Calhoun County Business Lawyers

Kent Bieberich
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
(269) 979-3990
3 Heritage Oak Lane
Battle Creek, MI 49015
Business and Real Estate
College of William and Mary
Business and Real Estate

The best part of being a lawyer is helping others with their legal issues. I don’t pay for TV advertisements or premium on-line placements. Instead, I do the best I can at a fair price for my valuable clients who in turn pay me the ultimate compliment by referring me to others who may need legal services. Here are a few things I ask you to consider.

- I deal directly with my clients. I do not pass you on to a junior associate; I do the actual work, which I continue to find interesting and rewarding.

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Eldon J Vincent
Claimed Lawyer Profile
(269) 789-0733
PO BOX 469
MARSHALL, MI 49068
Business, Real Estate and Tax
Georgia State University College of Law
Business, Real Estate and Tax
Adam Keilen
Claimed Lawyer Profile
(269) 382-4818
141 E. Michigan Ave
Suite 602
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business, IP and Real Estate
Michigan State University
Business, IP and Real Estate
Attorney Keilen is licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan, the Federal US District Court for the Western District of Michigan, and the Federal US District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. Attorney Keilen is a Board Member and Attorney Representative for Kalamazoo Plus; he is an Advisory Board Member for the Michigan Medical Device Accelerator.

Attorney Keilen is a commercial litigator specializing in closely held business disputes; he is also the founder/owner of a local medical device company, giving him a unique appreciation for the legal issues in today’s business environment. Attorney Keilen has been a guest...
Erika Salerno Shadowens
Claimed Lawyer Profile
(886) 482-7686
211 E. Water St., Suite 400
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Business and Arbitration & Mediation
Loyola University Chicago School of Law and Drake University Law School
Business and Arbitration & Mediation
I am Erika S. Shadowens, a family law attorney with a strong reputation for my tenacious advocacy and strategic approach to litigation. As a partner at Varnum LLP, I have dedicated over 28 years to representing clients in complex divorce, child custody, and high-asset family law cases. Known for my unwavering dedication, I am a formidable presence in the courtroom, where I advocate relentlessly to protect my clients' rights and interests. My litigation experience covers all levels of the legal system, including the Michigan Supreme Court, where I have successfully argued challenging cases. Whether it's high-conflict custody disputes or intricate financial...
Ross Keilen
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(269) 382-4818
141 E. Michigan Ave.
Suite 602
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Business and Real Estate
Business and Real Estate
Ross W. Keilen is an attorney with Keilen Law, PLC. Ross focuses his practice on helping individuals and businesses with challenges, transactions, and disputes; Ross specializes in commercial litigation, business/corporate law, estate planning, assets management, personal injury, and probate disputes.

Ross earned a Bachelor’s degree from Michigan State University; thereafter, he graduated from the Michigan State University College of Law, where he received several jurisprudence awards and was listed on both the Honor Roll and the Dean’s List. Ross is a member of the State Bar of Michigan.

Ross lives in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He enjoys golf, distance running and sailing. He...
David E. Ryan
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(269) 275-4085
229 E Michigan Ave Ste 245
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business, Employment and Real Estate
Drake University Law School
Business, Employment and Real Estate
Over 20 years actively practicing law in Southern Michigan. I was a partner at a large law firm for several years, but now I operate my own small firm. Because of that, we have significantly reduced overhead compared to large law firms. This means we can provide clients with the highest quality legal services at a lower expense.
Vernon Bennett
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(269) 388-7600
136 East Michigan Avenue, Suite 800
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Business
Wayne State University Law School
Business
Michael Villar
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(269) 673-3292
139 Riverfront Plaza
Allegan, MI 49010
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business and Real Estate
University of Michigan Law School
Business and Real Estate
Mr. Villar graduated from the University of Michigan Law School and went on to hold clerkships for the Honorable George R. Corsiglia in the Allegan Circuit Court and for the Michigan Court of Appeals. Since entering private practice in 1993, Mr. Villar has participated in numerous high visibility cases throughout Southwest Michigan.

