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Britt Morton Cobb has been practicing law since 1998. She practices in both Michigan and Colorado. She has worked exclusively as a defense attorney, representing the accused in criminal cases at the trial level and in appeals at both the federal and state court levels. Britt's focus is on her federal practice, handling everything from serious drug trafficking and fraud offenses to more minor federal offenses. But, she also handles criminal cases in trial and appellate courts across Michigan and Colorado.. Britt is a conscientious, caring, and detail-oriented legal advisor. She puts clients at ease with her positive attitude, her warmth, and her penchant for problem solving.. Britt worked in Denver, Colorado for 8 years after graduating law school at the Law Firm of Abraham Hutt. When her family relocated to Grand Rapids, Michigan in 2006, Britt landed with the acclaimed criminal defense firm of Willey & Chamberlain. She worked at Willey & Chamberlain as associate then partner for 18 years. Recently, Britt's family has relocated back to Denver and she started a solo practice, handling cases in both Michigan and Colorado.. Bar Admissions. Honors & Awards. Professional Associations. o Treasurer, 2019-2021. o President-elect 2021-2022. o Newsletter Editor, 2019-2021. o President, 2022-2023

Brian Gordon was raised in East Lansing area where he attended and graduated from Okemos High School in 1989. Brian attended and graduated from Michigan State University in 1994 and Michigan State University College of Law in 1999 (formerly known as the Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University).

Brandon Hewitt is an attorney and the Chief Operating Officer at Michigan Auto Law. His top priority is ensuring the best possible client experience for everyone, from the initial consultation to the final settlement check. Brandon began his career with Michigan Auto Law as a law clerk in 2005 and he has extensive experience working at every level within the firm. Brandon is also an accomplished trial attorney, even holding the record for the largest pain and suffering jury verdict in Ottawa County history.. Brandon is a husband, father, son, and brother, and extends the same care and compassion he gives his own family to each of Michigan Auto Law’s clients.  He grew up in the Grand Rapids area and continues to reside there with his family.. Brandon’s mission is to make every client of Michigan Auto Law’s legal experience as easy and exceptional as possible. He works closely with all of Michigan Auto Law’s attorneys and professional staff so that we can continue to deliver the results and communication that our clients have come to expect from the most successful automobile accident law firm in the State of Michigan.. Brandon divides his time between being one of Michigan’s most successful auto accident attorneys and as Michigan Auto Law’s COO. As a trial attorney, he has recovered millions of dollars in compensation and benefits for his clients, including the largest pain and suffering jury verdict in Ottawa County history – a trial verdict that was over 10 times the defendant’s final offer.

Brandon Gardner founded Brandon Gardner & Associates, PLC on the principle that every client deserves zealous, high-quality legal representation, especially those facing the most serious crimes and complex family disputes. Brandon has over twenty years' experience in multiple aspects of the court system from small claims dispute resolution to appeals to the Michigan Supreme Court and utilizes this breadth of knowledge to develop custom solutions to every case at the firm, no matter the complexity.. Mr. Gardner’s practice areas include serious felonies and federal crimes, complex domestic litigation, and personal injury litigation. Additionally, he is an approved domestic relations mediator on many court rosters throughout Michigan.. Brandon is admitted to practice in Michigan, the Federal District and Bankruptcy Courts for the Western and Eastern Districts of Michigan, and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. His professional memberships include the Criminal Law, Children's Law, and Family Law Sections of the State Bar of Michigan; the Grand Rapids Bar Association; the State Bar of Michigan Access to Justice Policy Committee where he makes recommendations on proposed rule and law changes and their impact on underrepresented communities; and the State Bar of Michigan Judicial Qualifications Committee where he makes recommendations concerning judiical appointments to the Governor's office. Other professional memberships include the Monroe North Business Association and Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce.. Since 2016, Mr. Gardner has been annually rated “AV Preeminent” by Martindale-Hubbell and recognized as a Michigan Rising Star by Thompson-Reuters. He has written several articles for the Ingham County Bar Association's "Briefs" and the Grand Rapids Lawyer. Mr. Gardner has practiced in over 30 Michigan Counties and appeared before over a hundred jurists.. Brandon completed his undergraduate degree at California State University, Fullerton, and earned his juris doctorate from Michigan State University College of Law. He is an active volunteer in the community regularly assisting low-income individuals, sober living groups, local farms, and community service providers.

