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Ryan F. Beach earned his bachelor's degree from Michigan State University and his juris doctorate from Wayne State University.  Ryan Beach is board certified in consumer bankruptcy law and has represented hundreds of individuals in Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 cases.. Ryan F. Beach currently lives in Grand Rapids with his wife Sarah Sobczak Beach and their two children.. The Law Offices of Ryan F. Beach, PLLC is a small consumer bankruptcy law firm located in Grand Rapids, MI, specializing in Chapter 7, Chapter 13, and debt settlement negotiation.  The Law Offices of Ryan F. Beach, PLLC serves Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Lansing, and West Michigan.. The Law Offices of Ryan F. Beach, PLLC can help with the following:Foreclosure PreventionStop GarnishmentsAuto Loans/RepossessionsUtility ShutoffsCredit Cards/unsecured loansCreditor HarassmentDebt SettlementEliminate 2nd MortgageIRS & State Tax DebtFor more information please visit our website or call for a free phone or in-office consultation -.

Rick prides himself on providing excellent client service, communication, and protecting the rights of injured auto crash victims.. In 2018, Rick received a $520,000 jury verdict in Ottawa County, the largest car accident verdict for pain and suffering damages in West Michigan that year.. As an avid rider, Rick also works with many injured motorcyclists. Recently, Rick won a $400,000 settlement for an injured motorcyclist who was hit by a negligent driver, where the insurance company was refusing to take responsibility, disputing both how the crash occurred and the extent of his client’s injuries

Review:  "Ashley was amazing. I wasn't sure what I needed (a will or a trust) but I was able to explain my situation to Ashley and she offered the pros and cons for each option along with her professional opinion. I went with the Trust package and am not disappointed. The documents were put together in a timely manner. When it came time for me to sign the documents, Ashley went through each section and patiently answered any and all of the questions I had, in a down to earth easy to understand manner. I would recommend her to everyone. Plus, she made me aware of a few other things I am eligible for that will save me money in the long run. She really went above and beyond in that regard. I highly recommend her."

Recognized since 2024 by Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch® for his work in municipal law, Dave serves as senior legal counsel for multiple municipalities and public entities. He has extensive experience advising local governments regarding complex, high-profile legal matters, and he works closely with elected bodies and senior officials to develop legally sound, practical solutions, achieve objectives, and reduce liabilities.. Dave holds a Bachelor of Arts from Calvin University, a Master of Public Affairs from Indiana University’s O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, and a Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law (Cum Laude). Previously, Dave served as a law clerk to the Hon. David F. Viviano of the Michigan Supreme Court and as an assistant prosecuting attorney for Ionia County.. In addition to representing a wide variety of cities, townships, villages, and other public sector entities, Dave frequently presents on a range of municipal topics. He is a member of the State Bar Government Law Section and serves on the Michigan Municipal League's Economic Development & Land Use Committee as well as the Michigan Association of Municipal Attorney's Education Committee. Dave is an Army veteran, having most recently served as a Civil Affairs officer in the Army Reserve.

Raoul Graham is an attorney at Grewal Law PLLC who brings more than 14 years of legal experience to his practice with the firm. A native of Toronto, Canada, Raoul attended Upper Canada College, Trinity College at the University of Toronto, and Thomas M. Cooley Law School. He graduated with his law degree and was admitted to the Michigan Bar in 2004, at which time he entered private practice. For more than a decade, Raoul obtained extensive experience handling a wide range of legal matters, including personal injury and wrongful death, fraud, whistleblowers, police misconduct, and more. Call today.

Raised in northern Michigan, Jim is a 2002 graduate of the University of Michigan Law School and has developed significant experience in the areas of public sector litigation, criminal and civil ordinance enforcement, and tax and election matters.Jim assists public sector and municipal clients throughout Michigan with a variety of issues, including property tax appeals and the prosecution of criminal and civil municipal ordinance violations.. Jim also practices at the appellate level; in both the circuit court where he has worked successfully to uphold the ordinances of local municipalities against constitutional and evidentiary challenges and in the Court of Appeals where he has successfully defended clients in matters ranging from easement disputes and riparian rights to constitutional issues.Jim enjoys being both advisor and advocate for his clients and offers an aggressive, yet practical, approach which allows him to present the strongest possible case.Jim resides in Plainfield Township with his wife and daughter.

