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True North Legal Group is led by its Founding Attorney, Josh Traeger. Service, helping others, and delivering world-class legal advocacy are at the core of Josh’s identity. Growing up, Josh volunteered at local homeless shelters, served as a mentor with Big Brothers Big Sisters, and was honored as a United Way Volunteer of the Year. When he graduated law school, that same calling to serve led Josh into the United States Air Force. For ten years, Josh served on active duty, traveling the world and handling some of the military’s most serious legal cases. During that time, Josh was awarded multiple Meritorious Service Medals for his commitment to helping others and his dedication to justice.. But Josh knew that in order to serve others well, he needed to have a clear competitive edge. So, he focused relentlessly on improving and refining his trial advocacy skills. In law school, he was awarded a Trial Advocacy Fellowship. This competitive program required Josh to train for hundreds of hours to develop his verbal and written advocacy skills. After graduating law school, and in the first few months of his legal career, Josh received the American Association for Justice’s “Excellence in Trial Advocacy Award,” reserved for the single military officer who demonstrated the highest level of skill in criminal trials. Then, for more than six years, Josh served as an Air Force Senior Trial Counsel, traveling the world and prosecuting the military’s most difficult cases. All told, Josh has prosecuted or defended more than 200 criminal trials, including more than 150 jury trials. He leverages his refined advocacy skills and mountain of trial experience to deliver fantastic results for his clients.. As the Founding Attorney of True North Legal Group, Josh believes in a simple mantra – “always choose the hard right over the easy wrong.” Whether fighting for a client’s rights, presenting a case to a jury, or helping out in his community, Josh is continually focused on providing value and expertise to his clients.. When he’s not busy leading True North Legal Group, Josh enjoys all the outdoor activities that Northern Michigan has to offer – mountain biking, skiing, and camping.. Education. Bachelor of Arts, Wake Forest UniversityJuris Doctor, Loyola University Chicago School of Law- Philp H. Corboy Fellow in Trial Advocacy. Recognition. Excellence in Trial Advocacy Award, American Association of JusticeTwo-Time Recipient of Meritorious Service Medal

Todd Bailey is a general practitioner who represents individuals and businesses with their legal needs.  Todd established his practice in Northern Michigan in early 2006 after relocating from the Detroit area.  While Todd is physically located in the Traverse City area, 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.

Specializing in Real Estate, Business, Construction, Environmental, Estate Planning & Healthcare Law for over 25 years.

Patrick Ellis is a business and real estate attorney with Kuhn Rogers PLC in Traverse City, Michigan. He practices general corporate and business law, and regularly represents a diverse range of clients on entity selection and formation, mergers, acquisitions, investment transactions, real estate transactions, corporate governance, and contract counseling. His experience spans numerous industries, including automotive, energy, financial services, real estate, software, and technology.

On the first day of law school, they asked why were there. I replied that "I've always wanted to find out what was behind the wizard's curtain." Since that day, I have continued in my pursuit of knowledge and have been fascinated to learn that the law is an ever changing thing. It is shaped and molded by those that study and apply it. My first passion is being in the court room. I understand that listening to my cleints and being their voice is my main job as an advocate for the rights of my clients. I have worked hard to earn the reputation of being The Proven Fighter. I will continue to tirelessly work to protect the rights of my clients in and out of the courtroom.. I am blessed to live and work in Northern Michigan with my wife and daughter. It is truly a special place and has some of the best people in the world. We take advantage of everything the greater Traverse City area has to offer. When I not at work, I like to spend time with my family, go to the State Theater, hike, fish and go to great restaurants.

