Linden Lawyers

I graduated from Swartz Creek High School in 1982, from the University of Michigan - Flint in 1986 and the Thomas M. Cooley Law School (now Western Michigan Law School) in 1989. I have been practicing since 1989. My practice is mostly confined to the family. I do divorce, child custody and support, parenting time, paternity, child abuse and neglect, wills, estate planing, guardianship and conservatorship.

I believe most people are in my office for stressful situations. I try to relieve that stress and walk you through the court process as easy as possible.

Matthew’s practice focuses on all aspects of both criminal defense and family law, including divorce, child custody and support issues, paternity, parenting time disputes and spousal support modifications. Specifically, Matthew ‘s talents are best utilized in high conflict family situations for professionals, especially cases involving mental health and substance abuse issues, dealing with narcissistic personality disorders and special needs children. Matthew is a proud Howell High School graduate and is a lifelong resident of Livingston County. Matthew is the recipient of: American Institute of Legal Advocates “Rising Star 2019” award, and the “Top Ranking Attorney” award for both 2020 and 2021 from...

Laura Breckenridge has been practicing bankruptcy law since 2003 and has helped hundreds of people in Michigan get financial help and freedom from overwhelming high interest and debt. She has focused her practice on solely bankruptcy law and has developed one of the top bankruptcy firms in the area. She maintains and excellent reputation in the community for her knowledge of the law and her professionalism. Breckenridge & Davis cares about their clients: "our goal is to make sure that our clients get personalized attention and have access to their attorney whenever they need it for any...

Shaw has spent nearly 30 years as a litigation attorney. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree in 1989 from Michigan State University. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 1993 from Wayne State University School of Law and is admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan and the United States District Court of the Eastern and Western District of Michigan. Shaw joined Buckfire Law Firm in September 2023 and focuses mainly on first-party auto claims, third-party auto negligence, and motorcycle, pedestrian, and bicycle accidents. He has tried countless personal injury trials and has extensive experience handling a wide variety...

An attorney since 1988, Ms. Gabel graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Arts degree (with honors) and from Wayne State University with a Juris Doctorate degree (cum laude). A past lecturer and instructor on the subjects of estate planning, probate and real estate law, she now concentrates her practice in family law, having completed extensive training specific to domestic relations mediation. Ms. Gabel was certified as a mediator in 2003 and was one of the first Michigan attorneys to receive a Certificate of Completion in ICLE's Family Law Certificate Program in 2008.

I have been practicing law for approximately 25 years in mid-Michigan. Generally, I practice in the areas of family law, estate planing, probate and trust administration, real estate, and commercial litigation. I also represent a number of small municipalities. In my free time, I enjoy sports cars, outdoor activities, motorcycles, and construction projects.

Been helping people with debt relief and bankruptcy since 2001. Went to Thomas Cooley Law school and college at university of Oklahoma. Also doing drunk driving defense

With over 40 years of experience, I specialize in both Personal Injury and Criminal Defense cases throughout the state of Michigan. Since 1978, I have successfully represented clients who have been injured and are entitled to compensation for past and future medical bills, lost income, pain and suffering, disability, disfigurement, and emotional distress.

Additionally, my expertise extends to diligently representing clients who have been charged with criminal offenses, such as DUI, DWI, OWI, Minor in Possession, Driving While License Suspended, and other legal violations. Available 24/7, I am here to help you.

Former Assistant Prosecutor, Police Officer, Federal Agent. Professor of Criminal Justice. Advisor to Michigan Senate Judiciary Committee on Drunk Driving law. Ph.D Candidate in sociology (drunk driving), LL.M candidate in labor law.

Christopher H. Tovar worked in the securities industry as a registered representative with two national brokerage firms before becoming an attorney specializing in securities arbitration before NASD and NYSE (now FINRA) panels and litigation in court settings. He has represented investors seeking redress in cases involving the full range of brokerage negligence and fraud issues, from unsuitability to churning, failure to supervise, selling away, mishandling of incentive stock options, investment banking fraud and conversion. He has also represented brokers and brokerage firms in defending against such claims, as well as brokers who have been wrongfully terminated or who have had...

Over 30 years experience in Family Law.

Ms. Bowlin concentrates her practice in corporate/small business, real estate, and construction law. She is a leading practitioner in the areas of construction liens, land use development, zoning, and condominium association law. She is a 1995 graduate of the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law and received her undergraduate degree from James Madison College at Michigan State University. Prior to founding this law firm, she specialized in municipal and public corporation law, representing several village, townships, and cities in Livingston and Oakland County.

I have been doing bankruptcy work for 25 years. I handle your case personally start to finish. I have been in same location in downtown Flint for over 20 years. I have competitive rates and take payments. When you call you will talk directly to me and I will take the time to answer all your questions. I have free consultations by phone or at my office. I can get cases filed same day if necessary and often do in order to stop repossession, garnishments or foreclosures. I often have clients call and then come in the same day...

Engaging with people and helping them solve problems is what I have been doing all my life; well, that and dealing with bullies, but we’ll talk about that later. I may not be able to guarantee anything, but whatever problem you’re going through, chances are that I have probably been there myself or helped someone overcome the same obstacle. You’ve probably noticed I’m literally the antithesis of formal, and it isn’t by design or some marketing ploy. This is me to my core: raw, honest, open, and not a shred of ego. I am very laid back, but my process is...

B.A. Economics - University of Michigan
J.D. - University of Michigan Law School
L.L.M. Wayne State University Law School
Law Clerk - Michigan Court of Appeals
Member - Business Advisory Board - Institute for Continuing Legal Education (ICLE)
ICLE Publications:
Contributing Author-Advising Closely Held Businesses In Michigan
Author - Purchase & Sale of Business / Michigan Business Formbook
Author - Transfer Michigan Liquor Licenses
Practice Areas:
Business & Estate Planning, including Wills, Trusts & Power of Attorney & Health Care Power of Attorney, Estate & Trust Administration, Entity Formations & Dissolutions, Business Transactions, Purchase & Sale of Businesses and Professional Practices, Prenuptial Agreements