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Michigan Bankruptcy Attorneys and Staff Profiles
Acclaim Legal Services is comprised of highly qualified staff and attorneys specializing in bankruptcy law, Michigan home foreclosure prevention, credit restoration and debt management. Our focus of helping clients with their finances spans across our local Michigan offices in Detroit, Southfield, Dearborn, Warren, Ann Arbor and Flint. We do one thing and we do it best: resolve financial burdens and provide debt relief for our clients.
Call us today at 866-261-8282 for a free evaluation. We offer free consultations over the phone or in-office based on your convenience.
ATTORNEYS
WILLIAM D. JOHNSON
Founder and Managing Attorney of the Ann Arbor office
Phone: 248.443.7033 ext. 223
Fax: 248.443.7055
Email: Admin@acclaimlegalservices.com
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration in Finance, Walsh College
- Graduated with honors
- Juris Doctor from Michigan State University College of Law (1994)
- Post Graduate, Wayne State University. Additional studies towards Master’s degree in Law with a concentration in Bankruptcy and Finance.
- Member, State Bar of Michigan
- Member, Federal Bar Association
- Member, American Bar Association
- Member, American Bankruptcy Institute
- Member, Consumer Bar Association
- Member, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA)
- Founding Member, Detroit Debtor Bar Association (Past Treasurer)
- Member of United Way’s Michigan Foreclosure Task Force: Foreclosure Prevention & Stabilization Collaborative
- Member, Legal Shield (formally known as Pre-Paid Legal)
Published Words:
- Aspatore Special Report (2010): “Michigan Foreclosure Defense and Modification Strategies” published by Aspatore Books, a Thomson Reuters Business.
- “Inside the Minds: Chapter 7 Consumer Bankruptcy Strategies” (2011 ed.: published by Aspatore Books, a Thomson Reuters business.
CHRISTOPHER W. JONES
Managing Attorney for Acclaim Legal Services
Phone: 248.443.7033 ext. 224
Fax: 248.286.7129
Email: Chris@acclaimlegalservices.com
- Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration – Pre-Law, Michigan State University (2000)
- Honors: Cum Laude, Beta Gamma Sigma National Honor Society member
- Juris Doctor from Ave Maria School of Law (2004)
- Honors: Graduated 10th in his class, Editorial Board Member for the Ave Maria Law Review, Best Student Performance in Fall 2002.
- Member, State Bar of Michigan
- Member, Federal Bar Association
- Consumer Bankruptcy Specialist certified by the American Board of Certification.
- 2013 Super Lawyers Rising Star
- 2015 Super Lawyers Rising Star
- Member, American Bar Association
- Member, American Bankruptcy Institute
- Member, National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA)
- Member, Institute for Continuing Legal Education
- Member, Legal Shield (formally known as Pre-Paid Legal)
- Advisory Member of the Eastern District of Michigan Bankruptcy Court’s Loss Mitigation and Loan Modification Program Committee;
Recent Speaking Engagements:
- 5/2012: The Institute of Continuing Legal Education (ICLE) 3rd Annual Consumer Bankruptcy Institute.
- Topic: Real Property Issues
- 1/2012, The Institute for Continuing Legal Education (ICLE)
- Topic: The Basics of Chapter 13 Bankruptcy
- 10/2011, American Bankruptcy Institute’s Consumer Bankruptcy Conference in Detroit, Michigan, Attorney Presenter.
- Topic: Surrendering Property in a Chapter 13 Bankruptcy.
- 2/2011, The Institute for Continuing Legal Education (ICLE), Panel Speaker.
- Topic: Bankruptcy Boot Camp
- 10/2012, American Bankruptcy Institute’s Consumer Bankruptcy Conference in Detroit, Michigan, Attorney Presenter.
- Topic: Retirement Planning and Bankruptcy
- 11/2013, American Bankruptcy Institute’s Consumer Bankruptcy Conference in Detroit, Michigan, Attorney Moderator.
- Topic: The Chapter 13 Model Plan – One Year Later
KEVIN F. CARR
Managing Attorney for Warren Office
Phone: 248.443.7033 ext. 245
Fax: 248.443.7055
E-mail: Kevin@acclaimlegalservices.com
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts, State University of New York College (1975); CUm Laude
- Juris Doctor from University of Detroit School of Law (1980)
Associations:
- Member, State Bar of Michigan and Illinois
- Member, Federal Bar Association
- Member, American Bar Association
- American Bankruptcy Institute (ABI)
- National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy Attorneys (NACBA)
- Consumer Bankruptcy Association (CBA)
- Macomb County Bar Association
FRANCESCA A. LOUSIA
Managing Attorney for Southfield Office
Phone: 248.443.7033 ext. 248
E-mail: Francesca@acclaimlegalservices.com
Fax: 248.443.7055
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Oakland University (2004)
- Honors: Graduated Cum Laude; Dean’s List; Golden Key International Honor Society.