No stranger to competition and hard work, Matt Cross is dedicated to achieving the best possible outcomes for the clients he represents. In the years since he entered the practice, Matt has amassed an impressive amount of experience in entertainment law and civil litigation. To him, every case poses a unique problem, and it’s up to him to devote whatever time and effort is needed to find an answer and secure an optimal result. Advocacy is his passion, and he has committed substantial energy to developing his strong written advocacy talents in particular. Matt attributes his rock-solid work ethic to the values instilled in him while growing up in a blue-collar household. Proud of and grateful for his upbringing, he trained and worked as a fireman right out of high school, played varsity baseball in college, and graduated from Ferris State University with Magna Cum Laude honors. He then launched a career in the music industry in New York City before later returning to Michigan to attend law school at Wayne State University. There, he took advantage of various law firm and public interest clerkships and served as associate editor for the Journal of Law in Society on his way to earning his Juris Doctor in 2013.

Nicole practices in the areas of estate planning, probate, business and real estate law.  She received her undergraduate degree from Michigan State University in 1992 and her J.D. from the Detroit College of Law at Michigan State where she graduated cum laude in 1996.  Following graduation, Nicole and her husband David moved to East Lansing, where Nicole practiced as a partner until 2009. In the summer of 2009, Nicole, David, their daughter, Natalie and son, Jake had an opportunity to move “North” and now reside in Williamsburg.  Nicole currently serves as the vice president of the Elk Rapids School Board. In her spare time you can find Nicole enjoying soccer, basketball, running and biking with her family.

My main focus right now is on Mediation. With a wide background in General Civil Litigation, I am able to mediate all types of personal injury cases from medical malpractice to automobile negligence. I am currently busy raising a large family and am acutely aware of parenting issues that many couples go through as they experience Divorce. A large portion of my practice is dedicated to Domestic Mediation, both prior to filing for divorce and post-divorce, as well.

My goal in becoming an attorney was to have to ability to help people.  With that in mind, I offer very low-cost estate planning and legal document preparation.  My philosophy is that every individual has the right to have their final wishes respected and that does not relate to how many assets one may or may not have.. Please contact.  I'm here to help.

My free time is spent with my wife and two chidlren.

Mr. Di Giacomo is a graduate of Michigan State University College of Law, where he obtained a Juris Doctor degree and graduated cum laude.  He has a wide range of experience in the areas of domain names, Internet law, copyright, trademark, trade secrets, communications law, arbitration, Internet defamation, e-commerce, and business law.. Mr. Di Giacomo has represented clients in Internet law issues in both federal and state courts across the country, and he also has extensive experience representing both Complainant and Respondents in domain name disputes under the Uniform Domain Name Dispute Resolution Policy.. He holds a Bachelors of Science from Central Michigan University in philosophy and sociology where he was a member of the dean's list and Phi Sigma Tau, the International Honors Society in Philosophy.

Mark R. Dancer has extensive experience in all types of civil litigation.  He practiced law in Los Angeles, California, for many years, before moving back to Michigan, where he grew up.  Mr. Dancer has successfully represented clients in virtually all types of civil litigation, in a variety of practice areas, including personal injury, wrongful death, environmental, insurance coverage, business and commercial, banking, collection, construction, land use and real estate matters.  Mr. Dancer has obtained some of Michigan’s largest settlements and verdicts in the past several years.  Mr. Dancer has been awarded an AV rating for his high level of professional excellence by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest rating available.  Mr. Dancer is also a skilled mediator, offering mediation as an alternative way of resolving all types of civil disputes.

John Lynch is a graduate of Chicago-Kent School of Law and Michigan State University, and a native of Traverse City. He is a licensed to practice law in the states of Michigan and Illinois. His practice areas focus on business entity formation, contractual agreements, business leases, real estate matters, estate planning, landlord/tenant matters, and mineral rights. Most clients are individuals looking to create or restructure their emerging small to mid-size business. He has had experience in developing creative solutions in business negotiations and contractual disputes.

Jesse L. Williams takes the idea of patriotism seriously. As a Gulf War veteran, he served 8 years in the U.S. military, including six months locating and clearing land mines and bunkers after the war. Unafraid to take risks, he brings that approach to his law practice, tackling the growing arrests related to medical marijuana law.Williams believes his patriotism extends to defending citizens in an often unjust justice system. "When people are following guidelines but are being punished by law enforcement and the courts, there's a problem. The law is being ignored," he states. His solid American values, including hard work, stem from his northern Michigan roots. Raised in a respectable working class family, Williams resettled in Michigan after law school.He also brings an extensive business background to his law practice, having owned and managed his own LLC construction company. Jess is a hands-on person with a strong work ethic, Williams navigates his clients through the legal system with confidence and skill."I am associated with sticking up for a group of people who are being targeted and picked on. People shouldn't have to live in fear."

