated a Super Lawyer for Criminal Law, a 10.0 on Avvo and received the Client's Choice Award on Avvo for his outstanding work. He regularly defends clients in high-profile cases in Michigan and throughout the United States.
In federal court, Mr. Springstead defends clients accused of a wide variety of crimes. This includes white collar crimes such as health care fraud, bank fraud, wire fraud and mail fraud, embezzlement, bribery and kickback schemes;...
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Alana L. Wiaduck
Muskegon, MI Attorney with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family, Personal Injury and Social Security Disability
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and University of Michigan
I am an attorney who has lived on the west Michigan lakeshore for over 20 years. My practice focuses on family law, criminal defense, and plaintiff's personal injury cases, including No Fault and third-party auto accident claims. I am an effective, efficient lawyer who will listen to you and fight for your rights. Areas of Practice include: Personal Injury - Auto Accidents, Dog Bites, Slip and Fall, Negligence, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck Accidents, Bike or Pedestrian Car Accidents. Family Law - Divorce, Child Custody, Parenting Time, Child Support, Spousal Support, Guardianships of...
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Michael Robert Bartish
Fremont, MI Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Military
University of Cincinnati College of Law
Michael R. Bartish is a founding member of Springstead & Bartish Law, P.L.L.C.. He defends and represents clients in state and federal courts throughout Western Michigan from Niles to Traverse City. Mr. Bartish is a former active duty Judge Advocate General in the U.S. Army where he served at Fort Hood, Texas, from 1999 through 2002. During his active duty service, Mr. Bartish served as a trial counsel and senior trial counsel for the First Cavalry Division and as a Trial Defense Counsel for Fort Hood, Texas. After four years on active duty, Mr. Bartish went into private practice...
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Anna K. Urick Duggins
Muskegon, MI Attorney with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder
Wayne State University Law School
Born in the small town of Hart, Anna is a lifelong Michigan resident. She moved to Muskegon to practice law, joining Parmenter Law in 1997—fulfilling her goal of staying close to Lake Michigan. Anna enjoys helping people which is reflected in her legal practice that focuses on elder law, estate planning and trust and estate administration.
In helping clients and their families, Anna takes a solution-oriented approach that goes far beyond addressing the immediate problem. Her comprehensive, integrated strategy includes a full evaluation of the client's and family's needs and goals, both short-term and long-term. In addition to providing the right...
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Adam Zuwerink
Muskegon, MI Attorney with 20 years of experience
Business, Estate Planning and Real Estate
University of Virginia
Headquartered in Holland, Michigan with a second office in Muskegon, Michigan, West Michigan Law, P.C. was founded by Adam Zuwerink to provide the highest-quality legal services on an efficient and cost-effective basis, focusing on business, real estate and estate planning legal work.
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Shon A. Cook
Muskegon, MI Attorney with 30 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Creighton University School of Law
Shon Cook possesses a deep-seated passion for the legal field, dedicating nearly three decades to advocating for individuals across a diverse spectrum of legal matters. Her extensive experience spans various areas of law, and she has honed her focus on addressing family law issues, such as divorce, custody, parenting time, child support, spousal support, guardianships, adoption, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, and mediations.
With a straightforward philosophy, Shon leverages the power of the law to achieve positive outcomes for her clients. Her expertise and commitment have not only made her a sought-after advocate among clients but have also established her as a...
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David C. Andersen
Muskegon, MI Attorney with 45 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Wayne State University Law School and Grand Valley State University
I have been practicing law since 1979 in the State and Federal Courts. My firm specializes in bankruptcy and is actively involved in the bankruptcy practice in West Michigan. I am a Board Certified Specialist in Consumer Bankruptcy Law by the American Board of Certification. I am actively involved in many local bar organizations that focus on bankruptcy practice, speak at many conferences, and I’ve helped thousands of people through the bankruptcy process.