Born and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Meredith graduated from Davenport University in 1991 with her Associates in Legal Secretary, and 2001 with her BA in General Business. She has worked as a legal assistant for a general practice law firm for over 23 years.. As a legal assistant, Meredith handled numerous cases involving family law, auto accidents, personal injury, business litigation, probate and estate matters, criminal cases, contract claims, and real estate matters.. As a small law firm, Fox Law is able to offer an efficient and affordable approach to your legal concerns. Additionally, the ultimate goal is to build a lifetime relationship with you. Meredith understands that each client has different goals and she can identify and align the law to each situation.

Board Certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law by the American Board of Certification, 35 years experience, specializing in debt relief for individuals, families and small businesses. Chapter 7 or 13, simple flat fee for most cases. Ask about our simple fee guarantee. Stop lawsuits, garnishment, debt collection action. Save your home or car from foreclosure or repossession. Discharge debt or consolidate. We will choose the best option for each client. Free consultation. Chapter 7 discharges most debts without payments, while chapter 13 consolidates debts into a payment plan that is based on the ability to pay rather than the amount owed. We specialize in chapter 7 and chapter 13 bankrutpcy. We have offices in Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Muskegon, Lansing and Big Rapids.. USADebt Bankruptcy Attorneys, or call.

Benjamin W. Mills specializes in personal injury litigation, automobile no-fault law, commercial litigation, environmental law and product liability.

Ben White practices bankruptcy law, estate planning, and litigation. He currently serves as Chair of the West Michigan Federal Bar Association's Bankruptcy Section, and also serves on the Board of the West Michigan Chapter of the Turnaround Management Association. Ben was recently selected as a 2016 "Rising Star" by Super Lawyers magazine. Ben is a native of Grand Rapids, and lives with his wife and three children in Ada (a suburb of Grand Rapids).

Before joining the civil defense bar over 20 years ago, Dale Arndt formerly served as a Prehearing Attorney to the Michigan Court of Appeals and Federal Judicial Law Clerk to United States District Court Judge Robert Holmes Bell.. Mr. Arndt’s area of practice includes all areas of civil and insurance defense litigation and appeals, including auto negligence, insurance coverage disputes, first-party claims, products liability, employment, premises liability, professional malpractice, general business and workers' compensation. Mr. Arndt has received the highest peer review rating in legal abilities and ethical standards, AV Preeminent, as published by Martindale Hubbell. Mr. Arndt was selected as a Top Rated Lawyer in Insurance Law by American Lawyer Media and Martindale Hubbell, and a Michigan Super Lawyer in 2013 and 2014.. Mr. Arndt serves as primary trial counsel in cases pending in State and Federal courts throughout the State of Michigan, and often provides presentations to insurance companies, businesses and litigation groups on the involved concepts effecting litigation, investigation and risk management.. He has been instrumental in developing many of the emerging trends impacting upon the defense of third and first-party no-fault litigation in the State of Michigan and previously authored a practitioner’s guide for outlining medical malpractice litigation procedures, "Medical Liability Reform under 1993 P.A. 78," Michigan Bar Journal, November, 1993, Volume 72, No. 11; also available on Westlaw database "Journals & Law Reviews."