Jennifer earned her undergraduate degree from Alma College, where she graduated Suma Cum Laude. Jennifer graduated Suma Cum Laude, in the top ten percent of her class, from Michigan State University College of Law in May of 2011. While in law school Jennifer participated in the Moot Court Trial and Advocacy Board as well as the Trial Practice Institute Certificate Program. In addition, Jennifer earned recognition as the top oralist in the first year oral advocacy competition.. After law school, Jennifer gained significant experience at a large law firm as a litigator, practicing primarily in the areas of family law and workers compensation. Prior to making Traverse City her home, Jennifer worked as an Assistant Prosecutor in Ingham County, MI. As an Assistant Prosecutor, Jennifer advanced her trial skills by managing a busy district court docket, handling misdemeanor trials and felony preliminary examinations.. Jennifer’s current practice includes both civil and criminal work. Jennifer understands the foreign, stressful, and emotional nature of being embroiled in the legal process and provides a compassionate presence while passionately advocating for her client’s interests.. Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys practicing yoga, running, boating, and hiking with her family.

It’s your life. It’s your career. It’s your company. It’s your community. And these are all matters that really matter. At 360 LAW, we approach every client with perspective — handling litigation, advising businesses and providing a comprehensive look at conditions that surround individual circumstances.. We don’t judge, we guide. We partner. We protect. And we do it with solid experience and careful thought. No, we’re not the typical law firm. Our typical tactics include a proactive and educational approach. We’re not just concerned about how a situation affects you, but how it affects everything around you.

It's not your job to worry about insurance issues after an injury.  That's why you hire an attorney who cares about you and takes care of the legal things so you can focus on getting better.  You are not a paycheck, you are a person.  An insurance company is not a person and we fight to make them pay.

In practice since 1985, we’ve handled thousands of bankruptcy cases. We take pride in our promptness and courtesy while overseeing all aspects of your bankruptcy case  no matter the size or complexity.  Since 1997, we’ve belonged to the National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys.  We value our customers; this is why we do things like set up payment plans and make ourselves as accessible as possible to your questions and concerns.  We handles cases in the following Michigan areas: Traverse City, Kingsley, Buckley, Mesick, Leelanau, Manton, Kalkaska, Elk Rapids, Manistee, Scottville, Ludington, Petoskey, Charlevoix, and Big Rapids.

I strongly believe that forging strong relationships with clients is the ideal method of achieving realistic and positive results.  Understanding a client's business and  philosophy is essential to building a strong relationship.

I practice regularly throughout the State of Michigan. We have office both in Northern Michigan and in Southwestern Michigan. Our multiple offices allows us to represent clients from the Mackinaw Bridge to the Ohio boarder and all in between.

I grew up in the southwest Michigan community of Zeeland.  After graduating from Zeeland High School I attended the United States Military Academy at West Point.  I graduated with a degree in Economics, and I commissioned as an Infantry Officer in the United States Army.  I graduated from various military schools including Airborne School, Air Assault School, and the world famous Ranger School.  I was stationed in Georgia, Alaska, Michigan, and Colorado.  I am an Afghanistan Combat Veteran, and I was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge and Bronze Star Medal for my wartime service.. After returning from Afghanistan I attended Michigan Statue University College of Law where I was a King Scholar.  I received numerous academic awards during law school including multiple Jurisprudence awards (top performing student in the class).  I graduated summa cum laude.. Following law school I served as a Judge Advocate (JAG) in the United States Army at Fort Carson in Colorado.  I served as an Attorney for the 4th Infantry Division, ensuring regulatory compliance and prosecuting military crimes.. In December of 2018 I relocated to Traverse City, Michigan to continue my law practice.  I have a variety of legal experience and now focus my practice on Elder Law., which encompasses multiple topics including Medicaid and estate planning.  I am the founder of Grand Traverse Elder Law, and focus on providing client-centric advice to seniors and their families.