Mr. Villar has also worked for one of the largest law firms in America, Dorsey & Whitney. Dorsey & Whitney employed over 330 attorneys and had offices in Minneapolis, Los Angeles, New York, Brussels (Belgium), London (England), and Paris (France). While demanding, Dorsey & Whitney prepared Mr. Villar for...
Brendan Noel Guilford
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(269) 389-0687
821 W. South Street
Ste. D
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Business
Nova Southeastern University
Business
BRENDAN N. GUILFORD was born and raised in Kalamazoo County, attending Vicksburg High School. He went on to earn his Bachelor of Arts undergraduate degree in Political Science from Alma College in 2005. After moving to Florida with his wife, Brendan received his law degree from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale. While attending law school, he clerked for the community association firm Kahan Shir, PL in Boca Raton, FL. After graduating from law school, he relocated to the Tampa Bay region with his family in mid-2009. While working in and around Tampa, Brendan worked...
Patrick Duff
Claimed Lawyer ProfileQ&ASocial MediaResponsive Law
(616) 531-7711
3996 Chicago Dr SW
Grandville, MI 49418
Business, Insurance Claims and Workers' Comp
Michigan State University College of Law
Business, Insurance Claims and Workers' Comp
I’ve worked with injured folks for the past decade, both in the context of auto accidents and worker’s compensation. I know that when you suffer an injury, you need firm and aggressive advocacy so your voice can be heard. But you also need frank and honest guidance so you can make good decisions for your future and for your family’s future. I provide both.

When you call my firm, I’m the one you’ll talk to on the phone, not some screener who passes you along to an associate. I take your call, I hear your story, I...
Beverly Herson
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial MediaResponsive Law
(517) 925-8900
931 N Clinton Street
Grand Ledge, MI 48837
Business and Real Estate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School and Frostburg State University
Business and Real Estate
Mrs. Herson is a 2013 graduate of Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School. During her tenure at Cooley, she was a student attorney in the Sixty Plus Clinic performing over 270 hours of Pro bono service in Estate Planning. She is a current Board member for the Sixty Plus Clinic and continues to advocate for protecting our elderly. In addition to zealously advocating for her clients, Mrs. Herson is an adjunct law and MBA professor for several universities and has co-authored a nonprofit law book.
Michael Lichterman
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(616) 827-7596
5252 Clyde Park Ave. SW
Suite A
Grand Rapids, MI 49509
Business
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Business
A relationship approach to providing peace of mind for your family and your business. That says it all. At Lichterman Law, PLC we strive to provide families and businesses with access to their own personal lawyer. We call it the Lichterman Law Difference. It is my passion to help families and businesses make the best decisions possible throughout their lifetime or existence. We provide all services on a flat-fee only basis, agreed to in advance so there are no surprises. We want you to know you can call us any time without getting charged...
Matthew Piwowar
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(855) 750-8787
3185 Corporate Grove Dr., Suite C
Hudsonville, MI 49426
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business
University of Michigan Law School
Business
Estate Planning Attorney – Biography Matthew V. Piwowar is the founder of Legacy Architects PLLC. His practice focuses on Estate Planning, Trusts and Wills, Special Needs Children, Business Succession, Long-Term Care, and Probate. He has over 30 years of experience advising on estate planning, business law, mergers & acquisitions, finance, and international law. Mr. Piwowar was born in Marquette, MI 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. Experience Piwowar’s background includes such transactions as: the sale of a...
Codie Lynn Burt
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(269) 459-1432
6281 Stadium Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business, Employment and Real Estate
Michigan State University College of Law
Business, Employment and Real Estate
Codie graduated with her J.D. from Michigan State University College of Law in 2021. While in law school she served as a peer mentor in the reading, writing, and analysis department in addition to becoming a Civil Facilitative Mediator and worked as a legal intern at Jackson National Life Insurance Company before beginning her legal career at Herbert Machnik Law Firm. At Herbert Machnik Codie works primarily in Business Organization, Contracts, Property, Employment, and Trust and Estate Administration. Codie is an active member of her community and helps to mentor...
Jason N. Machnik
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(269) 459-1432
6281 Stadium Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business, Arbitration & Mediation and Real Estate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Business, Arbitration & Mediation and Real Estate
Jason N. Machnik was born and raised in Kalamazoo, Michigan. He attended Western Michigan University where he earned a B.A. in Marketing. Jason went on to graduate Cum Laude from Thomas M. Cooley Law School and earned his J.D. in the accelerated program. While in law school, he served as Class Representative for the Student Bar Association and as Chapter President of Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity. Jason earned the Certificate of Merit in Property Law. Prior to joining Willis Law, Jason served as a Law Clerk for Judges in Allegan County and Cass County. When out of...
L. Allen Heneveld
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
(616) 498-5112
2828 Kraft Ave SE
Ste. 256
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business and Trademarks
The George Washington University Law School
Business and Trademarks
BUSINESS LAW. With my education (JD, MBA, CPA) and experience (Attorney and Business Executive) I bring an unusual extensive knowledge and experience in both the business legal world and the business operations world. As a result, I understand both the business and legal aspects of most situations.

