Michigan Lawyers - Royal Oak

Explore Michigan attorneys like Patrick Gagniuk, Peter Cavanaugh, Peter Ellenson, Peter Rageas, R. Lanfear, Rachel Loebl, Randall Pitler, and Stephen Dunn. in cities like Royal Oak, Royal Oak, Royal Oak, Royal Oak and Royal Oak. These attorneys specialize in in Zip codes like 48067, 48067, 48067.
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.4 out of 5

Patrick Gagniuk

Firm: Law Office of Patrick G. Gagniuk, P.L.L.C.
301 West Fourth Street , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
During law school, Patrick worked full-time as a judicial clerk for the Honorable James B. Brady in the 47th District Court for the City of Farmington Hills, MI. In this position, Patrick was able to gain invaluable insight to the inter-workings of the court system and the behind the scenes interactions with judges, attorneys, probation officers and the court staff.  In addition to his clerkship for Judge James B. Brady, Patrick also completed internships with both the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office and the Wayne County Public Defender’s Office specializing in felony representation.
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Peter Cavanaugh

Firm: Cavanaugh & Quesada, PLC
1027 S Washington Ave , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Construction, Business, Construction & Development
My legal practice is concentrated on business and construction matters, including litigation, arbitration, and mediation of contract and property disputes, construction lien and surety bond claims, and disputes involving owners, general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers.. I also represent clients who perform engineering and construction work for the Great Lakes Water Authority (GLWA), Detroit Water and Sewerage Department (DWSD), and who otherwise specialize in water and wastewater construction.
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“Peter gave me encouragement and professional advice that helped me reach my goals. Such helpfulness undoubtedly transpires in his everyday work.”
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“The best law firm that I will recommend to any construction company! Excellent service and great team.”
— Five star property services & maintenance
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.1 out of 5

Shaun Whitehead

Firm: Law Offices of Shaun Whitehead Esq. LLC
418 N Main St , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Family
The Law Offices of Shaun Whitehead Esq LLC, also known as GET1LAW, are licensed to practice in Michigan and Ohio in the areas of family law, corporate, estate planning and personal injury. The law firm primarily focuses in Family/Domestic Court on divorce, custody, child support, alimony, parenting time, genetic testing and Probate Court issues such wills, estates, trust, guardianships and adoptions.. Attorney Whitehead currently serves as Councilman for the City of Oak Park.. Whitehead earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Michigan State University in Political Theory and Constitutional Democracy. Attorney Shaun earned his Juris Doctor from Case Western Reserve University’s Law School where he was the research assistant to Professor Kevin C. McMunigal and gained additional exposure with the third revision of American Bar Association’s Prosecution and Defense Function Standards.. Attorney Whitehead began his legal career in entertainment law (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame), focusing on licensing and copyright issues and moved quickly into providing consulting services to entities such as: Cisco, Deloitte and Black Box. Attorney Shaun also gained criminal and juvenile law experience as a Summer Law Clerk in 2015 with the Cuyahoga County Office of the Public Defender.. A staunch community advocate, Attorney Whitehead has been involved with Meals on Wheels for more than 15 years and volunteers as a caddy for the U.S. Kids Golf Association. Attorney Shaun is also a Proud member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
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“I endorse this lawyer. I have worked with Shaun on several matters, and I found him to be incredibly intelligent, ethical, honest, diligent, timely on his deliverables, excellent i…”

Sean Colonna

Firm: The Darren Findling Law Firm
414 WEST FIFTH STREET , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Probate
I am an Associate Attorney at The Darren Findling Law Firm, PLC (The Probate Pro), joining in 2014.  My practice areas include: Contested Estates, Trust and Probate Matters; Trust and Probate Litigation; Deceased Estates and Probate Administration; and Real Estate Disputes.. Prior to joining The Darren Findling Law Firm, I graduated Western Michigan University in 2010 where I obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science, Public Law, and minor degrees in Accounting and Economics.  I went on to attend The University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, where I graduated in 2013.. From 2010-2013, I worked in small practice law firms gaining an experience in litigation and estate planning.  I was admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in 2014.
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“Having known Mr. Colonna for several years, I can say that he is an excellent attorney. His skills, particularly in probate practice, will not disappoint. I highly recommend Sean C…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Scott Reizen