Rachel L. Frank is a third-generation attorney committed to providing confident, compassionate, and tenacious legal representation to individuals throughout Grand Rapids and West Michigan. Understanding firsthand how an exceptional attorney can impact a client's life, the client experience is at the center of Rachel's practice, and she strives to make a difference in each of her client's lives. Clients have described her as empathetic, responsive, and confident in her abilities. From the outset of a case, Rachel takes the time to understand a client's unique situation and concerns, ensuring that her client feels heard, understood, and respected throughout the legal process. More so, no matter a client's situation, she brings a sense of genuine confidence to every case, and her confidence is not unfounded. Rachel's confidence is based on her extensive experience and success representing individuals in complex state and federal criminal cases in courts throughout Michigan. In addition, she has argued before the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals and is admitted to the United States Supreme Court. Throughout the years, she has gained an intimate knowledge of the court systems and what it takes to achieve the best outcomes for her clients. In 2018, Rachel was nominated and admitted to the National Trial Lawyers – Top 40 Under 40 division, recognizing her as one of the top 40 attorneys under the age of 40 in the state of Michigan.

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Professional Profile for Mark Underwood, Founder and Managing Partner. Mark Underwood is an experienced legal professional with a strong technology and business consulting background. With over 20 years of experience, Mark has worked with Fortune 1000 companies, demonstrating his expertise in bridging the gap between technology and law. His career has been marked by significant contributions in various industries, including mobile marketing and emerging technologies such as AI and Blockchain. Mark is a graduate of Beloit College and the Thomas M. Cooley Law School.. Key Skills:. AI & Machine Learning: Mark has extensive experience in AI and machine learning, including NLP, computer vision, and deep learning.Software Development: He is well-versed in agile methodologies, test-driven development (TDD), and version control.Project Management: Mark has a proven track record in project management, including expertise in waterfall, agile, Scrum, and Kanban methodologies.Legal Research & Writing: His legal expertise encompasses contracts, briefs, pleadings, and motions.Legal Technology: Mark is knowledgeable in legal technology, including eDiscovery, document management, and legal AI.Emerging Technologies: He has a deep understanding of emerging technologies such as blockchain, IoT, and 5G.Cross-Functional Team Leadership: Mark has demonstrated strong leadership skills in leading cross-functional teams.Business Strategy & Development: He possesses a strategic mindset for business development and growth.Risk Management & Infrastructure Management: Mark is adept at managing risks and infrastructure in a legal context.. Professional Vision:Mark is not just a lawyer; he is a tech visionary who is dedicated to building the future through disruptive innovation. His passion lies in creating transformative solutions with AI and software, guiding teams to translate complex tech into tangible business successes, disrupting the status quo, and dominating new markets. Mark is committed to contributing his expertise to ventures poised for exponential growth.. Looking to Connect:Mark is seeking to connect with inspiring individuals and organizations tackling the challenges of the future. He is open to collaborating on innovative projects that push the boundaries of what's possible and is eager to contribute his expertise to ventures poised for exponential growth.. Contact Information:For more details on Mark's experience and skills, please feel free to message him or check out his profile.

Primarily, I litigate commercial and financial services disputes in state and federal courts, arbitration (FINRA and AAA) and in facilitative mediation.. Representative cases include:GSAA HOME EQUITY TRUST 2006-2 by and through LL FUNDS LLC v WELLS FARGO BANK NA et al (Case No: 4:14-cv-04166-RAL, USDC for the District of SD Southern Division); DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY v FDIC, as receiver for Washington Mutual Bank, JPMORGAN CHASE BANK, NA and WASHINGTON MUTUAL MORTGAGE SECURITIES CORP. (Case No: 09-CV-1656-RMC, USDC for the District of Columbia); VNB REALTY, INC v US BANK NA (Case No: 13-cv-04743-WJM-MF, USDC for the District of NJ); American Home Mortgage Assets Trust 2007-2 (Case No: 0:14-cv-00453-ADM-TNL, State of MN, 4th District);In re: Volkswagen “Clean Diesel” Products Liability Litigation (Case No: Case 3:15-md-02672-CRB, USDC for the N. District of CA).

Practicing law has been a long-term goal for me ever since participating in a mock trial exercise in middle school. With that goal in mind, I pursued a degree in political science at Grand Valley State University with the intent of going to law school immediately following my undergraduate studies. I graduated cum laude from Michigan State University College of Law and joined the team at Kraayeveld Law.. I have always had a passion for working with kids. Throughout my time in college and law school, I worked as a high school marching band instructor and as a recreational gymnastics coach. One of my proudest achievements was founding and directing a competitive indoor percussion organization for my students to participate in at a local high school. I formed relationships with each of my students and this allowed me to gain insights into teenagers’ struggles and victories. This experience provides me with a greater understanding of young people’s struggles when the parents divorce. I utilizes my passion for helping kids as a family law attorney by working hard to ensure a positive outcome for children as families navigate divorce and custody proceedings.. As a Grand Rapids native, I strive to make a difference in the community by helping families navigate the legal process during a challenging time in their lives. I have a twin brother and value spending time with my large family. In the summer, I spend my spare time outside with my wife, Michelle and our dog, Zoey. In the winter, you can find me on the ski slopes when I am not in the office.