Attorney and founding firm partner Charles E. Chamberlain, Jr. has been practicing law in West Michigan for over 30 years. His legal practice has covered a wide variety of trial work in both federal and state courts. Early in his career, “Chip” Chamberlain was a federal prosecutor, as well as a defense attorney.. Chip has earned an excellent reputation among fellow attorneys and judges, and is known as a tough and effective advocate for his clients. He is a fellow of the American and Michigan Bar Foundations. He has also been listed in The Best Lawyers in America every year since 2000, and in Michigan Super Lawyers since 2006. The Grand Rapids Magazine has also recognized him as one of Michigan’s top lawyers.. If you have been charged with a crime, you need aggressive, effective and efficient representation dedicated to protecting your rights and interests at every stage of your case. Experienced attorney Chip Chamberlain will effectively support you from the grand jury investigation through an appeal, if necessary.

Attorney Mike Hanrahan was born and raised in a small town in Western New York. He attended St. Bonaventure University where he obtained his Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Business Administration with concentrations in Finance, Accounting, and Economics. During his time at St. Bonaventure, Mike was actively involved in University activities, including a starting role on the University's nationally-recognized, Division 1 rugby team.. Mike moved to Grand Rapids to attend Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2010 where he was a consistent member of the Dean's List and Honor Roll. Mike served as a Teaching and Research Assistant to Prof. Victoria Vuletich in her ethics class at Cooley Law. Mike graduated Cooley Law cum laude and passed the Bar on his first attempt in early 2013.. After obtaining an associate attorney position following a successful internship at the law firm of Chase & Bylenga, PLLC, Mike decided to make West Michigan his home. He has since returned to the classroom to refine his expertise in the area of Tax Law by pursuing a Master's of Law degree in Taxation which he finished in May of 2015. To add to his professional resume, Mike is also a licensed Real Estate Salesperson.. When Mike isn't working, he is an avid outdoorsman, an experienced skier, and enjoys spending time with family and friends. Feel free to contact Mike or any of the experienced attorneys in the law firm of Chase & Bylenga for knowledgeable and informative answers to your legal questions related to Bankruptcy, Tax, and Business matters.

Attorney Michelle K. Burns was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, and spent her childhood in Kentwood, Michigan, except for one year spent living in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.. Michelle earned two Bachelor of Arts degrees from Michigan State University: Political Science and Criminal Justice. She received her Juris Doctor from the Michigan State University College of Law.. During her free time, Michelle coaches East Kentwood High School's We the People Team, which is a competition based on governement and the Constitution.

Attorney John Dodson has been practicing law for over 15 years.  He has handled thousands of cases throughout West Michigan.  Mr. Dodson is a United States military veteran, having served in the US Navy and US Navy Reserves from 1987 through 1995.  He graduated with honors from Bethel College in Mishawaka, Indiana in 1996 with a BA, then Western Michigan University Cooley Law School in Lansing, Michigan in December 2000 with a Juris Doctorate. Attorney Dodson has professional associations with the Debtor’s Bar Association of Western Michigan, the Federal Bar Association and the Grand Rapids Bar Association.

At Malinowski Law, we treat our clients like people, not cases. It doesn’t matter how you got into debt, we believe everyone deserves the chance for relief. We offer high quality and affordable legal services in a casual and relaxred environment, and weekend and evening appointments. In more than 30 years of practice we have successfully helped thousands of people and earned a reputation for caring, efficient and effective service.

Aileen practices in the areas of commercial and real estate litigation and construction law. She has represented a variety of clients in these areas, including developers, design professionals, contractors, subcontractors, owners, sureties, manufacturers, governmental agencies, insurers, and suppliers. For the past 20 years, she has been a lecturer and author on many topics involving contract and construction law including Alternative Dispute Resolution, Bidding on Public Works, Public Works Act, MIOSHA Compliance, the Michigan Construction Lien Act, and the Builders Trust Fund Act. Aileen assists clients with transactional and litigation needs, including contract review, preparation, and negotiation, and pre-suit claims evaluation and facilitation.