Firm: The Reizen Law Group
333 W. 7th Street , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Civil , Corporate , Insurance , Car Accidents, Car Accidents
Personal Service.  Aggressive Represenation.  Exceptional Results.  That's Reizen Law.
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“I refer all my personal injury cases to Scott. He is aggressive and gets great results.”
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“I had an excellent experience with The Reizen Law Group. From the outset, the firm demonstrated a high level of professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail. I was kept…”
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Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Sanford Melder

Firm: Law Offices of Melder & Melder
2304 East 11 Mile Road , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Divorce & Separation
Whatever the legal issues you face, when you come to our firm, we are with you all the way. We feel that we are in this together with our clients. Whether you are looking for help with a real estate transaction, collecting a debt, you need help with a divorce or custody dispute or you are embroiled in business litigation — we approach your situation and goals as if they were our very own.. We are a family-oriented, father and son, general practice law firm providing experienced, high-quality services and representation to individuals and businesses facing a wide range of legal issues. If you choose to work with us, either Sanford J. Melder or Aric K. Melder will be the attorney working with you at all times. There are no inexperienced associates to pass your case off to once we take your case. At our firm, what you see is what you get – you will get honest, up-front communication from genuine and no-nonsense attorneys. We pride ourselves on a straightforward approach to every case and make sure that you are kept informed about the progress of your case.. From start to finish, our relationship with you will be built on open communication. We believe and we know from experience that informed clients — those given clear answers to their questions and an understanding of the law, their legal options and what to expect at each stage of the process — are happier clients, more relaxed, more involved, and better able to help us do our jobs for you.. Sanford J. Melder opened the doors to this law office in 1974, and has been practicing in the local, state and federal courts of Michigan ever since. In 2004, he was joined in practice by son Aric. Our two lawyers have combined experience of nearly 50 years, having been practicing law in Oakland County, Detroit and surrounding areas of Southeast Michigan the entire time.. We do not take a back seat in terms of technology or expert witness resources either. As an established firm, we have access to and strong relationships with appropriate experts in all areas of our practice. Our technology tools include access to the standard legal databases used by most firms, as well as sophisticated software and multi-media courtroom presentation capabilities.. Free Initial Phone Consultations with an AttorneyLocal: / Toll Free:. To talk about a matter involving real estate transactions, commercial property sales, commercial property purchases, family law, divorce, estate planning, bankruptcy, commercial loans, probate, business law or any legal issue — call our southeast Michigan law office in Royal Oak or contact us online with a brief description of your concerns.
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“I endorse this lawyer. Great Lawyer. Great negotiator. Asset to the Legal Community.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Samuel Bennett

Firm: The Bennett Law Firm, PLC
25600 Woodward Avenue , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
Call our office at for a free consultation! We look forward to assisting you.. Samuel is a passionate attorney who truly cares about his clients.  His dedication makes him an excellent advocate in the courtroom.  Samuel believes the key to effective representation is being prepared, and that means getting to know his clients and their case.. Samuel graduated from Oakland University in 2011, with a B.A. in Political Science with a concentration in Pre-Law. He earned his J.D. from Thomas M. Cooley Law School and was admitted to the State Bar of Michigan in 2014. During his time at Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Samuel earned the Certificate of Merit in Trial Skills, which is awarded to the highest performing student. The following term Sam served as a teaching assistant, aiding students with trial preparation and strategy. He was also selected as a member of the National Mock Trial team for Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2014.. Samuel started his professional career as an intern in the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office. He was assigned to the Child Abuse Unit and worked primarily on cases that involved sex offenses against children. As his focus at The Bennett Law Firm, PLC, this provides him with incredible insight into how prosecutors handle these types of cases.  This is an incredibly sensitive area of the law and Samuel has what it takes to make you feel comfortable every step of the way.. Samuel represents individuals charged with misdemeanors and felonies throughout the State of Michigan, from Detroit to Grand Rapids, and Ferndale to Traverse City.  In 2017 and 2018, he was selected by Super Lawyers as a Rising Stars attorney, which is only awarded the top 2.5% of attorneys in the State of Michigan.. The Bennett Law Firm, PLC opened in April 2018 with one goal in mind: guiding individuals through the most difficult time in their lives.  It has always been Samuel's dream to have his own office where he can help people.  This firm is dedicated to your success and Samuel will do everything he can to help you achieve your goals.
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““I can’t say enough good things about my lawyer. Very professional, knowledgeable, and truly had”
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“Sam is an aggressive, result-oriented attorney. He works very hard for his clients and is someone who can be trusted when the chips are down. I am pleased to endorse him.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Samir Fares