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Rachel Sexton
Big Rapids, MI Lawyer with 7 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Rachel M. Sexton has spent her entire career as an attorney representing people who find themselves in difficult financial situations. Rachel’s passion is helping people get out from underneath crushing debt and harassing creditors. She has helped hundreds of clients find solutions through bankruptcy. Whether that is saving their homes from foreclosure, getting their cars back after repossession, lowering their car payments, eliminating credit card debt, or dealing with overwhelming IRS debt. Rachel chose to practice bankruptcy because she enjoys helping people in some of the most stressful times of their lives. Rachel’s goal is to help clients move toward...
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John M. Karafa
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 41 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Wayne State University
John Karafa has represented corporate and individual clients in federal and state courts throughout Michigan for 40 years. John’s advocacy is fueled by his seasoned trial experience, professional energy, and focused determination to assist clients with their objectives, in both trial and alternative dispute resolution proceedings. Whether presenting for his clients orally or through the written word, John makes sure their voices are heard, and their concerns are expressed.
At Tabono Law, John’s practice focuses on divorce, custody, and parenting time in state courts, and criminal defense in both state and federal courts.
John earned his Juris Doctor degree from...
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Jacob Baelstrom
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 5 years of experience
Business and Real Estate
University of Minnesota Law School
Originally from Muskegon, Jacob studied economics at the University of Michigan and law at the University of Minnesota. Now, he practices law, focusing on business and real estate transactions, with the experienced attorneys at the Norton Shores based firm Gielow Groom Terpstra & McEvoy.
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Jeanette M. Colella
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Jeanie has been a licensed attorney in Michigan since 1993 and has spent more than two decades utilizing her legal degree at law firms, non-profits, and corporate entities.
Jeanie began her practice in 1993 at Culver, Knowlton, Even and Franks, practicing in the areas of corporate and real estate law. After several years in that capacity, Jeanie left private practice to join the Child Abuse Council for Muskegon County, serving as Executive Director for over five years. Jeanie managed a budget of over $600,000 and 10 employees and expanded services for children throughout Muskegon County that had been physically and sexually...
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Jon Marc Smits
Grand Haven, MI Attorney with 21 years of experience
826 Wasington Ave.
Grand Haven, MI 49417
Free ConsultationPersonal Injury, Social Security Disability and Workers' Comp
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
I began my legal career working for the Workers Compensation Appellate Commission, a body of judges appointed by the governor to hear workers compensation appeals. While working at the commission I gained valuable insight into what proofs are required to win all types of litigated workers compensation cases. This valuable knowledge gives me the edge when representing my clients. From the Appellate Commission I went to work for a prominent insurance defense firm in Grand Rapids, MI., defending big business from claims submitted by everyday hardworking Michigan employees. Not happy with what I saw, I left...
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Robert O. Chessman
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 50 years of experience
Free ConsultationArbitration & Mediation, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
University of Michigan Law School
Robert O. Chessman focuses his work on automobile accidents, personal injuries, wrongful death, and medical and professional malpractice. He also works as a state-certified mediator to resolve disputes in civil cases of all types. Mr. Chessman graduated from the University of Michigan Law School and holds a cum laude degree from Harvard University.
Mr. Chessman is a past president of the Muskegon County Bar Association, and is a member of the Michigan State Bar Association and the Michigan Association for Justice.
Before joining McCroskey Law, Mr. Chessman spent three and one-half years in the Peace Corps, in Togo, West Africa. He also...
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Gary T. Neal
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Free ConsultationSocial Security Disability and Workers' Comp
University of Wisconsin - Madison and Michigan State University College of Law
Gary T. Neal specializes in the areas of workers' compensation, Social Security, and unemployment benefits. Mr. Neal received his law degree from the University of Wisconsin. He also graduated from Michigan State University with high honors, receiving a B.A. in criminal justice.
Mr. Neal is a dedicated advocate for his injured and disabled clients. He also has been a guest lecturer at many labor union and disability advocacy events, focusing on both workers' compensation and Social Security law.
He is a member of the Michigan Association for Justice and the Muskegon County Bar Association. He also coaches the North Muskegon High School...