I am admitted to practice law in all state courts and am a member of the State Bar of Michigan and the Grand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim Bar Association. I am also a member of the State Bar of Michigan Probate and Estate Planning Section, as well as the Elder Law Section, and Intellectual Property Section, having received a Certificate of Completion in the areas of probate and estate planning issued by the Michigan Institute of Continuing Legal Education and the Probate and Estate Planning Sections of the State Bar of Michigan. I am a past-president of the Friends of the Traverse Area District Library and an active volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Michigan. Further, I have been an active member of the Traverse Bay Sunrise Rotary Club since 2006, serving on its Board of Directors from 2008-2011.. I currently reside in Grand Traverse County with my wife Sarah and our daughters, Amelia, Ava and Vivian. My areas of practice include estate planning, probate, elder law, business, commercial, intellectual property and civil litigation.

I am a member of National Academy of Arbitrators.. I am an arbitrator, hearing officer, and mediator.. I do video arbitrations and mediations.. I was Chair of Alternative Dispute Resolution Section of the State Bar of Michigan (2017-2018). I am Diplomate Member of The National Academy of Distinuguished Neutrals and Editor Emeritus of The Michigan Dispute Resolution Journal (2013-2018). I am a Fellow of American Bar Foundation. I am also a Fellow of the Michigan State Bar Foundation.. I received First Tier ranking in Northern Michigan for Arbitration by U.S. News-Best Lawyers Best Law Firms in 2019 and 2020.. I was selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers of America 2018 and 2019 for arbitration, and 2020 to 2022 for arbitration and mediation; and am on the 2016 to 2023 Michigan Super Lawyers lists for alternative dispute resolution.. My published awards include 2023 LA 72; 23-1 ARB ¶8181; 2023 LA 26, 2022 LA 203, 2022 LA 162, 2022 LA 130, 2022 LA 98, 2022 LA 21, 2022 LA 16, 2021 LA 265, 2021 LA 28, 21-1 ARB ¶7791, 2020 LA 1466, 2020 LA 1277, 2020 LA 1268, 2020 LA 1080, 20-1 ARB ¶7618, 139 LA 1721, 139 LA 1462, 139 LA 771, 139 LA 181, 138 LA 1765, 138 LA 1295, 137 LA 1424, 137 LA 231, 134 LA 1108, 133 LA 1324, 133 LA 1277, 133 LA 41, 132 LA 1798, 132 LA 1242, 132 LA 1089, 131 LA 1401, 131 LA 945, 131 LA 415, 130 LA 1363, 129 LA 300, and 128 LA 749.. I received the Distinguished Service Award from the State Bar of Michigan's Alternative Dispute Resolution Section. I received the George N. Bashara, Jr. Award from the SBM's Alternative Dispute Resolution Section in recognition of exemplary service. In addition, I have received Hero of ADR Awards from the SBM's ADR Section.I am on "Northern Michigan's A-List" of Attorneys. Traverse: Northern Michigan's Magazine (January 2009) and am AV rated.I have been Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians Hearing Officer; Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians Hearing Officer list; Michigan Civil Rights Commission Hearing Referee; and President of Grand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim Bar Association.I am AAA, FMCS, FINRA, Forum, MERC, NAM, NFA, and NMB arbitrator; and an AAA, Michigan Circuit Court, and NAM mediator.I was SBM Representative Assembly member (2010-2016); completed ICLE Family Law Certificate Program, cosponsored by SBM Family Law Section; and Chair of Grand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim Bar Association's ADR Committee (2012-2018). I am a former Chair of Traverse City Human Rights Commission and former member Grand Traverse County Board of Canvassers (2007-2016).I am admitted to practice in Michigan and before U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. Court of Military Appeals, U.S. Courts of Appeal for Federal Circuit and Sixth Circuit, and U.S. District Courts for Eastern District of Kentucky, Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan, and Northern and Southern Districts of Ohio.. I was adjunct professor at NKU Salmon P. Chase College of Law, teaching labor law and school law, and University of Cincinnati, teaching administrative law and civil rights law.I was recognized in "The Verdict: 56 of the Town's Top Attorneys," Cincinnati Magazine (1995).