Firm: Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC
450 W 4th St , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Intellectual Property
“Effectively and efficiently generating value through intellectual property is my top priority.”. Sam concentrates his practice in intellectual property law with a focus on patent acquisition, freedom-to-operate, and opinions. He specializes in software and computer-enabled technologies, including surgical systems, robotics, artificial intelligence and machine learning, extended reality, computer vision, data science, and device connectivity.. He is a counselor who is passionate about helping clients navigate complex patent matters. Sam immerses himself into the technology and views himself as a part of his client's team, executing patent objectives effectively and efficiently to meet client goals.. Sam joined Howard & Howard in 2010 as an intellectual property intern while attending law school in the evenings. Prior to joining Howard & Howard, he acquired over five years of software and electrical engineering experience in the automotive industry.
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“, stressful process. Sam painstakingly reviewed with me, all options, details, and tips for success”
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Ryan Moran

Firm: Ryan B. Moran, PLLC
25600 Woodward Ave , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy & Debt
“For me, founding this firm was about creating a great work life experience. I wanted to create a culture where everyone is excited to come to work and believes in what they’re doing. These are the sharpest and most committed attorneys I’ve ever known. I’m really proud of the team we’ve built. It can be very isolating to face a mountain of debt that you’re powerless to tackle on your own. It’s a wonderful thing to be the solution to so many people who are in these tough situations.”   Ryan B. Moran, Esq. founded Moran Law in 2007. Moran Law practices bankruptcy law exclusively, so clients can be assured that the attorneys are very knowledgeable and experienced in the area of bankruptcy law. Moran Law has been given the distinct honor of receiving the American Society of Legal Advocates "Top 40 Lawyers Under 40" for 2015 and has an A+ rating by the Better Business Bureau.. After graduating from law school, Moran worked in Chicago as an economic analyst for a bond-trading firm at the Chicago Board of Trade before deciding to open his law practice.. Moran received his J.D. from Michigan State University College of Law, where he received a full merit scholarship. He was also elected to the MSU Law College moot court board where he competed in the JMLS International Moot Court Competition in Information Technology and Privacy Law in Chicago, later serving as the board’s administrative executive assistant. While in law school, Moran also clerked in Washington, D.C., for the Department of Veterans’ Affairs Office of General Counsel.. Moran received his bachelor’s degree in Finance and Business Economics from Wayne State University, where he graduated cum laude and was the recipient of the T. Norris and Vivilore Hitchman Endowed Scholarship for outstanding leadership and academics. Moran brings a real world perspective, strong communication skills, strong research ability, perseverance, compassion for his clients, and the strength to litigate difficult issue.. Ryan’s hobbies and interests outside of bankruptcy law include reading, basketball, exercise and enjoying the company of his friends and family.
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“me to Ryan and the team at Moran Law. Ryan and his team made me feel comfortable right from the begi”
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“I highly recommend Ryan. He's one of the top bankruptcy attorneys in the state. Great lawyer.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Ruth Goldner

