Manistee Lawyers

Elizabeth McLachlan
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Elizabeth McLachlan
Traverse City, MI Attorney
(231) 346-0014 412 S. Union St.
Traverse City, MI 49684
Business and Estate Planning
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Elizabeth graduated from Chicago-Kent College of Law in 2020. While there, she was an Executive Article Editor for the Chicago-Kent Journal of Intellectual Property, interned in the legal departments of a national trade organization and Illinois’ top children’s hospital, and worked at law firms that focused on civil litigation and transportation law. Prior to law school Elizabeth earned degrees in Biochemistry and Biology from Ferris State University, where she participated in the biochemistry research lab and was president of the school’s chapter of the American Chemical Society. After graduating, Elizabeth relocated to Traverse City and began her career as judicial assistant...
Gerald Chefalo
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Gerald Chefalo
Traverse City, MI Lawyer with 26 years of experience
(231) 929-7744 3250 Racquet Club Dr.
Traverse City, MI 49684
Free ConsultationBankruptcy, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Upon Graduation from Law School in 1997, Attorney Chefalo worked in Lansing Michigan for the 30 th Judicial Circuit Court as a law clerk for the Honorable Thomas L. Brown. While there, he researched complicated legal issues and drafted proposed opinions on all civil and criminal matter that came before the court. In 1999, Attorney Chefalo moved to Traverse City Michigan to work in private practice. When asked why he picked Traverse City, Attorney Chefalo stated: “if you are going to start a law office from scratch, you might as well do it in a beautiful place.” His goal...
Nathan Miller
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Nathan Miller
Traverse City, MI Lawyer with 17 years of experience
(231) 421-8400 12930 S West Bay Shore Drive
Traverse City, MI 49684
Free ConsultationInsurance Claims, Personal Injury, Real Estate and Workers' Comp
Michigan State University
Nathan P. Miller is a partner and co-founder of Miller Embury, PLLC. He focuses the majority of his practice on plaintiff’s personal injury litigation. He represents people who have been injured in traumatic accidents and helps them receive compensation from insurance companies. He also represents people in actions against their own insurer, suing insurance companies to get benefits for his clients, benefits that have been illegally denied. In addition to personal injury law, Nathan specializes in real estate matters, landlord tenant law, and general civil litigation. Nathan has experience handling cases from inception all the...
Shelley A. Kester
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Shelley A. Kester
TRAVERSE CITY, MI Lawyer with 31 years of experience
(231) 922-6800 627 W Front St
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49684
Arbitration & Mediation, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Shelley Kester is an award-winning attorney, a community leader, a dynamic communicator and a caring individual. She is Chair of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan. Her practice includes nearly all aspects of family law, including divorce law and child custody. She was among the first in Northern Michigan to complete the Family Law Certificate Program through the Institute of Continuing Education and the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan. She is President of wilson Kester, the Empowered Divorce Source. A frequent contributor to the Institute of Continuing Legal Education, Ms. Kester is...
Kevin Michael Hirzel
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Kevin Michael Hirzel
Traverse City, MI Lawyer with 17 years of experience
(231) 498-7016 1001 Bay St. #E
Traverse City, MI 49684
Real Estate
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law
Kevin Hirzel is the Managing Member of Hirzel Law, PLC. Hirzel Law has offices in Farmington and Traverse City and services clients throughout the State of Michigan. Mr. Hirzel focuses his practice on condominium law, homeowners association law, litigation and real estate law. He has received numerous recognitions on a local and national level for the high level of representation that he provides to clients. Mr. Hirzel is a fellow in the College of Community Association Lawyers, a prestigious designation given to less than 175 attorneys in the country. He was named a Leading Lawyer in Michigan in 2018,...
Frederik Stig-Nielsen
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Frederik Stig-Nielsen
Frankfort, MI Lawyer
(231) 714-4128 427 Main Street Suite 201
P.O. Box 508
Frankfort, MI 49635
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense
Lewis & Clark Law School
Mas/Stig-Nielsen was founded because there is a need for high-quality, smart criminal defense in northern Michigan. We are committed to serving the needs of people accused of crimes by the government. Our firm is guided by the words of author and activist Bryan Stevenson,
each of us is more than the worst thing we’ve ever done. Regardless of what you stand accused of doing, we will help you.

Defense attorneys often sell themselves as being aggressive advocates in the courtroom, however, in our experience, that is not enough. Mas/Stig-Nielsen vehemently fights for our clients but more importantly we are prepared,...
Jay E. Burrows
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Jay E. Burrows
Shelby, MI Attorney with 47 years of experience
(231) 861-2183 191 N. Michigan Ave.
Shelby, MI 49455
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.
Mary Ann Wehr
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Mary Ann Wehr
Traverse City, MI Attorney
(231) 633-3282 120 E Front Street
Traverse City, MI 49684
Estate Planning
Elena Lentz
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Elena Lentz
Traverse City, MI Lawyer
(231) 922-6800 627 W. Front Street
Traverse City, MI 49684
Divorce and Family
Elena A. Lentz is a proud Michigan native, a fierce advocate for her clients, and dedicated family law attorney. Elena is the oldest of five siblings, which gives her a unique perspective on family law issues. She graduated from Michigan State University in 2017, where she participated in the Honors College, Political Science Scholars, and Political Science Advisory Committee. During her tenure at MSU, she completed internships at the Senate Majority Policy Office, Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, and the 6th District Congressional Office. Elena went on to attend Indiana University Maurer School of Law in Bloomington, where...
Janet M Mistele
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Janet M Mistele
Traverse City, MI Lawyer with 35 years of experience
(231) 944-3996 2640 Hedwidge Drive
Traverse City, MI 49684
Animal, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Estate Planning
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Janet M. Mistele, J.D. is a member of the State Bar of Michigan (1989), the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan (1991), and the North Carolina State Bar (2003). Ms. Mistele earned her Juris Doctor degree, Magna Cum Laude, from the Thomas M. Cooley Law School, where she was a member of the National Trial Team, and earned American Jurisprudence Awards for top honors in seven of her law school courses. Upon graduation from law school in 1989, Ms. Mistele accepted a position with the Michigan Court of Appeals in Lansing, Michigan as a Prehearing Attorney,...
Wendy K. Bailey
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Wendy K. Bailey
Traverse City, MI Attorney with 20 years of experience
(888) 529-2259 13300 S. West Bay Shore Drive, Suite A5
Traverse City, MI 49684
Divorce, Estate Planning, Family and Immigration
Wayne State University Law School
Practice Areas: Immigration Law, Social Security Disability, Family Law, Estate Planning Admissions: Michigan, 2004 U.S. District Court, Eastern District, 2005 U.S. District Court, Western District, 2005 Law School: Wayne State University, J.D., 2004 Utrecht University, The Netherlands, exchange student, 2003 College: Eastern Michigan University, B.A., cum laude, 1998 La Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro, México, exchange student, 1998
Jason J. Elmore
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Jason J. Elmore
Cadillac, MI Lawyer with 26 years of experience
120 West Harris Street
Cadillac, MI 49601
Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Domestic Violence
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Mary E. (Betsy) Mas
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Mary E. (Betsy) Mas
Frankfort, MI Attorney
(231) 714-4128 427 Main Street, Suite 201
Frankfort, MI 49635
Criminal Defense
Lewis & Clark Law School
Mas/Stig-Nielsen was founded because there is a need for high-quality, smart criminal defense in northern Michigan. We are committed to serving the needs of people accused of crimes by the government. Our firm is guided by the words of author and activist Bryan Stevenson,
each of us is more than the worst thing we’ve ever done. Regardless of what you stand accused of doing, we will help you.

Defense attorneys often sell themselves as being aggressive advocates in the courtroom, however, in our experience, that is not enough. Mas/Stig-Nielsen vehemently fights for our clients but more importantly we are...
Matthew Motley
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Matthew Motley
Traverse City, MI Attorney
(231) 922-6800 627 W. Front Street
Traverse City, MI 49684
Divorce and Family
Matt S. Motley practices all aspects of family law, advocating for the best possible outcome for clients. Matt is a proud Michigan native, Spartan, family man, and family law attorney. Matt is a distinguished Senior Attorney, whose unwavering dedication has secured successful outcomes for hundreds of family law clients. Matt holds a B.A. in Political Theory and Constitutional Democracy from Michigan State University’s James Madison College, with a Minor in Spanish and Business. He further solidified his legal acumen, graduating Cum Laude with a Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law, and holds a Certificate in Domestic Relations Mediation. Before...
Jan Geht
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Jan Geht
Traverse City, MI Lawyer with 20 years of experience
(231) 941-8192 620-A Woodmere
Traverse City, MI 49686
Business, Estate Planning, Tax and White Collar Crime
Mr. Geht is an attorney with extensive public and private sector experience. After clerking for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit, Mr. Geht joined a top law firm in Washington, D.C., where his practice included accountant malpractice litigation, environmental litigation, and labor and employment law. Until he moved to Traverse City in October of 2012, Mr. Geht served for five years as a Trial Attorney with the Tax Division of the U.S. Department of Justice. He received several awards from the Department of Justice and from the Internal Revenue Service for his...
Ryann Embury
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Ryann Embury
Traverse City, MI Lawyer
(231) 421-8400 12930 South West Bayshore Drive
Traverse City, MI 49684
Personal Injury
As a partner at the firm Miller Embury, PLLC, Traverse City attorney Ryann S. Embury represents injury victims, businesses and those with assorted civil legal issues. Prior to the founding of his current practice, Attorney Embury served as a prosecutor and attorney at the firm of Jones, Skelton, & Hochuli in Phoenix. He is a graduate of the University of Calgary and the Michigan State University College of Law. For your consultation, please contact his firm today.
Patrick Allen Cherry
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Patrick Allen Cherry
Cadillac, MI Attorney with 8 years of experience
(231) 775-1391 120 W. Harris Street
Cadillac, MI 49601
Criminal Defense, Juvenile, Probate and Real Estate
A native Michigander and veteran of the United States Air Force, Patrick Cherry received his B.A. degree with high honors from University of Michigan in 2012. He then worked as a judicial intern and law clerk while attending Wayne State University Law School, graduating in 2015. After graduation, Patrick moved with his family to Interlochen to enable his oldest son to attend the prestigious Interlochen Arts Academy. Patrick joined McCurdy, Wotila & Porteous in April 2016 as the newest Associate Attorney in the firm. As a trial lawyer, Patrick represents our clients in all types of litigation including...
Melissa Baumgartner Umulis
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Melissa Baumgartner Umulis
Traverse City, MI Lawyer with 13 years of experience
(231) 929-3450 600 E. Front Street, Ste. 102
Traverse City, MI 49686
Divorce, Domestic Violence, Estate Planning and Family
Elisabeth Haub School of Law - Pace University
Mallory  King
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Mallory King
Traverse City, MI Attorney with 8 years of experience
(231) 248-4296 229 Fairlane Dr.
Traverse City, MI 49684
IP and Trademarks
Michigan State University College of Law
Michael B. Brown
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Michael B. Brown
Ludington, MI Attorney with 15 years of experience
(231) 425-3268 214 East Ludington Avenue
Ludington, MI 49431
Criminal Defense and DUI & DWI
Nathan Piwowarski
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Nathan Piwowarski
Cadillac, MI Attorney
(231) 775-1391 120 W. Harris St.
Cadillac, MI 49601
Business, Elder, Estate Planning and Municipal
Nathan Piwowarski is a shareholder and attorney at McCurdy Wotila & Porteous, a law firm that serves northern lower Michigan. Nathan's practice includes estate planning, small business transactions, and municipal law. Nathan earned his B.A. degree in 2002 from Albion College, Summa Cum Laude. He then worked on the campaign and in the legislative office of State Senator Michelle McManus. As an aide to Senator McManus, Nathan was responsible for policy areas ranging from local economic development to natural resource and environmental quality regulation. Nathan earned his J.D. degree in 2007 from the Michigan State University College of Law,...
Maurice A. Borden
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Maurice A. Borden
Traverse City, MI Attorney with 41 years of experience
(231) 947-0400 310 West Front Street, Suite 300
Traverse City, MI 49684
Appeals
I provide legal services to individuals, businesses, and property and casualty insurers, with a focus on litigation.
Todd Bailey
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Todd Bailey
Traverse City, MI Attorney
(888) 529-2259 13300 S. West Bay Shore Dr., Suite A5
Traverse City, MI 49684
Business, Maritime, Personal Injury and Social Security Disability
Todd Bailey is a general practitioner who represents individuals and businesses with their legal needs. While Todd is physically located in Traverse City, he has clients in other areas of Northern Michigan, the State of Michigan, and other states in the country who have legal needs in Michigan. In addition, Todd's practice in Maritime law may also involve his involvement in federal courts throughout the country. Todd is able to represent clients who are located outside the Traverse City area due to his availability by telephone, fax, mail, and email.