ESTATE PLANNING. I have developed an unique process to help clients understand how an estate plan works in order to help them make informed decisions so they have a peace of mind knowing what how their estate plan will unfold as life progresses.

PROBATE. For those looking to keep...
Justin Alan Breithaupt
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(269) 459-1432
6281 Stadium Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49009
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business and Insurance Defense
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Business and Insurance Defense
Justin began his legal career in insurance defense where he gained experience handling complex litigation matters. Justin continued to build his litigation acumen by working on cases across a wide spectrum of legal issues including personal injury, no-fault PIP claims, wrongful death, contract disputes, property disputes, and premises liability. Since starting at Herbert Machnik in 2022, Justin has been a valuable asset on the civil litigation team in addition to assisting in matters related to estate planning and business planning and formation. Justin is an active member of his church and gives back to his community by working with the...
Adil Daudi
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(517) 381-2663
4121 Okemos Rd., Suite 10
Okemos, MI 48864
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Business
My practice is focused on business and estate planning. I regularly counsel business clients on operations and legal concerns, including drafting, reviewing, and advising on contractual matters, such as employment, buy-sell, and other corporate related documents. I place a strong emphasis on counseling my clients on risk management strategies ensuring their interests are met. Frequently, I speak to other professionals and professional groups, assisted living centers, hospitals, and government agencies across Michigan on various business, estate planning, and health related topics.
Christopher Kroll
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(517) 381-2663
4121 Okemos Rd., Suite 10
Okemos, MI 48864
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Business
My practice is focused on family law and estate planning. I assist clients with various matters such as divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, prenuptial agreements, civil litigation, preparing trusts, and wills. I have worked on hundreds of family law cases with excellent results for my clients.
Peter C Brown
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(517) 730-0081
1755 Abbey Road
East Lansing, MI 48823
Business, Insurance Defense and Real Estate
Michigan State University College of Law and Western Michigan University
Business, Insurance Defense and Real Estate
Peter Brown concentrates his practice on litigation, real estate, and business law. He regularly represents individuals, businesses, lenders, and insurance companies in a wide range of civil litigation and transactional matters. As a seasoned, trial-tested litigator, Pete is recognized as one of Michigan’s leading trial attorneys. He has successfully handled complex, high-stakes cases in both state and federal courts, having litigated in more than 40 state circuit courts across Michigan. His litigation experience includes real estate disputes, commercial litigation, insurance defense, creditors’ rights, and probate litigation. He is also an experienced appellate advocate, frequently appearing before the Michigan Court of Appeals. Pete...
Theodore J Westbrook
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(616) 888-3130
Centennial Plaza, Suite 205
2851 Charlevoix Dr. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business
Michigan State University
Business
My practice is concentrated in four principal areas: consumer rights, lender liability, estate planning, and probate litigation. In the field of consumer rights, I have represented individuals and classes in litigation under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the Truth in Lending Act and the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act. Most frequently my clients are individuals or businesses pursuing or defending their legal rights against banks, financial institutions, mortgage servicers and other large corporations. Westbrook Law PLLC also provides services to clients in the areas of estate planning and probate and trust administration...
Patrick R Sughroue
Claimed Lawyer ProfileResponsive Law
(616) 540-8329
PO Box 120155
Grand Rapids, MI 49528
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business, Real Estate, Securities and Tax
Wayne State University Law School
Business, Real Estate, Securities and Tax
Over the past 35+ years, I have served as legal counsel and business adviser in connection with many public and private securities, capitalization, finance, merger, acquisition and consolidation transactions. Over the years, my emphasis has been in the energy and real estate industries, as well as with emerging stage and technology-based companies. Recently, I have worked extensively in the qualified opportunity zone space and with cannabis industry businesses.