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Personal Injury Attorney, Stephen L. Grimm, has been aggressively defending the rights of injured victims in West Michigan for over 26 years. Providing sound, competent legal representation with a Medical Doctor on staff, Attorney Grimm has recovered millions for individuals & families throughout West Michigan who have suffered from the negligence of physicians, hospitals, legal professionals & careless drivers on the roadways. If you have been injured for any reason, count on the experience and proven success of Stephen L. Grimm. Call today for a consultaion.

Patrick Duff is a proud West Michigan native, having grown up in the Grand Rapids area and along the lakeshore. He is admitted to practice in all Michigan state courts and is an active member of the Michigan State Bar Association, the Grand Rapids Bar Association, and the Michigan Association for Justice. Patrick is deeply connected to his community, attending Madison Church South Hill with his wife and two daughters. When not practicing law, he enjoys spending quality time with family and friends, traveling, reading, playing music, and golfing. Patrick’s approachable demeanor and dedication to his clients make him a trusted advocate in the legal field.

Pat partners with businesses and individuals to successfully complete their real estate and construction projects. He focuses on how best to solve problems and take advantage of opportunities. Pat regularly represents:• Landlords and tenants leasing commercial and industrial space• Buyers and sellers of commercial and residential property• Developers and other property owners seeking zoning approval• Condominium and residential neighborhood associations as general counsel• Businesses and individuals in disputes regarding their real estate or construction projects• Owners and operators of environmentally contaminated sites facing enforcement action• Commercial and residential contractors in construction liens and disputes• County drain commissioners as general counselPat shares an intense interest with his clients in improving the quality of construction developments. He is a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design® Accredited Professional (LEED AP), and can lead you through the evolving legal requirements relating to green building. Pat also frequently helps entrepreneurs and small businesses with their start-up needs through a variety of economic development organizations, including StartGarden and Pure Michigan Business Connect. Pat’s practical approach helps swiftly solve legal issues so that his clients can focus on what they do best.

Nick is a business transactional attorney that predominately handles acquisitions and sales. He also supports clients on corporate matters that arise in the course of conducting business such as entity formation, contracts and real estate. He has a specialty carved out for himself in handling professional practice transitions.. Nick earned his B.A. in Political Science and Minor in German from the University of Michigan. While in law school, He served as the Executive Editor of the Business and Commercial Law Journal, assisted teaching first-year legal writing classes and was elected Secretary of the Student Bar Association.  Additionally, Nick spent a summer semester abroad at the University of New South Wales in Sydney, Australia focusing on anti-trust and competition law.

Nicholas Laue focuses his practice on commercial disputes, receivership actions, bankruptcy litigation, and e-commerce. Nicholas also specializes in protecting, preserving, and monitoring brand identity for third-party sellers on Amazon, eBay, and other e-commerce sites. Before joining Keller & Almassian, PLC, Nicholas was a pre-hearing attorney at the Michigan Court of Appeals.

Nelson Miller is Professor and Associate Dean of Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School’s Grand Rapids campus.  He serves as the law school’s liaison to Western Michigan University.  Before joining Cooley in 2004, Dean Miller practiced civil litigation for 16 years, winning and defending multi-million-dollar civil cases involving motor-vehicle crashes, products liability, airliner and helicopter crashes, civil rights, securities, employment, and business disputes.  Dean Miller has published 29 books and dozens of articles and book chapters on law, law practice, legal education, and related subjects.  He writes book chapters for Michigan’s Institute of Continuing Legal Education and presents at ICLE’s Annual No-Fault Summit.  The State Bar of Michigan recognized Dean Miller with the John W. Cummiskey Award for pro-bono service.  He is one of 26 law professors recognized nationally in Harvard University Press’s new book What the Best Law Professors Do.