Firm: Goldner Deeg PLLC
316 E. Third Street, Ste. 1 , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Family
Ruth Goldner, Esq. is a licensed attorney and member of the State Bar of Michigan. She earned a bachelor’s degree, with honors, in International Relations, from the University of Michigan-Dearborn, and a juris doctor, cum laude, from Wayne State University Law School. While a student, she earned a number of leadership awards and was named the Women Lawyers of Michigan Foundation Outstanding Female Law Student of the Year. After obtaining her license to practice law, Ms. Goldner practiced at two award-winning insurance defense firms, where she worked as a trial attorney and focused on personal injury litigation, insurance law, fraud litigation, and appeals. Inspired by her passion to work with individuals to find solutions to family conflicts, Ms. Goldner co-founded Goldner Deeg PLLC.. Ms. Goldner was selected to Super Lawyers in 2022 and 2023 (an exclusive list of top-rated attorneys based upon peer review, limited to 5% of Michigan attorneys) and received the Super Lawyers Rising Star award annually from 2013-2021. She is a regular contributor to the Institute of Continuing Legal Education, and participates in a number of legal and professional organizations, including the Michigan Inter-Professional Association on Marriage and the International Academy of Collaborative Professionals. She serves as Past President of the Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce Business Women's Network, for which she won the Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce Volunteer of the Year award in 2020.. In addition to her busy career as an attorney, entrepreneur, and mentor, Ms. Goldner is a wife and mother and is grateful for her community of family and friends. In her spare time, Ms. Goldner is a voracious reader and enjoys needlepoint, puzzles, a good cup of coffee, and science fiction.. -. About Goldner Deeg PLLC. We are a Michigan law firm that provides family law services, including divorce, custody, and child support cases. We recognize that you never intended to be involved in a divorce or child custody case. Family law issues are stressful for everyone involved, and you want to do the right thing and move forward in your life. You need a lawyer to assist you in finding resolution and protecting the best interests of you and your children so that you can restore peace of mind, well-being, and balance.. At Goldner Deeg, we view the legal process as an opportunity to transcend, transform, and move forward. Our attorneys are trained in both litigation and mediation. As your advocate and ally, our lawyers analyze your unique situation to find a balanced approach between assertive advocacy and peacefully maneauvering to find common ground and negotiate effective agreements.. Our legal services are designed to help you achieve your goals. When you retain our firm, you will get:. At Goldner Deeg, we limit the number of clients that we accept at any given time to allow us to provide exceptional service and attention to each client. Call me today at to schedule a consultation.
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“ed the support I needed. From the beginning, Ruth took the time to truly understand my situation, o”
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“Ruth is a terrific attorney and a true professional. We worked together to reasonably and efficiently resolve an interesting dispute together without inflaming tensions or getting …”
Yelp Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Rudoi Law

Firm: Rudoi Law
104 W 4th St , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: DUI, Criminal Defense
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“Dave is a huge help, I got a failure to yield at a stop sign resulting in an accident, Dave got my charges down to a double parking! My record is still...”
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“Dave is a great lawyer. He checked in with me at every step to make sure I was comfortable with the decisions in my case. He made himself available whenever I needed and was very i…”
— Victor Rennie
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Ross Gilders

Firm: MichiganLawsuit.com, P.C.
201 E. Fourth St., Suite 104 , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Personal Injury
Primary areas of practice include automobile negligence, no-fault benefits, premises liability, general negligence, legal malpractice, medical malpractice, social security, worker's compensation, property damage, and employment.
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“Ross and his team were amazing, everything was explained from beginning to end”
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“I endorse this lawyer.”
Yelp Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Rasor Law Firm

Firm: Rasor Law Firm
201 E 4th St , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Criminal Defense, Divorce & Family,
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“The rasor law firm fight tirelessly for their clients! The attorneys and staff are responsive and talented. Rasor fights and wins!”
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“In 2016 I reached out to Rasor Law after the death of our daughter and Jim Rasor said “you are now apart of our family” and that is what we became. Rasor Law never gave up or took …”
— Pamela Reilly
Avvo Rating: Rated 4.8 out of 5

Randall Pitler

Firm: Pitler Family Law & Mediation, P.C.
418 N. Main St., Ste. 242 , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Uncontested Divorce
At Pitler Family Law and Mediation, we focus on helping families through the difficulty of divorce. We understand there is no such thing as an “easy divorce.” Even when parties have already decided how to divide their assets or have limited assets, the experience of a divorce can be very difficult. Therefore, it is very important to hire an experienced attorney who will work with you to insure that you obtain a settlement that is in the best interests of you and your children.. We have helped hundreds of clients resolve their family law issues and have learned that every client and every case is unique. We will take the time to listen to your problem, answer your questions, discuss the legal process and work with you to develop goals to help you reach a satisfactory result.. Through our experience, we have learned that parties are much happier when their divorce is resolved amicably. In order to provide the best alternatives for our clients, Randall Pitler has been certified in Collaborative Divorce and is a court-approved mediator.
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“I have had a number of cases in which Randy served as Opposing Counsel. Randy always advocates for and pursues his client's needs and goals effectively with respect. He is a knowle…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5
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Rachel Loebl

