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Joshua Stewart EldenBrady
Holton, MI Attorney with 15 years of experience
Criminal Defense
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Gary K. Springstead
Fremont, MI Lawyer with 25 years of experience
Free ConsultationAppeals, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and White Collar Crime
Wayne State University Law School and University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Gary K. Springstead is a former FBI Agent and criminal defense attorney defending clients in state court in Michigan and federal courts throughout the United States. He is rated a Super Lawyer for Criminal Law, a 10.0 on Avvo and received the Client's Choice Award on Avvo for his outstanding work. He regularly defends clients in high-profile cases in Michigan and throughout the United States.
In federal court, Mr. Springstead defends clients accused of a wide variety of crimes. This includes white collar crimes such as health care fraud, bank fraud, wire fraud and mail fraud, embezzlement, bribery and kickback schemes;...
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Michael Robert Bartish
Fremont, MI Lawyer with 26 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Military
University of Cincinnati College of Law
Michael R. Bartish is a founding member of Springstead & Bartish Law, P.L.L.C.. He defends and represents clients in state and federal courts throughout Western Michigan from Niles to Traverse City. Mr. Bartish is a former active duty Judge Advocate General in the U.S. Army where he served at Fort Hood, Texas, from 1999 through 2002. During his active duty service, Mr. Bartish served as a trial counsel and senior trial counsel for the First Cavalry Division and as a Trial Defense Counsel for Fort Hood, Texas. After four years on active duty, Mr. Bartish went into private practice...
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Rick A. Prysock
Fremont, MI Lawyer with 26 years of experience
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Lindsey Ann Barkow
Fremont, MI Attorney with 10 years of experience
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Alana L. Wiaduck
Muskegon, MI Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationDivorce, Family, Personal Injury and Social Security Disability
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and University of Michigan
I am an attorney who has lived on the west Michigan lakeshore for over 20 years. My practice focuses on family law, criminal defense, and plaintiff's personal injury cases, including No Fault and third-party auto accident claims. I am an effective, efficient lawyer who will listen to you and fight for your rights. Areas of Practice include: Personal Injury - Auto Accidents, Dog Bites, Slip and Fall, Negligence, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck Accidents, Bike or Pedestrian Car Accidents. Family Law - Divorce, Child Custody, Parenting Time, Child Support, Spousal Support, Guardianships of...
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David C. Andersen
Muskegon, MI Attorney with 45 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy
Wayne State University Law School and Grand Valley State University
I have been practicing law since 1979 in the State and Federal Courts. My firm specializes in bankruptcy and is actively involved in the bankruptcy practice in West Michigan. I am a Board Certified Specialist in Consumer Bankruptcy Law by the American Board of Certification. I am actively involved in many local bar organizations that focus on bankruptcy practice, speak at many conferences, and I’ve helped thousands of people through the bankruptcy process.
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Anna K. Urick Duggins
Muskegon, MI Attorney with 27 years of experience
Free ConsultationElder
Wayne State University Law School
Born in the small town of Hart, Anna is a lifelong Michigan resident. She moved to Muskegon to practice law, joining Parmenter Law in 1997—fulfilling her goal of staying close to Lake Michigan. Anna enjoys helping people which is reflected in her legal practice that focuses on elder law, estate planning and trust and estate administration.
In helping clients and their families, Anna takes a solution-oriented approach that goes far beyond addressing the immediate problem. Her comprehensive, integrated strategy includes a full evaluation of the client's and family's needs and goals, both short-term and long-term. In addition to providing the right...
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Shon A. Cook
Muskegon, MI Attorney with 30 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Creighton University School of Law
Shon Cook possesses a deep-seated passion for the legal field, dedicating nearly three decades to advocating for individuals across a diverse spectrum of legal matters. Her extensive experience spans various areas of law, and she has honed her focus on addressing family law issues, such as divorce, custody, parenting time, child support, spousal support, guardianships, adoption, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, and mediations.
With a straightforward philosophy, Shon leverages the power of the law to achieve positive outcomes for her clients. Her expertise and commitment have not only made her a sought-after advocate among clients but have also established her as a...
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Adam Zuwerink
Muskegon, MI Attorney with 20 years of experience
Business, Estate Planning and Real Estate
University of Virginia
Headquartered in Holland, Michigan with a second office in Muskegon, Michigan, West Michigan Law, P.C. was founded by Adam Zuwerink to provide the highest-quality legal services on an efficient and cost-effective basis, focusing on business, real estate and estate planning legal work.
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Gary T. Neal
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Free ConsultationSocial Security Disability and Workers' Comp
University of Wisconsin - Madison and Michigan State University College of Law
Gary T. Neal specializes in the areas of workers' compensation, Social Security, and unemployment benefits. Mr. Neal received his law degree from the University of Wisconsin. He also graduated from Michigan State University with high honors, receiving a B.A. in criminal justice.