Aggressive, experienced, hard working attorney working for YOU!  As communication is key, I will keep you informed, educate you about the system, law and case, and give you the honest pro's and con's to your case.  I provide all clients statutes, case law, and my personal cell number - I'd rather you call with a question or to talk about your case then loose sleep! Secretary, para-legal, computer forensic examiner, private investigator, and associate attorney are ready willing and able to work on your case.  I have represented clients agains: health care fraud; mortgage fraud; conspiracies; gun charges; murder; drugs; sex crimes and more.

After working as a therapist assisting families with various emotional and psychological crisis, I determined that I could greatly assist clients as an attorney practicing family law.  I obtained experience at a Legal Aid clinic and as a clerk in the family law court before joining Kraayeveld Law.   I work hard ensuring that my clients receive the results that they request, and I make sure that my clients know what to expect and are pleased with my services.

After much consideration, In January, 2013, I along with Jerry Lykins, Mark Hunting and Jason Jansma formed the West Michigan Defense Team.  Our goals are to provide complete criminal defense to the entire West Michigan community.. We have a collective 60 years of criminal defense experience that ranges from MIP's to Murder.  We provide a thorough review and honest analysis of each individual's situation.  We are not afraid to take a matter to trial.. I have completed extensive training regarding Drunk Drivng offenses including attending Standardized Field Sobriety Testing training provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.  Additionally, I am also a charter member of the Michigan Association of OWI Attorneys and National College of DUI Defense where I continue to gain knowledge and attend training to best serve someone charged with Operating While Intoxicated.

After law school, my wife and I returned to Grand Rapids, where I have practiced law for over 33 years.  As a founding member of Gruel Mills in 1985, my practice has focused on complex litigation, where I have been privileged to help hundreds, if not thousands, of individuals and families, who have experienced personal tragedy and loss.  I am a devoted husband and father of three and a proud new grandfather.

Aaron Lemmens grew up in the small city of Sheboygan, Wisconsin with his parents and older brother. There he participated in community-oriented organizations such as the Boy Scouts of America where he obtained his Eagle Scout alongside his friend and eventual Law Partner Justin Norcross. Growing up Aaron learned the value of hard work, the importance of family, and commitment to his community. This commitment and wish to better himself lead him to attending Undergraduate School at University of Wisconsin-Sheboygan and obtaining his Associates Degree of Arts and Science in 2005 and later his Bachelor of Science from University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Helen Bader School of Social Welfare in 2008.. Following his strong sense of commitment to justice and serving the community Aaron made the decision to attend Thomas M. Cooley Law School in Grand Rapids, Michigan. During his time in law school, he completed an externship at the National Guard Judge Advocate General Office in Lansing, Michigan where he assisted in reviewing investigations and researching operational legal questions that had a direct positive impact on those involved. He later graduated from Cooley Law School Cum Laude in 2011. Aaron is admitted to practice in both the Western and Eastern District of Michigan United States District Court.. From 2012-2020 Aaron worked for a major Disability Law Firm in Michigan where he gained the critical knowledge, experience, and expertise to diligently represent his clients. During his time there he handled hundreds of Social Security Disability and Workers Compensation cases.. In 2020 Aaron made the decision to start his own law firm, Lemmens & Norcross PLLC where he continues to fight for his clients in obtaining their disability benefits.

A West Michigan native, Joshua Tanis co-founded Tanis Schultz in 2011 with Steven D. Schultz. Before serving Grand Rapids as an attorney, he received his undergrad in Political Science from Grand Valley State University. He would go on to graduate cum laude from the Thomas Cooley Law School. A diversely experienced and capable lawyer, Mr. Tanis practices divorce, criminal defense, contract, estate planning, and general civil litigation.To keep up with the latest changes in state and federal law, Mr. Tanis maintains membership with the Grand Rapids Bar Association, the State Bar of Michigan, the American Bar Association, and the Federal Court’s Western District of Michigan. He is known for providing clients with a personal touch, making himself available to answer questions and concerns throughout the case. Call Tanis Schultz to request a free initial consultation.