My Approach to the Practice of Law. In the simplest terms, an attorney is a problem solver. Specifically, a client comes to the attorney with a problem and seeks the attorney’s assistance in fashioning an outcome that will, from the client’s perspective, solve the problem.. Generally, an attorney’s assistance is required for one of two mains reasons. First, the problem might require a solution that is too complex for a client to solve without the professional and/or legal experience of the attorney.. The second, and far more common reason to seek the assistance of an attorney, is that often times there is an opposing party with the same problems as the client, but with a vastly different idea of what an appropriate outcome should be. When this occurs, I must then persuade the opposing party or a judge that the outcome my client seeks is the most just. This requires a good sense of pragmatism, as well as legal knowledge and ability.. While many people say that they want an attorney that is tough or aggressive, and that will fight for them, they often do not think about what that means. To me, being tough means finding out what my clients wants and not settling for less.. This does not necessarily involve attacking or destroying the opposite party which can have long-term consequences. Often times, such an approach merely results in the parties hating each other, and lawyers making a lot of money. If I can get what my clients want by being nice, then I will be nice. If I must take a case to trial, I will be prepared and put on the best case possible even if it involves presenting facts that the opposite party finds offensive so long as they are relevant and have a bearing on the case.. I never lose sight of the fact that in custody cases, the parties will still be dealing with each other, and their children will still love BOTH of their parents, long after the case has been completed.

Mr. Smith is a shareholder and president of Wheeler Upham, P.C. He practices primarily in the areas of employment law, civil litigation, postal contracts, business law, contracts, construction law, federal government contracts, and postal law. He has extensive litigation experience in these areas and has appeared before federal district courts, courts of appeal, bankruptcy courts, boards of contract appeal, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Merit System Protection Board, and state courts and administrative agencies.. Mr. Smith has successfully assisted clients with document drafting, discrimination claims, disability and Family Medical Leave Act compliance issues, federal disability retirement claims, federal workers’ compensation or OWCP claims, employee handbook questions, and postal contract disputes including holdover tenant claims. Mr. Smith’s litigation experience enables him to spot issues and propose solutions for his clients, thereby saving them time and money by avoiding and addressing legal issues before problems arise.. Each year since 2018, Mr. Smith has been recognized by The Best Lawyers in America in the category of Employment Law – Individual. He was the 2014 and 2016 chairman of the Grand Rapids Bar Association's Labor and Employment Law Section.. Prior to joining Wheeler Upham, Mr. Smith was in-house counsel with the U.S. Postal Service, where he handled some of its most complex litigation involving personal injury, construction claims, leasing issues, and contract disputes. He has unique expertise in federal sector employment law and represents employees of federal agencies in many forums. Mr. Smith handles litigation against the federal government that other attorneys shy away from, including claims arising under the various civil rights laws, the Federal Torts Claim Act, the Freedom of Information Act, and the Contract Disputes Act.. Mr. Smith has published articles in the Michigan Bar Journal on mail disputes and bankruptcy appeals.

Mr. Schnelker has extensive experience in general corporate, financeand real estate matters that are of benefit to most businesses.  He hasrepresented, and continues to represent, real estate developers,manufacturing companies and other growing business with operational,employment and other matters with particular expertise in real estateand inventory financing as well as real estate acquisition, developmentand sale transactions.  In 2007 alone he represented buyers and sellersin real estate transactions valued in the aggregate at more than $50million including transactions involving shopping centers, apartmentbuildings, mobile home parks, private universities and Michigangovernment agencies.

Mr. Northon is a trial attorney that focuses his practice on businesses and the personal and professional needs of their owners. As an advocate, he has tried more than a dozen cases and has broad experience in business and strategic planning, labor relations, and trust litigation issues—including defending pension and healthcare plans, executives and governing boards on compensations issues, and collective-bargaining on behalf of municipalities and energy companies. Mr. Northon's track record includes 7-figure verdicts and settlements on the plainitffs side and zero verdicts while for the defense. His clients include manufacturers, banks, trusts, PACs, medical groups, municipalities, charities, oil and gas producers, institutions of higher education, energy companies, farmers, and select entertainers. He is also in the blockchain space and can provide specific legal advice to select entrepreneurs. St. Thomas More...pray for us.

Mr. Knecht has more than 39 years of experience handling complex employment law problems and employment-related litigation in state and federal courts, administrative tribunals and private dispute resolution proceedings.

Mr. Bylenga primarily represents debtors and creditors in consumer and commercial bankruptcy matters. His practice includes filing bankruptcies petitions for consumers or small businesses, bankruptcy litigation, asset protection, creditor’s rights, commercial workouts, and business reorganizations.

Mike Stroup is an attorney at Lachman King focused on real estate transactions and litigation. Mr. Stroup represents individuals and businesses in west Michigan and beyond in achieving their real estate goals. Prior to Joining Lachman King, Mr. Stroup practiced at a well-respected Grand Rapids law firm where he advised closely held business clients in a variety of industries on transactional matters.. Mr. Stroup volunteers as a pro bono attorney for Legal Aid of Western Michigan's Eviction Diversion Program. He is also an alumni of the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce's Emerging Leaders Series.. Mike Stroup’s representative experience includes the following: