Michigan Lawyers Matthew Conklin to Matthew Piwowar

Firm: Jay Trucks & Associates, P.C.

600 Pine Street , Clare , Michigan 48617

Practice Areas: Workers Compensation

Matthew R. Conklin handles workers’ compensation and social security disability cases.. Matt received his law degree from the University of Detroit-Mercy Law School, the same law school his grandfather attended. Matt’s grandfather practiced workers’ compensation law around Detroit for nearly 30 years.. Matt worked his way through school. He had demanding warehouse jobs, drove delivery trucks, and cut down trees. He knows firsthand the toll hard work can have on a person. Matt committed his legal career to fighting for injured workers or families who lost a loved one.. Matt is a respected litigator. His peers elected him to multiple terms on the State Bar of Michigan Workers’ Compensation Section Council, where he served as the Section Chair from 2023 to 2024.. Matt enjoys spending time with his wife and two children outside of work. He is also a private pilot.

Firm: Barsch & Joswick, PLLC

44444 Mound Road, Suite 100 , Sterling Heights , Michigan 48314

Practice Areas: Business & Commercial, Elder , Estate Planning, Health Care & Hospitalization, Probate , Trusts, Wills, Probate

Prior to opening his own practice, Mr. Joswick worked as a judicial law clerk for the Honorable James F. Nowicki, Macomb County Probate Court, Wills and Estates Division. Mr. Joswick also worked for a boutique elder law firm, where he specialized in elder law, probate, estate planning, and special needs planning.. Mr. Joswick is a frequent lecturer and has spoken before a variety of public and private organizations, including GEMS Senior Group, Family Caregivers Support Group, Waterford Aging Network, Hillsdale County Senior Services Center, People’s Community Church, Utica Community Schools, Anchor Bay High School, Kiwanis Club, Christ the Redeemer Catholic Church, Wyoming Avenue Church of Christ, various assisted living facilities, nursing home facilities, and churches. His lectures are on the topics of elder law, Medicaid planning, probate, general estate planning, and special needs planning.. In 2013 and 2014, Mr. Joswick was recognized as one of the State of Michigan’s outstanding young lawyers in the areas of Estate Planning & Probate with a “Rising Star” designation by Michigan Super Lawyers magazine.

503 S Saginaw St Ste 526 , Flint , Michigan 48502

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Drunk driving and Criminal Defense law is what I live for. I have always found it fascinating and to keep up on it I research it any time possible. When I am not studying the law I enjoy mountain biking and spending time outdoors. I have been blessed in this life and I never forget it.

Firm: Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss PC

27777 Franklin Road   2500  48034 , Southfield , Michigan 48034

Practice Areas: Business & Commercial,Securities

Firm: Matthew C. McManus PLLC

3913 Jackson Rd Ste 4 , Ann Arbor , Michigan 48103

Practice Areas: Intellectual Property

Providing clients with a comprehensive range of legal, business and operational services that are designed to maintain profitability, resolve current issues and support future objectives. Utilizing practical and cost conscious solutions to solve complex dilemmas by methods that understand the realities found in both the business world and the legal community. An interested based approach is used to provide for early stage mitigation in defensive strategic planning and to actively pursue offensive actions in the enforcement and protection of each client’s rights.

Firm: Robbins and Licavoli, PLLC

3910 Telegraph Road, #200 , Bloomfield Hills , Michigan 48302

Practice Areas: Family

Matthew H. Licavoli is a Founding Partner of Robbins and Licavoli, PLLC. Mr. Licavoli’s practice focuses on the area of Family Law with an emphasis on divorce and child custody matters. Mr. Licavoli represents both men and women throughout Michigan, including the metro Detroit areas of Oakland, Macomb and Wayne counties.. Mr. Licavoli is a licensed member of the State Bar of Michigan, State Bar of Illinois and the United States District Court, Eastern District of Michigan. Mr. Licavoli received a Juris Doctorate degree from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law and an undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan. He is a member of the Family Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan and the Oakland County Bar Association.. Mr. Licavoli takes great pride in providing a high level of individualized attention to each of his clients by helping find the best legal solution possible. Mr. Licavoli has extensive knowledge of divorce, child custody, parenting time, child support, spousal support and division of marital assets. His experience includes settlement negotiations, mediation as well as all phases of trial proceedings.. Mr. Licavoli has been selected for the 2019 Michigan Super Lawyers Rising Stars list, an honor reserved for those lawyers who exhibit excellence in practice. Each year, no more than 2.5 percent of the lawyers in the state of Michigan are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this distinction. Mr. Licavoli has also been recognized as a Top 10 Best Attorney in Client Satisfaction in the State of Michigan by the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys.

Firm: Law Office of Matthew Kuipers PLLC

PO Box 230347 , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49523

Practice Areas: Debt Collection

Firm: Law Office of Matthew Kolodziejski, PLLC

200 E. Big Beaver Road , Troy , Michigan 48083

Practice Areas: Personal Injury

Personal injury attorney. Admitted to the State Bar of Michigan, the Federal District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, the Federal District Court for the Western District of MIchigan, and the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Firm: Kerry Law PLLC

214 S Main St Ste 200 , Ann Arbor , Michigan 48104

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Born and raised in SE Michigan, Matthew has deep ties to the state. He attended The University of Michigan for his undergraduate studies where he graduated with high honors, attaining a dual B.A. in International Relations and Hispanic Studies. Upon graduating, Matthew worked as a community organizer in SE Michigan, working for both Congressman John Dingell & President Barack Obama.. Matthew attended the University of Michigan Law School where he specialized in Intellectual Property and Media Law. Furthermore, as a student lawyer on the Community & Economic Development Clinic he represented Detroit startup companies on a variety of commercial matters. During his summers, Matthew worked as a legal clerk for the Honorable George Carem Steeh on the Eastern District Court of Michigan, where he became thoroughly knowledgeable with the litigation process.. Upon graduating law school, Matthew worked as an attorney at Creative Many Michigan where he served as the coordinator of the Lawyers for a Creative Economy Program. As the coordinator of the LCE program Matthew helped many emerging artists and creative nonprofits on a variety of issues including Intellectual Property, Contract Disputes & Drafting, Work for Hire Agreements, and general Commercial matters.. Matthew is now focusing on expanding his own practice where he has specialized in Criminal Defense with great results.. Matthew prides himself on client advocacy and will aggressively fight on your behalf, no matter what. He strives to win, no exemptions. Although he attended one of the best law schools in the country, Matthew believes his education is just beginning and he attends Continued Learning classes and seminars on almost a weekly basis. The law and the industries surrounding them are constantly changing. Matthew believes that as an attorney, it is his duty to always stay educated on these changes so that his clients are one step ahead of their competitors and adversaries.

Firm: Law Offices of Matthew J. Abraham, P.C.

115 W Shiawassee Avenue , Fenton , Michigan 48430

Practice Areas: Bankruptcy

Firm: Sommers Schwartz, PC

1 Towne Square , Southfield , Michigan 48076

Practice Areas: Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury

I am a senior shareholder at Sommers Schwartz, P.C., one of Michigan’s premier law firms. For more than two decades, I have been tremendously successful in handling complex personal injury and medical malpractice cases. I was the recipient of the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association Award, which was based upon my successful representation of three families who filed federal tort claims against the National Institute of Health. I represent clients in multiple counties throughout the State of Michigan, and have litigated cases in states throughout the country including Indiana, Ohio, Illinois, Minnesota, Georgia, and Maryland. I specialize in birth trauma litigation, delay in diagnosing medical conditions, and wrongful death/catastrophic injury cases. I have successfully resolved hundreds of medical negligence cases and has been responsible for numerous settlements in excess of $1,000,000.

Firm: Abood Law Firm

246 E. Saginaw Street , East Lansing , Michigan 48823

Practice Areas: Personal Injury

Firm: Vandervoort, Christ & Fisher, P.C.

70 Michigan Ave West , Battle Creek , Michigan 49017

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Firm: Ranieri Hanley & Hodek, PLC

4020 Copper View. , Traverse City , Michigan 49684

Practice Areas: Litigation

Firm: Price, Heneveld, Cooper, DeWitt & Litton, LLP ATTORNEYS AT LAW

695 Kenmoor Southeast , Grand Rapids , Michigan 49546

Practice Areas: Patents, Trademarks, Arbitration

Firm: Kemp Klein Law Firm

201 West Big Beaver , Troy , Michigan 48084

Practice Areas: Mergers & Acquisitions

With over two decades of legal experience, Matthew Frank focuses his practice on mergers and acquisitions, real estate transactions, and general corporate counsel. Known for his strategic thinking and practical approach, Matthew represents business owners, investors, and management teams in structuring, negotiating, and closing complex business and real estate deals.. Matthew routinely advises clients through asset and stock sales, corporate restructurings, joint ventures, and commercial real estate acquisitions and dispositions. He is particularly adept at navigating transactions involving closely held businesses, where practical experience and sound judgment are key to closing deals efficiently and protecting client interests.. In addition to transactional work, Matthew serves as outside general counsel to a variety of privately held companies, providing guidance on corporate governance, shareholder matters, contract negotiation, and strategic planning. His background in bankruptcy and commercial litigation further enhances his ability to assess risk, resolve disputes, and deliver pragmatic solutions to business challenges.. Clients appreciate Matthew’s responsiveness, clarity, and unwavering commitment to helping them achieve their goals. Whether guiding a company through its first acquisition or overseeing a portfolio real estate transaction, he brings insight, diligence, and a steady hand to every matter.

Firm: Fraiberg & Pernie, PLLC

1000 S. Old Woodward , Birmingham , Michigan 48009

Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

Admitted to the Michigan Bar in 1997, Mr. Fraiberg has the necessary experience, passion, work ethic that allows him to understand the stresses and financial worries that often accompany family law matters.. Attorney, Matthew A. Fraiberg represents men and women throughout Michigan, including Oakland, Macomb and Wayne counties and takes pride in offering knowledgeable, cost-effective, efficient representation to individuals in the community. Prior to opening his private practice and becoming a top flight Criminal Defense Attorney, Mr. Fraiberg worked as a judicial clerk and assistant legal research clerk for Circuit Court Judges. His previous experience working as a clerk in the Circuit Court, has given him invaluable insight into the inner workings of the criminal justice system and the ability to work with the courts to achieve the best possible outcomes for his clients.. With offices located in both Birmingham & Oak Park, Mr. Fraiberg handles cases throughout Michigan. You can reach the Fraiberg & Pernie PLLC at

Firm: LifeFocus Planning®

6001 N. Adams Road, Suite 135 , Bloomfield Hills , Michigan 48304

Practice Areas: Estate Planning

Our practice focuses on estate and business planning. We believe estate planning is a process, not just a set of documents.  Whether you are without an estate plan, have an existing plan that has not been reviewed in a while, concerned about protecting your pets, or have other estate planning needs, we can help.In addition, we help business owners from start-up to sale, whether that's planned or unplanned. We assist with registering the newly formed LLC or Corporation with the state. We also draft how the company will operate and take care of succession planning.

Firm: Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC

28411 Nortwestern Hwy. , Southfield , Michigan 48034

Practice Areas: Estate Planning

Matthew Fedor focuses his practice on helping individuals and families in estate planning, business and corporate law, probate, trust and estate administration, elder law guardianships and conservatorships, and litigation in these areas. This combination of practice areas allows him to counsel clients on wealth strategies for their business and personal assets as well as create various limited liability companies and ancillary trusts for this has a unique perspective due to his experience in representing both families and business owners and is able to counsel clients regarding protecting their assets and planning for the transfer of those assets to the next generation. Matt represents businesses as their general counsel, advising them in various aspects of the business cycle from choice of entity at start up, buy-sell agreements, real estate transactions, contract review and negotiation, acquisitions, through the eventual sale or law and the areas related to an aging population are becoming more important in the way Matt counsels clients. Estate planning is an important and vital part of that process and matt takes the time to gather the personal information and histories of clients, recommending a plan that can include tax planning, asset protection, Medicaid planning, guardianships and conservatorships, specifically tailored to the clients’ has served in various capacities on behalf of clients including corporate officer, trustee, and general legal counsel, and is able to bring this perspective in counseling clients to achieve their goals.. Mr. Fedor focuses his practice in estate planning, corporate law, business succession planning, probate, and trust administration, guardianship and conservatorship, and litigation matters.. Admissions:. Admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in 2000, Mr. Fedor is admitted to practice in all Michigan State courts, including the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District.. Membership:. State Bar of Michigan, Oakland County Bar Association, Detroit Metropolitan Bar Association, Institute of Continuing Legal Education Partner, Former Michigan State College of Law Alumni Association Board member and Past President, Indiana University Alumni Association, Michigan State University President's Club.. Education:. J.D., Cum Laude, Michigan State University College of Law (2000) – Concentration in taxation.Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana (1996) – B.S. in Public Affairs.Father Gabriel Richard High School, Ann Arbor, Michigan (1992).The Institute of Continuing Legal Education Probate and Estate Planning Certificate Recipient (2007)

Firm: Legacy Architects, PLLC - Estate Planning Attorneys

PO Box 126 , Grandville , Michigan 49468

Practice Areas: Estate Planning

Estate Planning Attorney – Biography. Matthew V. Piwowar is a metro Grand Rapids based Estate Planning Attorney. He is also the principal and founder of Legacy Architects PLLC. His practice focuses on Estate Planning, Trusts and Wills, Planning for Special Needs Children, Business Succession Planning, Long-Term Care Planning, and Probate. He has over 27 years of experience advising on estate planning, business law, mergers & acquisitions, finance, and international law.  While practicing international law he traveled to and advised clients in over 25 countries. Mr. Piwowar was born in Marquette, Michigan, and grew up in West Michigan.  He provides services to his clients statewide, from Grandville and Grand Rapids, south to Three Rivers and Kalamazoo, north to Boyne City and St. Ignace, and east to Ann Arbor.. Experience. Piwowar’s career started in Grand Rapids where he practiced business and tax law. After assisting in the establishment of a Polish Sister City with Grand Rapids, he stayed in Poland for seven years. While there, he assisted with the privatization of government companies and the development of new financial products in Central Europe.. His diverse background includes such transactions as: the sale of a Polish beer brewery, the purchase of a Minnesota software company, the acquisition of staffing companies in Spain, Malaysia, Thailand, Hong Kong, India and Indonesia, and the financing of a 40-story office building in Central Europe. He co-developed the first commercial paper program in Poland after the fall of Communism, for an American auto makers’ $40 million offering. While living in Europe, he acted on behalf of two American mutual funds in Central Europe.. He assisted numerous companies open offices and start new businesses in the US and in a variety of countries. As in-house counsel for a Fortune 500 company, Piwowar served as Vice President and Assistant Secretary.  While in that capacity he was responsible for managing all legal services for its 26 country $1 billion international business. In addition, his responsibilities included all foreign and domestic acquisitions. He has been a speaker on such topics as business startups, estate planning, living trusts, and special needs trusts.. Piwowar has extensive experience providing a wide array of legal services including: (i) estate planning, and business succession planning, (ii) living trusts, special needs trusts, and cottage trusts (iii) corporate legal service (iv) mergers and acquisitions, and (v) business plans and startup services.  Especially relevant, Mr. Piwowar has prepared living trusts for hundreds of clients and counseled them through the estate plan design process.  Additionally, he has spoken at numerous workshops teaching the public about estate planning.. Education, Memberships & Publications. Piwowar received his double major Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Social Science, magna cum laude from St. Mary’s College, Orchard Lake, Michigan.  His Juris Doctor degree was earned from the University of Michigan Law School. Subsequently, he received training as an estate planning attorney through the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys Advanced Practice Program.. Mr. Piwowar has authored articles in the Legal Advisor’s Automotive Report.  In addition, he was a co-author of  articles for the International Financial Law Review, and the Banking Yearbook.  After returning to America, he was an adjunct professor at Grand Valley State University for Business Law, and University of Phoenix for History of the U.S. Constitution. Piwowar is a member of the State Bar of Michigan, the Michigan Forum of Estate Planners, and a full member of the National Network of Estate Planning Attorneys.