A Life Devoted to Justice, Honor, and Service. Beginning with his service in the United States Army Judge Advocate General Corps, where he defended those who defend America, Mike Bartish has always been a force to be reckoned with. A criminal defense attorney whose compassion for his clients is as fierce as his courtroom skills, Mike has been an unwavering advocate for justice and the accused for nearly two decades. His story is not just about legal triumphs but a dedication to service that transcends professional boundaries.. Early Life and Education. Mike Bartish's journey in the realm of law began at the University of Notre Dame, where he attended on a U.S. Army R.O.T.C. scholarship. Yet it was at the University of Cincinnati College of Law where he honed his legal skills, setting the stage for a remarkable career that would extend far beyond the confines of the courtroom.. A Lawyer's Mind, a Soldier's Soul: The Army Years. After graduating from law school, Mike joined the United States Army Judge Advocate General Corps, where he took his first steps in criminal law. Stationed at Fort Hood, Texas, and serving in the First Cavalry Division and the Trial Defense Services, Mike navigated the intricacies of over 100 cases and 15 jury trials, including high-profile murder and attempted murder cases. His four-year tenure in active duty honed not just his legal skills but also instilled an unbreakable sense of duty, honor, and service.. A New Chapter: The Birth of SBBL Law, PLLC. Leaving active duty after four years, Mike moved to Grand Rapids and worked for two renowned law firms before joining forces with Gary Springstead to create Springstead & Bartish Law, PLLC in 2011. What began as a modest, three-person operation quickly established itself by turning seemingly indefensible cases into trial successes. As the firm’s reputation grew, so did the size of the firm until it evolved into SBBL Law, PLLC, - West Michigan’s premier criminal defense firm.. A Lawyer With a Heart. Mike has a reputation for taking his cases personally. Some might see this as a weakness; for him, it's an unmatched strength. Specializing in defending clients charged with some of the most serious criminal offenses imaginable, Mike's numerous acquittals in both state and federal courts speak volumes about his commitment to his clients—whom he defends as passionately as if they were family. Mike also understands, however, that sometimes clients need more than just a defense in the courtroom. Mike has a unique ability to fashion resolutions for his clients in lieu of trial that address the client’s circumstances and treat the underlying cause of uncharacteristic actions. Mike’s reputation for honesty, honor, and ethical behavior has allowed him to cultivate trustworthy relationships with prosecuting attorneys and courts throughout the state to benefit his clients.. Mike’s advocacy is not limited to trials. Mike has also established himself as a formidable advocate for his clients in the appellate courts. With extensive experience in the 6th Circuit Court of Appeals and Michigan appellate courts, his record includes numerous victories and precedent-setting published decisions.. A Lasting Legacy. In addition to his civilian practice, Mike dedicated his life to the United States Army. Mike served on active duty in the Army Reserves and the Michigan National Guard for 26 years, retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel in May 2023. He spent most of his career as a trial defense attorney and defense appellate counsel defending those defending America.. Beyond Legal Briefs and Courtrooms. His service didn't stop at the courtroom or the military. It extends to shaping future legal minds as a West Catholic High School Mock Trial Team volunteer coach. What spare time Mike does have, he spends with his wife Anne (an accomplished attorney in her own right) and his four children. On weekends, Mike can usually be found on the sideline of an athletic field (often multiple fields), cheering on his children or immersed in a spirited yard or board game with his family.

25 years of experience in business and real estate litigation, as well as counseling businesses on the entire spectrum of operational issues, including contract negotiation, employment matters, intellectual property issues, and corporate governance.

18 years ago I started my career as an engineer in the field of manufacturing and design engineering in the automotive and major home appliance industries.  For a number of reasons I felt that going to law school and transitioning into a patent attorney was the right move for me.  I have now been practicing for six years, and thoroughly enjoy developing professional relationships with clients, allowing them to share their innovations with me, and protecting their legal interests.