Hessel Lawyers

The Law Offices of Marshall S. Tauber has been committed to representing and serving the needs of all clients, throughout Michigan, in all trial courts, both State and Federal, with integrity and dedication.

Don’t take a risk in court. Roberto Bihar and his skilled, dedicated team will fight for you. Whether you need criminal defense, have a probate issue, or are facing a DUI charge, we are ready to protect your rights. With over 1,000 criminal cases in 10 years, we have the knowledge and experience to successfully represent you. We are proud to serve clients in communities throughout Holly, Clarkston, White Lake, and Waterford Township, MI, and beyond.

Ms. Breen specializes in family law which includes divorce, child custody disputes, child support, spousal support, and prenuptial agreements. She also prepares estate plans which includes the preparation of trusts, wills, powers of attorneys for finance and medical care, and setting up guardianships/conservatorships. Ms. Breen has litigated hundreds of cases and has the experience to represent her clients in court.

Michael Oblizajek is a veteran in the field of personal injury. He's settled millions of dollars in cases for his clients and is a strong fighter who is ready to take on big insurance companies that have a reputation of denying benefits to those injured in auto accidents.

My practice focuses on criminal defense including misdemeanors and felonies in both the trial and appellant courts. He has a strong interest in complex constitutional law issues and their applicability in the criminal justice system. I am an active member of the Michigan Appellate Assigned Counsel System commonly known as the MAACS; an organization responsibly for nearly 84% of all assigned criminal appeals cases in Michigan. My practice also includes a strong emphasis in family and estate law including: parent’s rights, divorce litigation, custody, parenting time, child support, guardianships, estate planning, probate litigation and juvenile matters. I...

George Zulakis has successfully represented clients in criminal and juvenile matters for over 30 years. He is a recognized leader in the field of criminal defense and has been nominated by his peers for Lead Counsel Rating in state felonies and misdemeanors and for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America (DUI subspecialty, 2009-2016). Mr. Zulakis has experience in many areas of criminal defense, including DUI/drunk driving, domestic violence, assault, breaking and entering, drug crimes, sex crimes, juvenile delinquency, embezzlement, fraud, shoplifting, MIP/minor in possession, and traffic offenses. For more details on Mr. Zulakis's extensive legal experience, honors, and...

Lise Spresser focuses her entire practice on all aspects of family law, with over a decade of practice before the Circuit Court Family bench in Oakland, Lapeer, Macomb, Genesee, Wayne and St. Clair. Her goal is to educate, support and passionately advocate for her clients while helping them navigate through the difficult legal process. Lise earned her Juris Doctorate from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law and graduated from the University of Waterloo in Ontario, Canada, where she received top accolades in the Legal Studies Program. Lise is a member of the Family Law Section of the State Bar...

Mark Reina was admitted to practice law by the Michigan State Bar in 1984.He has handled all types of Criminal cases, such as: drug offenses, CSC, larceny, OUIL/DWLS, etc. Mr Reina also handles all forms of family matters law, including: Divorce, Custody and Support. His office handles Bankruptcy (usually Chapter 7 individual). His office is conveniently located on Dixie Hwy in Clarkston, He can be reached at his cell phone (248) 390-3464.

We offer a full suite of legal services including: Criminal, Family, Divorce, Child Support/Visitation, Bankruptcy, Civil and Litigation. We cover primarily Oakland County but...

Ray's practice is mainly involved with divorce, custody, alimony and collections. Raymond Pater was born in the Netherlands and is one of eight children. After his family immigrated to the United States, and although of modest means, six of his siblings attended college and two went on to obtain PhDs, later becoming college professors. An older sister never attended high school, but was admitted to college because of a nearly illegible transcript and ironically went on to become a high school teacher. While attending grade school and high school, Ray worked in the family business selling eggs and chickens...

David has practiced law for 15 years and specializes in estate planning, wills, trusts, probate and defense of medical malpractice and civil rights lawsuits. He is a shareholder of Chapman Law Group and is licensed in both Michigan and Indiana. David is a Special Fiduciary at the Oakland County Probate Court. He is dedicated to educating the public on issues in estate planning including providing assets and care to loved ones, limiting taxes, and establishing healthcare protocols. David strives to serve each individual clients estate planning needs, tailoring each plan to address wealth preservation and family financial security. David holds a Certificate...

I have five years of experience serving the people in criminal, divorce, child custody, bankruptcy, probate and other legal matters. I concentrate my practice in matter which help the working person.

An attorney since 1988, Ms. Gabel graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Arts degree (with honors) and from Wayne State University with a Juris Doctorate degree (cum laude). A past lecturer and instructor on the subjects of estate planning, probate and real estate law, she now concentrates her practice in family law, having completed extensive training specific to domestic relations mediation. Ms. Gabel was certified as a mediator in 2003 and was one of the first Michigan attorneys to receive a Certificate of Completion in ICLE's Family Law Certificate Program in 2008.

Frank Hathaway studied at the University of Detroit-Mercy graduating with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. He studied law at Michigan State University College of Law graduating with the degree of Juris Doctor, Cum Laude. Mr. Hathaway is admitted to practice in all Michigan Courts, the United States Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan, and the United States Bankruptcy Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan. He is an active member in good standing with the State Bar of Michigan, a former member of its Representative Assembly, a member of the Criminal Law...

I came to Cooper, Riesterer & Gross with eight years of experience in complex litigation, including, civil RICO and employment matters, and representing business, construction, and real estate clients in contract matters, disputes, and corresponding litigation. I particularly enjoy helping entrepreneurs organize new business entities, turning their visions into reality. Being a creative problem solver allows me to navigate the legal landscape efficiently, whether drafting a contract or tackling a challenging dispute. I welcome complex and high-stakes matters where I can further sharpen my analytical skills and understanding of the intricate dance that is the legal system. Knowing the rules...

As The Marcel Benavides Law Office’s founder, Birmingham Attorney Marcel Benavides advocates for the criminally accused and persons whose civil rights were violated. He has been practicing law since 1999. Prior to opening his practice in Michigan, he was the Chicago Police Department’s in-house trial counsel. Mr. Benavides attended The University of Michigan and received his law degree from the John Marshall Law School in Chicago, Illinois. He is one of the premier criminal defense attorneys in the area and one of the most successful civil rights litigators in Federal Court.To receive more information, please contact his firm today and...

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...

Attorney Scott Batey of the Batey Law Firm, PLLC provides a variety of resources to benefit your employment case. You can pursue your employment law remedies confidently with him on your side. A skilled Michigan employment law lawyer and lifelong Michigander, Scott Batey takes a positive, results-oriented approach to every case.

Mr. Roby, a native of Detroit, Michigan, emphasizes the practice of U.S. immigration and nationality law. He obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree from Kalamazoo College majoring in Philosophy and English and a Juris Doctor (law) degree from the University of Detroit. Prior to his American law education, he studied Law and Philosophy at the Universitaet Muenster in Germany; International Private Law in The Hague, Netherlands; and passed the Universidad de Madrid Complutense intermediate level Language/Humanities course in Madrid, Spain. He enjoys speaking and reading German and Spanish. He is admitted as an attorney in the State of Michigan. He is...

Attorney Michael “Micky” Smith earned his Juris Doctor cum laude from the University of Toledo College of Law, where he was recognized for academic excellence and named to the Dean’s List. He also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Toledo. Michael is a dedicated personal injury attorney who passionately advocates for individuals injured due to the negligence of others. Licensed to practice in both Michigan and Ohio, he provides skilled legal representation in a wide range of personal injury cases, including but not limited to automobile negligence, slip and fall incidents, dog bites, premises liability, and...

José is admitted to practice law before the District of Columbia Court of Appeals, located in Washington, D.C., and the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. His practice is limited to trademark and copyright matters under 5 U.S.C. §500.
In addition, José holds two master's degrees in business administration and information technology management from Touro College and a master of arts degree in community counseling from St. Mary's University of San Antonio, Texas.
José's diverse background and experience in law, graphic design, healthcare, corporate compliance, information technology, and education informs his approach to customer service that is...

Before forming Czarnecki & Taylor PLLC, James spent nearly 10 years working at one of the most well-known law firms in Macomb County where he was head of the criminal department.

James was born and raised in Michigan. He is a 2004 Graduate of Wayne State University Law School. ?While in law school he served as Editor-In-Chief of the Moot Court program. He also interned at the State Appellate Defender Office, Federal Defender Office and Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office. When he became an attorney he also did volunteer work for the ACLU on criminal cases.

For 15 years James has...

Rebecca Fadel King practices exclusively in the area of family law, including divorce, custody, parenting time, child support, spousal support, and change of domicile. Her practice is centered in Oakland and Wayne Counties, but she represents clients throughout Southeastern Michigan. Rebecca prides herself on offering a full complement of divorce options to her client. Many clients seeking divorce know only of the option of litigating a case through the courts. Rebecca is trained in collaborative divorce and domestic relations mediation. She believes in helping clients to choose the divorce option that is best for them and their families, and in...

Marco Masciulli is an Associate Attorney with The Head Law Firm, PLC.

Marco has represented both plaintiffs and defendants since he began practicing law in both the civil and criminal arenas. He has experience at every stage of litigation including multiple jury trials.

As a young plaintiff’s attorney with a Detroit medical malpractice firm, Marco settled multiple cases with six-figure dollar amounts and worked on other cases that eventually settled for more. He successfully challenged large medical institutions represented by skilled and seasoned lawyers with his complex and nuanced understanding of the legal and factual issues underlying each case.

As a...

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...

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.