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Michael J. Flynn
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 56 years of experience
Free ConsultationNursing Home, Personal Injury, Social Security Disability and Workers' Comp
Michigan State University College of Law
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Erin L Emelander
Newaygo, MI Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and Monash University Law Chambers, Melbourne, Australia
Graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelor's of Science in Behavioral Science with an emphasis in Criminal Justice.
Graduated from Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Was member of the Dean's List. Studied abroad in Australia and New Zealand.
Paralegal for The Law Office of Craig A. Jenison (6 years)
Prior Litigation Support Analyst for Varnum (2 years)
Prior internship with Ottawa County Prosecutor's Office: assisted prosecution with a cold case murder trial
Prior internship with Kent County Prosecutor's Office Juvenile Division
Established and ran her own law office following graduation for six months before accepting a position as Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Oceana...
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Jason Barrix
Grand Haven, MI Lawyer with 31 years of experience
Free ConsultationAnimal, Asbestos, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
Thomas M Colley School of Law
Jason Barrix founded the Barrix Law Firm in 1993 after Graduating from Thomas Cooley School. He was admitted tot he Michigan State Bar in 1993 as well as the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan. Prior to Law School Jason Barrix attended and Graduated from Central Michigan University. There he majored in Political Science receiving his Bachelor's of Science in 1988. Mr. Barrix has focused his practice on Representing those injured do to the negligence of others including Personal Injury, Auto Accident, Dog Bite, Food Poisoning, Medical Malpractice, Trip and Fall, Social...
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Harold Leo Emelander
Newaygo, MI Attorney with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Family, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Harold Leo Emelander was raised in Newaygo, Michigan. After graduating from Newaygo High School, he attended Grand Valley State University where he received his Bachelor of Arts in Spanish. He then went on to receive his Juris Doctorate from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2006. To further his education he then moved to Florida where he attended The University of Florida College of Law and received his LLM in Taxation in 2007. Mr. Emelander began his legal career in Miami, Florida at an accounting firm. He utilized his degree in taxation law by advising clients on individual,...
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Rebecca L. Johnson-Ellis
Muskegon , MI Attorney with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Consumer
Michigan State University
Rebecca L. Johnson-Ellis , a partner in the firm, has been an attorney for the past 14 years and us board certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law from the American Board of Certification. Rebecca received both her law school degree and her undergraduate degree from Michigan State University. Rebecca is admitted to practice in the courts of Michigan, the Western District of Michigan Federal Courts and the U.S. Supreme Court. Rebecca has been recognized by her peers in the Michigan Super Lawyers Magazine as a Rising Star several years in a row. Rebecca has helped thousands of individuals through the...
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Leslie Van Alstine
Manistee, MI Attorney with 29 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Personal Injury
Thomas Cooley Law School
We opened our office in Manistee, Michigan in 1995 and have been providing excellent, affordable legal services ever since. We have experienced a variety of challenges that have assisted us in developing a law practice that is particularly suited for the needs and desires of Manistee residents and visitors. We offer free initial consultations for criminal matters and personal injury cases, we only charge $100 for initial consultations for all other matters. Admitted to Practice in the State of Michigan in 1995 and Little River Band of Ottawa Indians Tribal Court in 2004. If you...
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Matthew G. Swartz
Muskegon, MI Attorney with 13 years of experience
Free ConsultationAsbestos, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Social Security Disability
Michigan State University
At Shafer Swartz, PLC, we have represented individuals seriously injured as a result of negligence for more than 4 decades. Matt graduated from Michigan State University College of Law, as well as from Central Michigan University with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. While his practice takes him all over the state, Matt lives in West Michigan with his wife and two daughters. Matt provides all clients with his mobile phone number and personal email address. All calls, emails, and text messages are returned within 24 hours, usually much sooner that. Weekend appointments and phone conferences are available with advance...