Firm: Law Offices of Rachel M. Loebl
104 W. Fourth St., Ste. 300 , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense
A graduate of DePaul University College of Law in Chicago, Illinois, I am duly licensed to practice in Michigan and Illinois, and have experience in a variety of cases including first-degree murder, reckless driving, operating while intoxicated causing death, drug crimes, white-collar crimes, internet cases, weapons charges, sex offenses, forgery, domestic violence, theft, traffic cases, and juvenile cases, in state and federal court.
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“Rachel Loebl is thorough and very competent. I had a problem and she was able to correct the situati”
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“How do you tell if you have a good criminal defense attorney? She keeps you out of jail! Hint: no Yelp in jail!”
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“I endorse this lawyer.”

R. Lanfear

Firm: Cardelli Hebert Lanfear PC
322 West Lincoln Avenue , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Real Estate
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“He's one of the best and toughest litigators in Detroit.”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Peter Rageas

Firm: Law Offices of Peter C. Rageas & Associates, PC
401 N Main Street , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Securities & Investment Fraud
I am an Attorney/CPA with a Masters in Taxation. I handle most commercial matters including transactions of businesses, real estate and some commercial litigation cases with a concentration in stockbroker misconduct cases (securities litigation).. When you trust your hard-earned savings to a stockbroker, you expect to work with a professional who represents your best interests at all times. But what happens when a stockbroker puts his own financial interests ahead of yours, putting your life savings at risk? Victims of stockbroker misconduct and fraud deserve strong and effective representation. Peter C. Rageas is a board-certified arbitrator for the Financial Insustry Reulatory Authority (FINRA).
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“nice to find a lawyer who specializes on the financial side, including tax and securities!”
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“I endorse this lawyer. I first met Peter through the American Association of Attorney-CPAs. Peter is an intelligent and practical attorney who always seems to be broadening his kno…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Peter Ellenson

Firm: Law Offices of Peter J. Ellenson
26862 Woodward Avenue , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense, Appeals
I am a smart attorney.  I do the reading and the research for every case.  I look for resolution before confrontation.  My client and I map out the case strategy together.. Clients often look for aggressive defense attorneys - and this is an important quality.  (I put it in my website URL!)  But aggression without an intelligent plan just leads to trouble.. Visit my website.  Check out some of the published appellate opinions in my cases.
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“highly recommend him, and have done so.”
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“Peter takes the time to thoroughly evaluate and investigate all of the relevant facts in a case, including all of its strengths and weaknesses, and then develops the very best appr…”
Avvo Rating: Rated 5.0 out of 5

Stephen Dunn

450 W 4th St , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Litigation
I am a partner in the litigation practice group at Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC, which has offices in Detroit, Chicago, Las Vegas, Peoria and Ann Arbor.  I am also a commissioned officer and attorney in the United States Army Reserve Judge Advocate General's Corps (JAG), where I am currently assigned to Army Special Forces Command.  I previously served as an assistant prosecuting attorney in the Oakland County Prosecututor's Office, where I served as lead trial counsel on dozens of jury and bench trials and attained convictions in the great majority.
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“a former prosecutor he understands both sides of the court.”
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“I have worked with Mr. Dunn in many capacities: as opposing counsel, as co-counsel, and on different matters with clients in common. He is hard working, well prepared, respected, d…”

Shirley L. Horn

Firm: Law Offices of Shirley Horn
25600 Woodward Avenue , Royal Oak , Michigan 48067
Practice Areas: Bankruptcy, Bankruptcy Arbitration, Bankruptcy Chapter 11, Bankruptcy Chapter 12, Bankruptcy Chapter 13, Bankruptcy Collections, Bankruptcy Fraud, Bankruptcy Litigation, Bankruptcy Mediation, Bankruptcy Reorganization, Bankruptcy Taxation, Consumer Bankruptcy, Creditor Bankruptcy, Debt Relief, Debtor Bankruptcy, Foreclosures, Fraudulent Conveyance, Insolvency, Liquidations, Out of Court Debt Restructuring, Personal Bankruptcy, Pre-Bankruptcy Workouts, Repossessions, Workouts, Workouts Taxation, Unemployment Benefits Overpayments.
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“Shirley has been a God send. She made the whole process go very smoothly. She was very professional and exceptionally kind. She was some how able to make a negative experience in t…”
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