Mr. Neal is a dedicated advocate for his injured and disabled clients. He also has been a guest lecturer at many labor union and disability advocacy events, focusing on both workers' compensation and Social Security law.
He is a member of the Michigan Association for Justice and the Muskegon County Bar Association. He also coaches the North Muskegon High School...
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Michael J. Flynn
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 56 years of experience
Free ConsultationNursing Home, Personal Injury, Social Security Disability and Workers' Comp
Michigan State University College of Law
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Robert O. Chessman
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 50 years of experience
Free ConsultationArbitration & Mediation, Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home and Personal Injury
University of Michigan Law School
Robert O. Chessman focuses his work on automobile accidents, personal injuries, wrongful death, and medical and professional malpractice. He also works as a state-certified mediator to resolve disputes in civil cases of all types. Mr. Chessman graduated from the University of Michigan Law School and holds a cum laude degree from Harvard University.
Mr. Chessman is a past president of the Muskegon County Bar Association, and is a member of the Michigan State Bar Association and the Michigan Association for Justice.
Before joining McCroskey Law, Mr. Chessman spent three and one-half years in the Peace Corps, in Togo, West Africa. He also...
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John M. Karafa
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 41 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Wayne State University
John Karafa has represented corporate and individual clients in federal and state courts throughout Michigan for 40 years. John’s advocacy is fueled by his seasoned trial experience, professional energy, and focused determination to assist clients with their objectives, in both trial and alternative dispute resolution proceedings. Whether presenting for his clients orally or through the written word, John makes sure their voices are heard, and their concerns are expressed.
At Tabono Law, John’s practice focuses on divorce, custody, and parenting time in state courts, and criminal defense in both state and federal courts.
John earned his Juris Doctor degree from...
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Jeanette M. Colella
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology
Jeanie has been a licensed attorney in Michigan since 1993 and has spent more than two decades utilizing her legal degree at law firms, non-profits, and corporate entities.
Jeanie began her practice in 1993 at Culver, Knowlton, Even and Franks, practicing in the areas of corporate and real estate law. After several years in that capacity, Jeanie left private practice to join the Child Abuse Council for Muskegon County, serving as Executive Director for over five years. Jeanie managed a budget of over $600,000 and 10 employees and expanded services for children throughout Muskegon County that had been physically and sexually...
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Jacob Baelstrom
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 5 years of experience
Business and Real Estate
University of Minnesota Law School
Originally from Muskegon, Jacob studied economics at the University of Michigan and law at the University of Minnesota. Now, he practices law, focusing on business and real estate transactions, with the experienced attorneys at the Norton Shores based firm Gielow Groom Terpstra & McEvoy.
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Erin L Emelander
Newaygo, MI Attorney with 12 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, DUI & DWI, Divorce and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and Monash University Law Chambers, Melbourne, Australia
Graduated from Grand Valley State University with a Bachelor's of Science in Behavioral Science with an emphasis in Criminal Justice.
Graduated from Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Was member of the Dean's List. Studied abroad in Australia and New Zealand.
Paralegal for The Law Office of Craig A. Jenison (6 years)
Prior Litigation Support Analyst for Varnum (2 years)
Prior internship with Ottawa County Prosecutor's Office: assisted prosecution with a cold case murder trial
Prior internship with Kent County Prosecutor's Office Juvenile Division
Established and ran her own law office following graduation for six months before accepting a position as Chief Assistant Prosecuting Attorney in Oceana...
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Harold Leo Emelander
Newaygo, MI Attorney with 17 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Family, Insurance Claims and Personal Injury
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Harold Leo Emelander was raised in Newaygo, Michigan. After graduating from Newaygo High School, he attended Grand Valley State University where he received his Bachelor of Arts in Spanish. He then went on to receive his Juris Doctorate from Thomas M. Cooley Law School in 2006. To further his education he then moved to Florida where he attended The University of Florida College of Law and received his LLM in Taxation in 2007. Mr. Emelander began his legal career in Miami, Florida at an accounting firm. He utilized his degree in taxation law by advising clients on individual,...
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Rebecca L. Johnson-Ellis
Muskegon , MI Attorney with 21 years of experience
Free ConsultationBankruptcy and Consumer
Michigan State University
Rebecca L. Johnson-Ellis , a partner in the firm, has been an attorney for the past 14 years and us board certified in Consumer Bankruptcy Law from the American Board of Certification. Rebecca received both her law school degree and her undergraduate degree from Michigan State University. Rebecca is admitted to practice in the courts of Michigan, the Western District of Michigan Federal Courts and the U.S. Supreme Court. Rebecca has been recognized by her peers in the Michigan Super Lawyers Magazine as a Rising Star several years in a row. Rebecca has helped thousands of individuals through the...