I also maintain an alternative dispute resolution practice (arbitration and mediation) for securities, financial and business disputes. I have also published and presented extensively on a variety of topics including...
Christopher James Topa JD, MBA, MPA
Claimed Lawyer ProfileSocial Media
(734) 358-2113
6110 Abbot Road
Ste. D
East Lansing, MI 48823
Business and Tax
Wayne State University Law School and Ave Maria School of Law
Business and Tax
Melissa K. Allen
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(517) 669-1078
12800 Escanaba Dr Ste F
Dewitt, MI 48820
Business and Real Estate
Cooley Law School
Business and Real Estate
Melissa K. Allen has served the Greater Lansing area since 1995, offering compassionate and professional estate planning services. A University of Michigan and then Thomas M. Cooley Law School graduate, she earned multiple honors, including Cum Laude distinction and top 7% of her class. Ms. Allen has been recognized with the "People's Choice Award for Favorite Attorney" seven times and frequently speaks on estate planning. Her approachable manner and expertise simplify complex issues, such as second marriages and beneficiaries with disabilities, making the process easy and rewarding for her clients.
Christopher James Acklin
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(616) 530-0101
1779 28th St. SW
Wyoming, MI 49519
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business and Real Estate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Business and Real Estate
Christopher has lived in Grand Rapids since 1st grade, He graduated from City High School, and then moved on to Grand Valley State University, where he met his wife, Devon. After receiving his Bachelor's in English and Political Science, Christopher moved on to complete his legal education at Thomas M. cooley Law School, and was admitted to the bar in 2011. His practice at The Grand Rapids Law Group handles criminal defense, divorce & child custody, business law, drunk driving defense, social security & disability, and other legal matters.
Patrick Drueke
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(616) 235-5175
161 Ottawa Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business and Real Estate
Wayne State University Law School
Business and Real Estate
I am a shareholder at Rhoades McKee, P.C. I help individuals and businesses facing real estate disputes, land development challenges, condemnation, real estate transactions and construction matters achieve their objectives through a defined and realistic strategy. I can provide a detailed understanding of the emerging legal issues in green building and the LEED rating system. I am the only attorney in West Michigan that has achieved the LEED Accredited Professional (LEED AP) designation through the United States Green Building Council, and an environmental certification from Green Advantage®. I understand the issues faced by those individuals and businesses in the real...
Fredrick W. Jensen
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(269) 673-8133
126 Locust Street, Ste A
Allegan, MI 49010
Business and Real Estate
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Business and Real Estate
Michael Caywood
Claimed Lawyer Profile
(269) 651-3281
112 S Monroe St
Sturgis, MI 49091
Business, Arbitration & Mediation and IP
University of Iowa
Business, Arbitration & Mediation and IP
Michael J. Caywood began practicing law in 1991 and joined Dresser Dresser Haas & Caywood, PC in 1999. Prior to moving to Sturgis, Michael practiced in Phoenix at the law firm of Snell & Wilmer and in Chicago with Ungaretti & Harris and the Division of Enforcement for the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. While in Phoenix and Chicago, Michael's practice included complex commercial, medical products liability, intellectual property and securities litigation in both State and Federal Courts, as well as intricate technology transactional agreements. Michael has further developed his practice since joining Dresser Dresser Haas & Caywood, PC....
Geraldine Anne Brown
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(989) 335-7603
525 W. Ottawa St., Third Floor
Lansing, MI 48933
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business
Michigan State University College of Law
Business
Assistant Attorney General for the State of Michigan since 2011.
Lawrence Wilson
Claimed Lawyer Profile
(616) 676-3852
6440 Fulton E
Ste 202
Ada, MI 49301
Business, Real Estate and Tax
The University of Toledo College of Law
Business, Real Estate and Tax
Born and raised in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
David Platt
Claimed Lawyer Profile
(517) 282-1000
1003 N. Washington Ave.
Lansing, MI 4906
Business
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Business
David M. Platt has more than 38 years of experience as an estate planning and business attorney. David concentrates his law practice in the areas of estate planning and administration, probate litigation, pre and post nuptial agreements, real estate and business entity formation. He assists clients in the preparation of wills, trusts, family cottage limited partnerships, as well as providing counsel to minimize income and estate taxes.

