Top best Civil Lawyers Near me in ZIP 48226

With decades of experience, Stephen Estey is well-versed in breaking down the legal complexities that his real estate, energy, and telecommunications clients face. He finds creative solutions to real-world problems while navigating his clients through the entitlement process before administrative and government tribunals, at arbitration, and in the trial and appellate courts.. Whether it’s siting new transmission lines, utility-scale solar and wind farms, wireless telecommunication facilities, or a new commercial building, Steve is a relentless advocate for his clients, which include Fortune 500 companies, energy and telecommunications companies, small businesses, and individuals. He has a deep understanding of their businesses and develops practical, business-focused solutions to achieve their goals. His knowledge and experience is far-reaching, including all land use entitlements, eminent domain, easement disputes, adverse possession issues, boundary and title claims, quite title, general commercial real estate-related matters, and general commercial litigation.. Steve routinely acts as a liaison for his clients in the community, creating alliances with decision-makers and other key constituents. He regularly appears at municipal meetings and public forums, forging relationships to ensure projects and developments move toward completion. Because of the close relationships he has built, Steve has productive working rapport on all sides, giving him the trusted connections necessary to secure approvals and get deals done.. Before joining Zausmer to lead its real estate and renewable energy practice groups, Steve was an equity partner at an Am Law 200 firm. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and his law degree cum laude from the Wayne State University Law School.. Since 2013, Mr. Estey has been recognized in Michigan Super Lawyers and has been recognized since 2018 by The Best Lawyers in America for Land Use and Zoning as well as DBusiness Magazine Top Lawyers in 2019. Hour Detroit Magazine has recognized him as a Top Lawyer in 2019 and he was recognized as a “Lawyer of the Year” for 2021 by The Best Lawyers in America.. Away from the office, Steve enjoys spending time with his wife and six children. He is an avid outdoorsman, fly fisherman and Wolverine football fan.

I'm a member of Dykema's Litigation Department. He has a multi-faceted commercial and business litigation practice. Mr. Moore's primary emphasis is in the area of commercial real estate, financial services, energy, business/shareholder and antitrust litigation. He also represents clients in connection with internal and government investigations. Mr. Moore has achieved many successful outcomes, including trials and arbitrations, for national and international corporations in state, federal and appellate courts. He works closely with each client to understand their business, strategic and litigation objectives to implement a successful, cost-effective litigation outcome.

I have over 28 years experience in Michigan Law. Before I was an attorney, I was a Bank Auditor where I gained valuable insight into the world of debt. Attending law school, I had daily courtroom experience as a Court Clerk in Michigan’s Sixth Circuit Court. In 25 years as an attorney, I represent clients in trial and appeal courts in of the State of Michigan and in the Federal Courts, of Michigan, Ohio and Illinois, including the U.S. Court of Appeal in the Sixth Circuit.. For over 18 years, I have practiced of the law of the collection of debt and in the defense against debt collection. I have extensive knowledge and experience in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 bankruptcy law. I represent both debtor’s and creditors. I help people seeking protection from creditors in bankruptcy, and I represent large and small business, including banks, mortgage companies and mortgage servicers, credit card companies, landlords, condominium associations and homeowner associations, small business owners and many others, to ensure that they received the full share that they are entitled under bankruptcy law. I have also represented the government's interests maintaining fairness to all in the bankruptcy process, as part of the Chapter 13 Trustee's Program.. I am an experienced public speaker and I have been a corporate trainer and panel speaker at local and national bankruptcy seminars and continuing legal education programs.. Because I have represented virtually all sides in debt and bankruptcy cases, My firm, Bredow Law PLC, has a unique insight into the motivations of debtors, creditors and Bankruptcy Trustees. My experience and insight allows Bredow Law to prepare unique and insightful solutions you, whether your are an individual, small business owner, or company.. Bredow Law also counsels small business, individuals and families in Small Business Formation, Creditor & Debtor Rights, Consumer Law, Elder Law, Probate & Estate Planning, Criminal & Traffic matters & Driver's License Restorations. Our broad experience and specialized skills allow us to give the highest quality and cost-effective representation in any area of law where you need help.