- Juris Doctor from Wayne State University (2008)
- St. Thomas More Legal Society, President
- Honors: Graduated Cum Laude
- Member, State Bar of Michigan
- Member, Federal Bar Association
- Member, Chaldean American Bar Association
BRIAN D. RODRIGUEZ
Managing Attorney for Dearborn
Phone: 248.443.7033 ext. 243
E-mail: Brian@acclaimlegalservices.com
Fax: 248.443.7055
Education:
- Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice, Wayne State University (1989)
- Juris Doctor from Wayne State University (1994)
Associations:
- Member, State Bar of Michigan
- Member, Consumer Bankruptcy Association
AMY KALASHO SHEENA
Managing Attorney for Flint Office
Phone: 248.443.7033 ext. 237
E-mail: Amy@acclaimlegalservices.com
Fax: 248.443.7055
Education:
- Bachelor of Arts in Communication, Oakland University (2004)
- Honors: Graduated Cum Laude; Dean's List; Golden Key International Honor Society.
- Juris Doctor from Detroit Mercy School of Law (2007)
- University of Miami School of Law, 2005 Study Abroad Program
- Honors: Graduated Cum Laude
Associations:
- Member, State Bar of Michigan
- Member, Oakland Bar Association
- Member, Chaldean American Bar Association
- 2014 Michigan Super Lawyers Rising Star
- 2015 Michigan Super Lawyers Rising Star
PARALEGALS
CINDY MILLNS
Judge McIvor, Judge Shefferly & Judge Randon
Phone: 248.443.7033 ext. 232
Fax: 248.286.7129
E-mail: Cindy@acclaimlegalservices.com
ALICIA PAREE
Judge Oxholm, Judge Tucker and Judge Opperman for Flint and Bay City
Phone: 248.443.7033 ext. 223
Fax: 248.286.7128
E-mail: Alicia@acclaimlegalservices.com
DEANNA RUNDE
Chapter 13 Post Confirmation matters
Phone: 248.443.7033 ext. 230
Fax: 248.286.7165
E-mail: Deanna@acclaimlegalservices.com
TERRAH SALAMONE
Chapter 7 Bankruptcy matters
Phone: 248.443.7033 ext 231
Fax: 248.286.7164
E-mail: Terrah@acclaimlegalservices.com
LEGAL CLERKS
ALEX BARRY
Phone: 248.443.7033 ext. 255
Fax: 248.443.7055
E-mail: Alex@acclaimlegalservices.com
GIOVANNA LYNN
Phone: 248.443.7033 ext. 235
Fax: 248.443.7055
E-mail: Giovanna@acclaimlegalservices.com
We offer free in-office or phone consultations to review your personal circumstances, analyze your situation and advise you on the best course of action. We specialize in bankruptcy law, debt resolution, foreclosure prevention and credit repair. We have offices in Detroit, Southfield, Dearborn, Flint, Ann Arbor and Warren, Michigan. Please call us toll free at 866-261-8282 or click here to schedule a consultation right now.
In looking back, the best decision I made was to go with Acclaim – a bankruptcy only law firm. I was extremely stressed because of the financial situation I was in when I saw an advertisement for Acclaim. After my first visit I could finally feel hope.
I filed a Chapter 13, keeping my house,…
I have to take the time to say ,Thank You, to everyone involved in my case. Firstly to Francesca, whom I met day one. She is very good at what she does. Very courteous, kind and understanding. I had no idea what I was in for, she made sure I understood everything! It was plain for me to see this Attorney…
This letter serves as a commendation report for the outstanding legal services provided by Acclaim, its attorneys and the legal support staff. My case was handled with efficiency, proficiency and with professionalism. Mr. Joe Novell, the attorney, explained every aspect of my case to me; at no point…
Almost a year ago to the day, I walked into your office overwhelmed and defeated and hopeless because of where I was at financially as a result of a difficult divorce. This last year has been a long and hard journey.
My Chapter 13 attorney was awesome in court and brought conclusion necessary…