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Matthew G. Swartz
Muskegon, MI Attorney with 14 years of experience
Free ConsultationAsbestos, Medical Malpractice, Personal Injury and Social Security Disability
Michigan State University
At Shafer Swartz, PLC, we have represented individuals seriously injured as a result of negligence for more than 4 decades. Matt graduated from Michigan State University College of Law, as well as from Central Michigan University with a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. While his practice takes him all over the state, Matt lives in West Michigan with his wife and two daughters. Matt provides all clients with his mobile phone number and personal email address. All calls, emails, and text messages are returned within 24 hours, usually much sooner that. Weekend appointments and phone conferences are available with advance...
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Mr. Chris Allen Houghtaling
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 29 years of experience
Business, Criminal Defense, DUI & DWI and Divorce
Valparaiso University School of Law
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Jay E. Burrows
Shelby, MI Attorney with 48 years of experience
Elder, Estate Planning, Probate and Real Estate
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
Mr. Burrows has probated more estates than any other attorney now practicing in Oceana County. He has also save his client hundreds of thousands of dollars in qualifying clients for Medicaid when faced with nursing home bills. Mr. Burrows is a graduate of Michigan State and Michigans's most prestigious law school, the University of Michigan. He has practiced for over 39 years and he still loves his work. He can also help your with estate planning, tax planning, income tax preparation and appeals of property tax assessments. Mr. Burrows cares deeply about his clients and their problems.
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Martin Holmes
Muskegon, MI Lawyer
Bankruptcy, Probate, Real Estate and Social Security Disability
University of Detroit
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Gerald Peter Nehra
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 55 years of experience
Free ConsultationBusiness
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Fredric Balgooyen
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 58 years of experience
(231) 733-2566
McCroskey Law Building
1440 Peck Street
Muskegon, MI 49441
Business, Criminal Defense, Elder and Estate Planning
Balgooyen Law Offices has been a general practice firm in Muskegon County for over 40 years, having represented three municipal governments, several area businesses, and multiple generations of Muskegon families. Fredric F. Balgooyen, sole practitioner, has experience as both a prosecuting and public defense attorney, is a member of the State Bar of Michigan's Criminal Law Section, Probate and Estate Planning Section and Master Lawyer Section. Practice areas include estate planning, Wills & Trusts, Probate and decedent estates, real estate, business law, business planning, commercial and civil litigation, Landlord-Tenant, family law, domestic issues, divorce, child support...
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Jason D. Kolkema
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Divorce, Family and Landlord Tenant
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Renee C. Walsh
Muskegon, MI Attorney with 24 years of experience
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David B. Kortering
Muskegon, MI Lawyer with 28 years of experience
Administrative, Criminal Defense, Family and Juvenile
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Terry J Nolan
Muskegon, MI Lawyer
I started working as an intern in the Muskegon County Prosecutor's Office in 1984. In1986 I joined the firm of Potuznik, Spaniola, Wilson, Anderson & Nolan, PC. In 1990, I started my own firm which later became Nolan & Nolan, PC. I eventually opened Nolan Law Offices, PLLC and our law firm is one of the most sought after criminal defense firms in Western Michigan.
I have NOT GUILTY verdicts in almost every major felony that can be charged and a slew of misdemeanor NOT GUILTY verdicts. I charge reasonable rates and I work long hours to...
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Mr. Kevin J Kozma
White Cloud, MI Lawyer with 45 years of experience
Criminal Defense, Family, Probate and Real Estate
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Rachel L Terpstra
Norton Shores, MI Attorney
Business, Divorce and Family
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Keith L. McEvoy
Norton Shores, MI Attorney
Agricultural, Business and Real Estate
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Eric R. Gielow
Norton Shores, MI Lawyer
Environmental and Real Estate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
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Lisa Kirsch Satawa
Big Rapids, MI Lawyer with 30 years of experience
Free ConsultationCriminal Defense, Education, Family and Juvenile
Detroit College of Law
I'm Lisa B. Kirsch Satawa, and together with Christina Daskas (deceased), I founded Kirsch Daskas Law Group in 2015 with a mission close to our hearts: preventing wrongful convictions by defending against false allegations, one client at a time. Our vision wasn't just about legal representation; it was about nurturing young lawyers into compassionate advocates who see beyond the accusations to the person behind them.
Born in Detroit, MI in the 1960s, I was raised with invaluable lessons by my parents—lessons in the importance of a strong work ethic, humility, gratitude, and family. Married to criminal defense attorney Mark Satawa...
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James W. Kraayeveld
Grand Rapids, MI Attorney with 31 years of experience
Appeals, Divorce, Domestic Violence and Family
Valparaiso University School of Law
I have been practicing family law for more than three decades. It is my goal for our legal team to provide each client with individual attention because each client and each case is different, and I enjoy the personal interaction with a client and working towards successful completion of each case to the benefit of each family.
I have seen a need to specialize in parental alienation cases which has led to an overall greater experience in child custody cases.
Secondly, I have specialized in complex divorce matters involving significant assets, business assets, determining complex income...