David frequently speaks and writes on estate planning and business matters for financial planners, accountants and attorneys, as well as the general public. He is an adjunct professor of law at the Michigan...
Byron Gallagher
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(517) 853-1515
2001 Abbot Road
East Lansing, MI 48823
Business and Real Estate
Washington University School of Law
Business and Real Estate
Mr. Shawn P. Eyestone
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(616) 682-5574
625 Kenmoor Ave
Suite 301
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business
Business
At Eyestone Law Offices, PLC, we provide practical and affordable solutions for your personal and financial legal issues, such as wills, trusts, estate planning, and asset protection. Many of our clients also own small businesses or closely-held companies, and we help these entrepreneurs reduce risk and maximize profits. Our business, financial and estate planning services are designed to ensure that your life’s work continues to provide for you and your family even after you no longer can. No business and personal situation is the same as another, so before charging you a cent or suggesting any course of action, we make...
Joni Bibler
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(517) 392-8203
113 W. Michigan #474
Jackson, MI 49204
Business, Arbitration & Mediation, Bankruptcy and Tax
Business, Arbitration & Mediation, Bankruptcy and Tax
Kurt  Hatfield
Claimed Lawyer Profile
(269) 355-6054
360 E Allegan Street, Suite C
Otsego, MI 49078
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business, Real Estate and Tax
Business, Real Estate and Tax
Graduated from Wayne State University Law School with a Master of Law - Taxation (LL.M.), Thomas M. Cooley Law School with a Juris Doctorate (J.D.), and Nazareth College in Kalamazoo with a Bachelor's in Business Administration in Management (BBA). Additional practice areas: Commercial real estate development law including wetlands, environmental, drain law, Land Division Act, ground leases, property tax uncapping, Downtown Development Authority, commercial leases, and mediation services. Call or email me for a free consultation on how I can help you reach your commercial and business development goals.
Mrs. Ean P. Hamilton
Claimed Lawyer Profile
(269) 488-8394
1803 Whites Rd.
Suite 5
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business
Western Michigan University Cooley Law School
Business
Philip M. Moilanen
Claimed Lawyer Profile
(517) 788-8500
404 S Jackson St
Jackson, MI 49201
Business and Employment
University of Michigan - Ann Arbor and Michigan State University
Business and Employment
Check out the website at www.philmoilanen.com
Philip Edward Hamilton
Claimed Lawyer ProfileResponsive Law
(269) 488-8394
3431 Oakland Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
Free Consultation
Free Consultation Business, Arbitration & Mediation, IP and Securities
Business, Arbitration & Mediation, IP and Securities
Albert Laaksonen
Claimed Lawyer ProfileResponsive Law
(269) 655-1035
226 1/2 East Michigan Ave
Paw Paw, MI 49079
Business and Real Estate
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
Business and Real Estate
Albert W. Laaksonen II, is the founding attorney of Laaksonen Law Offices, P.C. He received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and his JD from the Indiana University School of Law in Bloomington, Indiana.
Attorney Laaksonen is a member of the State Bar of Michigan, Van Buren County Bar Association, and the Kalamazoo County Bar Association. He is certified as both a Civil Mediator and a Domestic Relations Mediator.

He currently serves on the Community Corrections Board for Van Buren County, and the the Kalamazoo Christian School Association Board.

Attorney Laaksonen specializes...
Mr. Thomas Cecil
Claimed Lawyer Profile
(517) 676-8099
366 So. Jefferson St., Ste. B
www.tomcecillaw@hotmail.com
Mason, MI 48854
Business and Appeals
University of Louisville
Business and Appeals
Tom Cecil is a motivated trial attorney with Big City skills located in the small town of Mason, Michigan. Cecil dedicates his practice to representing people who have been injured through the negligence or intentional misconduct of others, including businesses. Cecil enjoys class action practice. His most recent significant victory being a successful civil rights claim against the City of Detroit in which Cecil represented over 1200 people. Cecil is eager to hear what you have to say and will give due consideration to your concerns.
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