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Mike focuses his practice in all types of personal injury matters including considerable experience in big truck accident injury cases and workers’ compensation litigation. He has extensive knowledge and experience in determining and locating insurance coverage for the benefit of his clients. He has a police background that helps him to assist clients with a common sense approach in cases caused by traffic and criminal actions leading to injuries. He also has a winning record in the Missouri Court of Appeals and is an accomplished brief writer.. Mike’s experience as a police officer for Eureka, Missouri, has provided him with extensive knowledge and skills not available to other attorneys. In his time on the force, he served as an evidence technician, field training officer, S.W.A.T. team member, traffic enforcement officer and accident reconstructionist.. Mike has served for several years as a resource officer at the Eureka High School. He was awarded the prestigious ROSE Award by the Rockwood School District. He draws from his law enforcement training and experience to the benefit of the law firm’s clients.. Mike completed both this undergraduate (Magna Cum Laude from Lindenwood University) and law degree (Juris Doctorate from St. Louis University) while working full time.. Mike understands the needs of his clients as they try to maintain balance in their daily lives when disrupted by an accident or injury caused by someone else’s negligence or when someone was hurt on the job.

John Jerabek is a shareholder at Tuft, Lach, Jerabek & O’Connell, PLLC. He has successfully litigated numerous family law cases involving complex business valuations, non-marital property, spousal maintenance and custody matters. He has established himself as an advocate for his clients in intricate grandparent custody and third-party custody proceedings, as well as juvenile court contested adoption matters. John Jerabek represents clients in family court appeals and juvenile court appeals and has frequently appeared before the Minnesota Appellate Courts.. Mr. Jerabek is a Fellow of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers — Minnesota Chapter. John Jerabek is a Rule 114 Qualified Neutral (mediator) and an Early Neutral Evaluator. John serves as a court-appointed Parenting Consultant in cases where parents are unable to reach on-going agreement. He has represented guardians ad item for abused and neglected children since 1998.. John Jerabek has been selected to the Minnesota Super Lawyers list, as well as the Top 25 Super Lawyers Appellate Law list and the Top 40 Super Lawyers Family Law list. He is an Adjunct Professor of Family Law at William Mitchell College of Law, and has been a frequent lecturer on family law, juvenile law and children’s advocacy issues both locally and nationally.

I work to preserve wealth, promote health, and create peace of mind for older adult clients and their families as they navigate the unique challenges of aging.. I enjoy working with small businesses, nonprofits, and anyone with the entrepreneurial spirit to reach new clients and to make a positive impact.

I am a strong advocate for my clients, and I receive great fulfillment in helping people resolve issues and move on from one of life’s hardest transitions. I worked in family court for two years with two different judges prior to practicing, so I have the unique perspective of knowing the ins and outs of the court and how the judicial officer makes decisions.

I am a shareholder at Tuft, Lach, Jerabek & O'Connell, PLLC and a Rule 114 Qualified Neutral.  I have practiced in all areas of family law, including complex property valuation and division, contested child custody matters, spousal maintenance, child support issues, and antenuptial agreements and I know focus my practice in Alternative Dispute Resolution.  I'm trained in arbitration, as well as mediation.  I am a Financial Early Neutral Evaluator for the Hennepin, Ramsey, Anoka, Washington, and Dakota County District Court Early Neutral Evaluation Programs.. I am a Fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) and the Minnesota Delegate to the National Board of Governors.  I am a member of the National Family and Conciliation Courts.  I am a past president of the Minnesota chapter of the AAML, and I currently sit on its Board of Managers.  I have been consistently named one of the Top 40 Family Law SuperLawyers® in Minnesota by my peers, and have also been named to the list of top 100 SuperLawyers® in Minnesota as well as the top 100 Women Attorneys in Minnesota.  I have been listed in Best Lawyers in America for over 15 years, and am listed in Leading American Attorneys, Who's Who in American Law, and International Who's Who of Professional and Business Women.  I have lectured on topics related to family law through state and local bar associations in both Minnesota and Colorado, as well as nationally for the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, the American Bar Association, the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, and the Association of Trial Lawyers of America. I am also an Adjunct Professor at William Mitchell School of Law, teaching family law.

During my 30 year legal career I have been practicing exclusively in the areas of consumer and small business bankruptcy, foreclosure defense, commercial litigation and loan modifications.  During this time I have helped thousands with debt problems eliminate debt and save their homes.  I also litigate in both State and Federal court.. I practice law with my wife, Shelley Slafkes.  We are a great team. Even though we have been practicing for many years we never stop learning.  We treat every client with compassion and with respect.  As a small law firm we pride ourselves on providing high level service to every client we represent knowing that every situation is unique and important.  We promise to work hard and   fight for you as if we were fighting for our own home and our own family.. Admitted to practice in New Jersey in 1984, I was previously a Bankruptcy Trustee for the Office of the United States Trustee in Newark, New Jersey where I administered Chapter 7 and Chapter 11 cases.  I have lectured and given seminars to lawyers, individuals and homeowners on bankruptcy, loan modifications  and foreclosure related topics.. As an experienced litigator, among my proudest accomplishments was my successful representation of the prevailing Plaintiff in the case of Kemp v. Countrywide Loans.  This case gained national prominence in the ongoing battle to require mortgage lenders to follow the law before they can foreclose and take away a person’s home.. I believe in the importance of volunteerism and have devoted many years of service to non-profit organizations.  I served for many years on the Board of the South Mountain YMCA and of the Interfaith Hospitality Network of Essex County which provides shelter to homeless families throughout Essex County, New Jersey.. Contact me to discuss your situation and how we can help you save your home and get the fresh start you deserve.

Experienced E attorney serving clients in Maplewood and surrounding areas.

Experienced E attorney serving clients in Maplewood and surrounding areas.

Experienced E attorney serving clients in Maplewood and surrounding areas.

Experienced E attorney serving clients in Maplewood and surrounding areas.

Experienced E attorney serving clients in Maplewood and surrounding areas.