Cameron S. Harwell
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Cameron S. Harwell
Cadillac, MI Lawyer with 28 years of experience
(231) 876-1728 140 W. River St.
Ste 3
Cadillac, MI 49601
Criminal Defense, Family, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Mark R. Mitchell
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Mark R. Mitchell
Cadillac, MI Lawyer with 34 years of experience
(231) 775-7300 124 E Chapin St
Cadillac, MI 49601
Business, Collections, Criminal Defense and Divorce
John A. Macneal
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John A. Macneal
Traverse City, MI Attorney
(231) 947-0400 310 W Front St. #300
Traverse City, MI 49684
Business, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Gary Gardner
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Gary Gardner
Traverse City, MI Lawyer
(231) 941-5878 735 S Garfield Ave.
Suite 202
Traverse City, MI 49686
Business, Collections and Consumer
Jesse Latta Williams
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Jesse Latta Williams
Traverse City, MI Attorney
(231) 920-8340 125 S Park St
Ste 100
Traverse City, MI 49684
Criminal Defense
Darryl T. Johnson
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Darryl T. Johnson
TRAVERSE CITY, MI Attorney with 32 years of experience
(231) 271-4005 4408 LONG WOOD DR
TRAVERSE CITY, MI 49685
Administrative, Business, Estate Planning and Real Estate
Carri M Briseno
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Carri M Briseno
Lake City, MI Attorney with 10 years of experience
(231) 394-0149 1501 S Morey Rd, Ste B
Lake City, MI 49651
Divorce, Estate Planning, Family and Landlord Tenant
George R. Thompson
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George R. Thompson
Traverse City, MI Lawyer
(231) 929-9700 309 East Front Street
Traverse City, MI 49684
Personal Injury
William M. Conklin
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William M. Conklin
Traverse City, MI Lawyer with 46 years of experience
(231) 499-5606 10127 E Grandview Ct
Traverse City, MI 49684
Michael Alan Richey
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Michael Alan Richey
Traverse City, MI Lawyer
(231) 947-4900 4020 Copper View, Suite 104
Traverse City, MI 49684
Divorce
Paul A. Hubbell
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Paul A. Hubbell
Traverse City, MI Attorney with 38 years of experience
(231) 313-1490 PO Box 6258
Traverse City, MI 49696-6258
Business, Criminal Defense, Divorce and Estate Planning
Robert Guyot
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Robert Guyot
Traverse City, MI Lawyer
(231) 947-0808 300 E Front St
Traverse City, MI 49684
Divorce and Family
Matthew Cross
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Matthew Cross
Traverse City, MI Lawyer
(231) 922-1888 400 W. Front Street, Suite 200
Traverse City, MI 49684
Administrative, Business, Entertainment & Sports and Municipal
Taylor Ann (Anna) Fiorvento
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Taylor Ann (Anna) Fiorvento
Traverse City, MI Lawyer
801 S Garfield Ave #308
Traverse City, MI 49686
Learn more about Anna by visiting her firm's website: https://fiorventolaw.wordpress.com/about/
Anthony Cicchelli
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Anthony Cicchelli
Beulah, MI Attorney
(231) 822-0022 448 Court Place
Beulah, MI 49617
Criminal Defense
James Christopherson
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James Christopherson
Traverse City, MI Lawyer
100 Park Street
Traverse City, MI 49684
Appeals, Arbitration & Mediation, Business and Construction
Wayne State University Law School
James A. Christopherson, Esq. is an arbitrator, mediator and practicing attorney. He has over 28 years of experience as an attorney, arbitrator and mediator in complex construction, real estate, healthcare, commercial, contractual, financial and environmental disputes. He is available to provide legal assistance in commercial, healthcare, real estate, construction and environmental disputes throughout the State of Michigan. He is a Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. Mr. Christopherson is on the National Roster of Neutral Arbitrators for both Commercial Arbitration and Construction Arbitration for the American Arbitration Association. He is an Arbitrator for the...
James R. Prince
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James R. Prince
Hart, MI Lawyer with 43 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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