Dean Greenblatt is an attorney licensed in Michigan and Florida. Dean holds single, multi-engine, instrument, glider and seaplane ratings and has over 4000 hours flying as an Airline Transport Pilot, flight instructor and professionally for the USAir Group and Kitty Hawk Inc.. A graduate of Michigan State University, and a magna cum laude graduate of the MSU Law College, Dean is a part-time professor of Aviation Law, twice elected Chairperson of the Aviation Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan; Commissioner and Vice-chair of the Michigan Aeronautics Commission by appointment of Governor John Engler; maintains licensure in Michigan as a broker of aircraft and real estate; serves on the Board of Directors of Child and Family Services of Michigan, Inc., and volunteers with Operation Good Cheer.. Dean concentrates his law practice in individualized professional legal services, including: Aviation Law, Business Litigation, Collections, Criminal Defense, Firearm Issues, and Real Estate Law.. Typical aviation cases involve defense of airmen, aircraft operators (including drone operators), and mechanics against FAA enforcement; criminal defense of drone operators; the first civil suit nationwide against a local government's ban on drones (Michigan Coalition of Drone Operators, Inc. v Genesee County); federal civil litigation on breach of contract for an airline client; and, representation of a national airline in personal injury litigation.. Typical firearm-related cases involve criminal defense; recovery of seized firearms; firearm trusts and representation of firearm manufacturers and retailers, criminal record expungement; criminal defense; right-to-carry civil litigation including landmark Michigan cases (Capital Area District Library v. Michigan Open Carry; Michigan Open Carry and Michigan Gun Owners v. Grand Rapids Convention and Arena Authority; Michigan Open Carry v. Clio Area School District).

Alex's law practice is focused on complex litigation matters involving business, real estate, construction, family, environmental and municipal law. Many of his litigation clients are businesses and business owners who, thereafter, seek his advice and counsel on general business and transactional issues, including strategic transactions, operations and corporate structure.. Alex is a Fellow of the Oakland County Bar Foundation, a past president of the Chaldean American Bar Association, as well as a member of the Federal Bar Association, the Oakland County Bar Association, and the American Bar Association. Additionally, Alex is a member of the State Bar of Michigan's Client Protection Fund Committee, the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce and the Historical Society for the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan.. Alex was also honored to serve as a member of the 2013-2014 Judicial Advisory Committee for the United States District Court for The Eastern District of Michigan. As a member of the Judicial Advisory Committee, Alex participated in a process of vetting and recommending individuals to fill federal district court judicial vacancies - recommendations that ultimately reached the White House for use in making judicial appointments.. Alex earned his Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics with Honors from Oakland University in just two and a half years and went on to graduate cum laude from Wayne State University Law School. During his legal studies, Alex interned for the Chief Judge of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, was a Moot Court recipient of an award for Excellence in Oral Advocacy and was the President of the St. Thomas More Society.. REPRESENTATIVE MATTERS. • As first chair trial counsel, Alex led a team that obtained a full dismissal in a significant case with tens of millions of dollars in controversy on behalf of a prominent business leader, his spouse and his business. The Court dismissed the case after concluding the relief the plaintiffs sought was predicated on a fraud.. • Alex was part of a team that obtained an opinion from the Court of Appeals that vacated a multi-million dollar judgment.  • As lead, first chair trial counsel, Alex convinced the Circuit Court to grant a dispositive motion -- filed in lieu of an answer -- that dismissed a business tort action filed by multiple plaintiffs. The Court went on to award Alex's client the costs and attorneys' fees she expended in defending the lawsuit.. • Alex provided extensive assistance in brief writing and at oral argument on a dispositive motion that convinced the Court to award a multi-million dollar judgment to a corporate client, along with his costs and attorneys' fees, in a complex environmental litigation matter.. SPEAKING ENGAGEMENTS. • Commencement Ceremony Key Note, Chaldean Federation of America, June 2, 2012. • What Every Small Business Owner Should Know, Chaldean American Bar Association, March 2010

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.

Experienced Civil attorney serving clients in Bloomfield Hills and surrounding areas.