Troy, MI Lawyers

Civil Litigation

888 W Big Beaver Rd ste 350, Troy, MI 48084, USA

Fascinated by the ‘mind behind the mask', Attorney Adam Akeel has been an avid student of psychology since 2011. This lifelong study has provided Adam with a unique advantage as a litigator. In 2016, Adam joined Akeel & Valentine, PLC to fight for the greater good alongside his father. Since joining, Adam has been heavily involved in all aspects of litigation. Adam has a passion for research and writing and has authored countless briefs on unique legal issues in State and Federal courts throughout the country-including several briefs before the United States Supreme Court. Adam's goal is to win on paper. His legal writing has resulted in many favorable outcomes against institutions, municipalities, and fortune 100 and 500 companies. A deep legal thinker, he has an innate ability to digest and understand large bodies of case law relating to unique and complex legal issues. Awarded the first of its kind accolade as an "Intellectually Curious Genius" by his law school, Adam's creativity is seen throughout his writing, much of which has been borrowed by State and Federal judges in the drafting of their judicial decisions. Adam is also experienced in litigating class and collective actions throughout the country. In the early stages of his career, Adam litigated cases against large corporations, universities, and municipalities for civil rights and constitutional violations. Now, much of Adam's time is spent litigating large nationwide cases against the insurance and pharmaceutical industries for their anticompetitive and fraudulent conduct. In his down time, Adam likes to read books on psychology, philosophy, business, and history.

Intellectual Property Law

3331 West Big Beaver Road, Suite 102, Troy, MI 48084

Drawing from his 20+ years of experience as in-house counsel, including as Chief IP Counsel for Lear Corporation, Bill offers sophisticated business judgment that is rare in private practice. His in-house experience includes service for the US Army, BASF, SC Johnson, and Detroit Diesel. As evidence of his breadth and depth, Bill has structured acquisitions of technology companies, set up engineering entities in China for developing next generation batteries, cross-licensed IP, and litigated patent and trade secret issues. He knows how to focus on the clients' specific business objectives, regardless of technology or industry. And he delivers results.

Estate Planning Law

1301 W Long Lake Rd suite 250, Troy, MI 48098, USA

Brandon S. Thomson is a seasoned attorney at Frasco Caponigro Wineman Scheible Hauser & Luttmann PLLC, where he excels in providing tailored legal solutions to a diverse clientele. Brandon specializes in estate planning, trust and probate administration, and special needs trusts, ensuring that clients’ assets are protected and their financial goals are achieved. His expertise extends to Medicaid planning and elder law, where he adeptly navigates the complexities of these areas to provide peace of mind for clients and their families. With a deep commitment to client success, Brandon delivers strategic counsel and effective legal strategies that foster long-term growth and positive outcomes. His ability to build strong relationships and negotiate favorable agreements has made a significant impact on the firm’s reputation for excellence.

Corporate and Transactional Law

101 W. Big Beaver Road, 10th Floor, Troy, MI 48084

Mr. Haffey specializes mainly in the fields of corporate law, financial transactions, mergers and acquisitions, franchise and distribution law and tax law, as well as in a wide variety of sectors with closely-held business clients.

Workers Compensation Law

3001 W Big Beaver Rd, Suite 206, Troy, MI 48084-3103

Carrie Geroux Barrett practices workers’ compensation law and is managing partner of Lacey & Jones, LLP in Troy, Michigan. At the firm, she belongs to the Workers’ Compensation Litigation group. Her legal education and bar admission both culminated in 1989: she received her J.D. from the University of Detroit School of Law and was admitted to the bar that year. Before law school, Barrett attended Kalamazoo College, receiving a B.A. in 1986. Admission to the U.S. District Court for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan followed in 1991. Barrett’s academic record includes two distinctions from 1987, the Public Corporation Law Section Scholarship and the Best Oral Advocate Moot Court Award. She received the Moffat Scholarship in 1989. Her biography also lists Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity International and the Business Law Journal among her activities. Outside those academic entries, her listed affiliations include the Michigan Self-Insurers’ Association, the Workers’ Compensation Section of the State Bar of Michigan, and the fundraising committee of Kids’ Chance of Michigan. Lacey & Jones describes the work of Barrett’s practice group as defending workers’ disability compensation claims. The firm offers consultation on cases in which benefits are paid voluntarily or under court order, along with assistance on return-to-work strategies and settlements. Its workers’ compensation and civil litigation attorneys also work together to identify subrogation cases and protect workers’ compensation liens.

Civil Litigation

2600 Troy Center Dr, Troy, MI 48084, USA

Senior Partner, Matthew J. Consolo, located in Secrest Wardle's Troy office, is a member of the Commercial and Business Law, Construction, Environmental and Toxic Tort, Intellectual Property / Advertising Injury, Motor Vehicle Litigation, Premises Liability, Product Liability, Trucking / Commercial Vehicle Litigation, Practice Groups.

Civil Litigation

2653 Industrial Row Dr, Troy, MI 48084

I focus my practice in civil litigation, general negligence, premises liability, first and third-party no-fault claims, insurance defense, municipal law, and labor and employment. I pride myself on being an aggressive and well-prepared litigator. Every lawsuit has many different stories. I strive to ensure the correct story is uncovered, so I may properly advise my clients throughout the course of litigation. My diligence has garnered a reputation for effective advocacy for my clients. I also currently serve as an Adjunct Law Professor at the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law. This course utilizes a realistic hypothetical fact pattern to provide students with a hands-on practical approach to the civil litigation process. Outside of the legal profession, I enjoy spending time with my friends, family, and volunteering in my local community through various local bar associations and non-profit groups.

Civil Litigation

100 W Big Beaver Rd, #500, Troy, MI 48084

Pratheep represents million dollar corporations as well as indigent individuals, and does so with the same high level of devotion, zeal, and enthusiasm for every single client. Mr. Seva prides himself in his client relations, and will ensure that each client receives individualized attention whether the case is worth $1 or $1,000,000. He earned a B.S.E. from the University of Michigan before earning his J.D. from Case Western Reserve University.

Estate Planning Law

1301 West Long Lake, Suite 250, Troy, MI 48098

Wealth transfer planning, business succession planning, probate and estate administration, corporate law and business counsel. Roy assists family business owners in strategies on effectively and efficiently transferring their business to the next generation or key employees. Roy also provides counsel for wealthy individuals on asset protection planning strategies and techniques. Roy lectures frequently on a statewide and regional basis in the area of estate and business succession planning. Roy is committed to providing his clients with great personal service. He is passionate about helping individuals preserve their wealth, transfer to their family members and assisting them in creating a legacy for future generations. Roy is a member of the Michigan State Bar, and the Michigan Probate and Estate Planning and Business Law Sections. Roy is active in numerous business and community organizations.

Personal Injury Law

101 W Big Beaver Rd suite 1400, Troy, MI 48084, USA

Bill is a member and partner at Boyer Law Group. He has over 20 years experience of fighting for the rights of his clients and litigation experience and primarily concentrates his practice in the areas of personal injury, automobile and motorcycle accidents, insurance disputes, including automobile, home, medical and disability insurance, medical malpractice, construction site accidents, wrongful death, and civil litigation. Bill has collected millions of dollars for his clients and has been identified as obtaining some of the largest verdicts in the State of Michigan by Michigan Lawyers Weekly. Bill is a member of the State Bar of Michigan, executive board member of the Michigan Association for Justice and past president of the Michigan Association for Justice-Macomb County Chapter. Bill has also spoken at seminars on civil litigation including civil procedure and civil law.