East China Lawyers

Darrin James Andrus Attorney & Counselor At Law Bio Darrin J. Andrus represents injured and disabled individuals in matters involving Social Security disability, workers' compensation and personal injury claims. Mr. Andrus has devoted his professional career to assisting individuals with disabilities improve their quality of life through the receipt of disability benefits and/or other services. He is a hands-on individual who works in his community and is a devoted family man. He was formerly an attorney at Davidson, Breen & Doud, P.C. Education Juris Doctorate, Western Michigan University Cooley Law School Bachelor of B.A in Management, Western Michigan University Bar Location Bar Number: P60071 Admittance: 2001 Professional Associations N.O.S.S.C.R. (National Organization...

George L. Howell is an associate at the Law Offices of Sullivan and Leavitt, PC. George comes to the practice of law with a wide range of experience and education, all of which he uses to the benefit of his clients. Before attending law school, George was a police officer, which gives him a thorough understanding of the Fourth Amendment and police practices and procedures. After law school, George clerked for Justice Michael F. Cavanagh at the Michigan Supreme Court, gaining unique insights into the shape and direction of Michigan law. George also taught English...

I was born in Syria to Iraqi parents and moved to the United States when I was eight years old. Being the first in my family to attend law school, I chose a path that was different from traditional ones while maintaining a connection to my cultural heritage. My legal career began in legal aid, where I worked to protect vulnerable tenants and promote housing stability in my community. I later shifted my focus to healthcare advocacy, assisting hospitals in securing the funding necessary to provide critical medical services. More recently, my role in document review has helped ensure fairness and...

Alan T. Ackerman is the managing partner of Michigan-based Ackerman & Ackerman, P.C. Alan has been aggressively fighting for the rights of displaced and undercompensated condemnation and eminent domain victims for more than 30 years. Over the past three decades, he and his firm have tried 45 monetarily significant cases at both the state and federal level which have resulted in Just Compensation each exceeding the original offer by more than $1 million. He has been an adjunct professor teaching eminent domain law at the University of Detroit Law School since 1983, and now serves as an adjunct professor at Michigan State...

Amy began her legal career in 2011, focusing on civil litigation, and became involved in community association law when she joined MAGWV in 2016. She now helps lead the firm’s litigation team. Amy’s practice is concentrated on litigation and collection matters for condominium and homeowner associations. Since arriving at the firm in 2016, she has already brought several complex matters to favorable conclusions, attending to the minute details that often spell the difference between success and failure. Her skills ensure her clients will always know the status of a matter, and that their input and concerns will be at the...

John began his legal career as a law clerk at a prominent Detroit firm, where he was soon hired on as an association attorney. He went on to practice at a firm in Oakland County for nearly four years before joining Wegner and Associates, P.C. in 2008. When the firm merged with Makower Abbate Guerra PLLC in 2015, John continued his practice without missing a beat. Known for his dependability and practical approach, John is a strategic thinker who picks his battles carefully. He avoids far-fetched arguments and never steps into a courtroom without meticulous preparation. Outside the office, John enjoys...

Before joining the firm in 2015, Evan spent over a decade working in community association law in a non-attorney capacity, gaining a deep understanding of the field from the ground up. Since becoming an attorney, he has concentrated his practice on document revisions and restatements, condominium establishment, collections, restriction enforcement, contract drafting and review, and FHA/VA certifications. Evan is known for his thoughtful, client-focused approach, always striving to ensure that every voice is heard and that resolutions are both effective and fair. Whether he's advising clients or finding common ground in a negotiation, Evan brings patience, clarity, and a steady hand...

Maggie George joined her husband and partner, owner of George Law in 2018, bringing with her a wealth of experience from both the public and private sectors. After graduating from James Madison College at Michigan State University, Maggie initially planned to take a brief hiatus before law school and moved to Washington, DC, where she worked in the legislative branch of the government. She then continued in the workforce when she joined the training division of a Fortune 500 company—a position she didn’t expect to be so passionate about, but was—and she spent the next 13 years working her way...

The Law Office of Charles L Basch II has been in operation since 2004. My core practice is consumer bankruptcy focusing on Debtor representation, with over 4,000 cases handled throughout my career, I am confident that I can help you. Cooley Law School graduate 1999, over 3.0 grade point average. Life long resident of Metro Detroit.

Mr. Schaefer is a seasoned trial attorney practicing internet, copyright, domain name, social media, copyright, trademark, consumer class action and mass tort law on a global basis. Mr. Schaefer has significant experience in internet and technology company representation, having been named President and General Counsel of an internet start-up company in Boulder, Colorado. Mr. Schaefer has been retained on domain valuation issues in divorces, business asset valuation and other matters, having developed domain name valuation methodologies for use by courts, judges and juries. Mr. Schaefer understands the issues facing technology companies and brick-and-mortar companies with...

Keeley Blanchard is a top criminal defense attorney in Michigan. She focuses her practice in the areas of defending those wrongfully accused of criminal sexual conduct, child abuse, domestic violence, assault, child pornography, and drug crimes. Her trial experience is significant, she has an excellent reputation for being aggressive, and will out-prepare any of the prosecutors she faces in court.

Grand Rapids, Michigan attorney Michael Zamzow, partner at Zamzow Fabian PLLC, is widely respected for his years of litigation experience. His approach to the law and dedication to his clients has earned him a reputation as a fierce advocate who is unafraid to take on even the most complex cases. At the heart of Zamzow's success is his commitment to his clients. He takes the time to get to know them, understand their needs, and develop a tailored strategy. He is also deeply committed to upholding the highest ethical standards in his practice, building strong relationships with judges and court personnel....

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...