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Steven C. Benson
Reed City, MI Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Domestic Violence and Estate Planning
University of Tennessee - Knoxville and Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Mr. Eric Andrew Hultman
Spring Lake, MI Lawyer with 16 years of experience
Free ConsultationIP and Trademarks
Michigan State University
Eric Hultman is a registered patent attorney with experience counseling corporations and individuals on a wide range of intellectual property and business matters.
Mr. Hultman represents his clients on a broad spectrum of intellectual property issues, including patent, trade secret, trademark, and copyright and unfair competition matters. He has dealt with diverse patent matters including patent availability and non-infringement opinions, patent preparation, patent prosecution and litigation support.
Prior to beginning his legal career, Mr. Hultman worked for eight years as a mechanical engineer, designing and testing automotive parts for Tier I automotive suppliers.
Mr. Hultman is admitted to practice before the United States...
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Adam J. Sheridan
Conklin, MI Lawyer with 20 years of experience
Business, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
Marquette University Law School
With over eighteen years' experience in both law firm and large corporate environments, handling local, national, and international transactions of various types, I am able to assist clients in structuring and completing complex transactions while maintaining a personalized focus. Our firm appreciates each opportunity we have to learn a client's needs and provide customized solutions to the client's legal issues. I have substantial experience in real estate, corporate structure and governance, commercial contracts and procurement, mergers and acquisitions, estate and succession planning, and construction.
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Patrick Dougherty
Manistee, MI Lawyer
Bankruptcy, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Personal Injury
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Patrick Dougherty has been helping individuals and their families through legal challenges and the complexities of the legal system for over 24 years. Patrick is licensed to practice all issues of law in the State of Michigan. He is authorized to practice law in all State Courts in Michigan, including all State Circuit Courts; all State District Courts; the Federal Eastern District and Western District Courts; the Bankruptcy Court for the Western and Eastern Districts of Michigan; the Michigan Court of Appeals; and the Michigan Supreme Court. Patrick Dougherty is also authorized to practice law in the 6th Circuit Court...
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Douglas McPhail
Muskegon, MI Attorney with 35 years of experience
Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Doug McPhail has more than 30 years experience helping families, like yours, protect their estates from nursing home poverty, taxes and unnecessary probate expenses. Doug earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Mass Communications from Taylor University where he was active in student government leadership roles. After college, Doug enrolled at the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law where he graduated with honors in 1988. Doug earned the American Jurisprudence Award for Academic Excellence in the area of professional responsibility and was published member of the University of Detroit Law Review. While in law school, Doug...
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Roger G Cotner
Grand Haven, MI Lawyer with 41 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Elder, Estate Planning and Tax
University of Richmond School of Law
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Mr. Chris Allen Houghtaling
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Business, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Divorce
Valparaiso University School of Law
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Mr. Shawn P. Eyestone
Muskegon, MI Attorney with 23 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness and Estate Planning
At Eyestone Law Offices, PLC, we provide practical and affordable solutions for your personal and financial legal issues, such as wills, trusts, estate planning, and asset protection. Many of our clients also own small businesses or closely-held companies, and we help these entrepreneurs reduce risk and maximize profits. Our business, financial and estate planning services are designed to ensure that your life’s work continues to provide for you and your family even after you no longer can.
No business and personal situation is the same as another, so before charging you a cent or suggesting any course of action, we make...
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R. Todd Balkema
Big Rapids, MI Lawyer
Elder, Estate Planning and Probate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Mickey Larson
Sparta, MI Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationMedical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
University of Michigan Law School
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Andrew Charles LaPres
Muskegon, MI Attorney with 18 years of experience
Criminal Defense and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
I began my legal career as an intern in Kent County, Michigan. In my many years of practice, I have handled thousands of criminal cases ranging from drunk driving and assault to criminal sexual conduct and murder. I have been able to secure many favorable verdicts in both misdemeanor and felony criminal trials. I now use my unique and extensive experience as a trial lawyer for the benefit of my criminal clients. I focus my practice on criminal defense and family law.
My wife Kasey and I reside with our six children in...