I am a dedicated husband and father.  We live on a small farm where we raise livestock and crops.   We supply our own organic beef, chicken, lamb, turkey, pork, eggs, and milk, in addition to making things like bio-diesel and even our own soap.. Our faith is important to us.  Also, my entire family loves to hunt and fish, and we try to spend time pursuing these interests when not otherwise occupied with the farm, sports and the normal events of life.

Hon. Holly T. Bird. Hon. Bird graduated from Interlochen Arts Academy in 1987.  She attended Michigan State University, where she graduated with a B.A. in art and social science.  In 1999, Hon. Bird graduated from DePaul University College of Law, where she served as the Native American Representative and President of the Latino Law Students Association.. After law school, Hon. Bird served as a Hearing Officer for Chicago Public Schools, presiding over matters concerning the educational welfare and discipline of children and teachers.  Hon. Bird was appointed as a Guardian Ad Litem for the Cook County Public Guardian’s Office in 2000, where she represented over 230 children in the abuse/neglect system.  From there, Hon. Bird went into private practice, representing clients in matters of family, criminal, traffic, civil, estate planning, real estate, and juvenile law.  Hon. Bird also served as Vice-President of the Native American Foster Parents Association.  Most notably, however, Hon. Bird founded and served as Vice-President, President, and President-Emeritus of the Illinois Native American Bar Association, and is credited for using her advocacy to remove offensive sports mascots from several Illinois schools.  Hon. Bird has authored the publications: “Jumping Through Hoops: Traditional Healers and the Indian Health Care Act,” (1999) and “Making the Cross-Cultural Case; Educating the Judge about Race, Religion, and Ethnicity” (2004).  Additionally, Hon. Bird has provided trainings on Native American Law and culture to the Illinois State Prosecutor’s Office, the Illinois Department of Child and Family Services, the Cook County Public Guardian’s Office, and the Interfaith Council for Social Justice.  Hon. Bird was featured in the Illinois Department of Labor’s March 2000 “Highlights of the Progress of Women and Minorities in the Workforce.”. In 2003, Hon. Bird moved back to Northern Michigan and began working for the Grand Traverse County Prosecutor’s Office on juvenile and misdemeanor cases. In 2008, Hon. Bird was appointed as an Acting Chief Judge / Associate Judge for the Grand Traverse Band of Ottawa and Chippewa Indians, where she served until 2011.  In 2010, Hon. Bird was appointed to serve as an Associate Supreme Court Judge for the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi Indians.  Currently, Hon. Bird maintains a private practice in Traverse City, concentrating in matters of Native American, family, juvenile, criminal, civil, traffic, real estate, probate, employment and business law.  In addition, Hon. Bird is a certified Mediator, Peacemaker, and serves as a pro-tem Appellate Judge for various Tribes. In 2013, Hon. Bird was awarded the prestigious American Arbitration Association’s 2013 Higginbotham Fellowship.  In her spare time, Hon. Bird teaches criminal justice classes for the University of Phoenix.  Hon. Bird has served as a board member and mentor for the Grand Traverse Area Children’s Garden; and volunteers for the Leelanau Children’s Center and the Pathfinder School.  Further, Hon. Bird was appointed to serve on the American Indian Law Committee of the Michigan State Bar and served on the State Supreme Court’s Court Rules Committee with respect to the Michigan Indian Family Preservation Act.  She is also the Vice-President of the Northern Michigan Cultural Center, an organization dedicated to bringing people of various cultures together in Traverse City.. Hon. Bird is descended from the Yaqui/Apache/Tarascan/San Felipe Pueblo tribes and the English Isles.  She resides in Traverse City, Michigan with her husband and three children.