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Attorney Sam S. Mate, Jr. Joins Collins Einhorn Farrell’s Growing Automotive Liability Practice Group

Collins Einhorn Farrell PC is pleased to announce that attorney Sam S. Mate, Jr. has joined the firm’s Automotive Liability practice group. Mr. Mate’s practice focuses on first- and third-party litigation matters and no-fault claims. He brings to the firm a strong background in defending first- and third-party automobile liability claims from start to finish. Click on the headline for full details.

Attorney Kyle N. Smith to Receive Michigan Defense Trial Counsel’s Golden Gavel Award

We are pleased to announce that attorney Kyle N. Smith has been selected as the recipient of the 2018 Michigan Defense Trial Counsel (MDTC) Golden Gavel Award. This award recognizes young lawyers who have been practicing fewer than ten years and have demonstrated significant achievement in the area of advancing “young attorneys” by way of mentoring, civic leadership, charitable endeavors and the promotion of the reputation of the profession through professionalism and courtesy. For full details, please click on the headline.

Collins Einhorn Farrell PC Announces Attorneys Arnkoff, Edwartowski and Jacobites as New Partners

Collins Einhorn Farrell PC is pleased to announce that attorneys Joshua I. Arnkoff, Patrick M. Edwartowski, and Stephen D. Jacobites have been elected partners in the firm. To read the full details, click on the headline.

Kari L. Melkonian Named as one of Michigan Lawyers Weekly’s 2017 Up & Coming Lawyers

We are pleased to announce that our partner Kari L. Melkonian has been included in Michigan Lawyers Weekly’s Up & Coming Lawyer class of 2017. Melkonian was one of thirty honorees selected via committee based on criteria which include having established a name for themselves, going above and beyond, and displaying the ambition, drive, determination, and accomplishments that set them apart from their peers. Only attorneys in their first 10 years in practice are eligible for this prestigious award.

Collins Einhorn is Proud to Partner with Covenant House Michigan

Collins Einhorn is pleased to announce that we have proudly teamed with Covenant House Michigan (CHM) as the beneficiary of our 2017 firm-wide charity auction. CHM is a local non-profit that provides hope to Detroit area homeless, runaway and at-risk youth ages 18-24. As part of our fundraising initiative, we are accepting donations of gift baskets, tickets, and other items for our employees to bid on. All proceeds raised will be donated to Covenant House Michigan, a very worthy organization.

If you or your business are interested in donating an item for our auction, please contact Andi Oleszczak at Andrea.Oleszczak@CEFLawyers.com. To learn more about Covenant House Michigan, visit www.covenanthousemi.org. Thank you!

David C. Anderson Elected to Professional Liability Defense Federation Board of Directors

Attorney David C. Anderson has been elected to the Professional Liability Defense Federation Board of Directors. The Professional Liability Defense Federation is a not-for-profit organization designed to bring together attorneys, claims professionals and risk management specialists to share expertise and information helpful to the successful defense of professional liability claims.

Twenty-five Collins Einhorn Farrell PC Attorneys Recognized by Super Lawyers®

Collins Einhorn Farrell PC announced today that 16 of its attorneys have been named to the 2017 Michigan Super Lawyers list, and an additional nine attorneys were named to the 2017 Michigan Rising Stars list. In addition, Melissa Graves and Noreen Slank have received additional distinctions. Click on headline for full details.

Attorney Jeffrey R. Hicks Joins Professional Liability Practice Group

We are pleased to announce that attorney Jeffrey R. Hicks has joined the firm’s Professional Liability practice group. Hicks will focus his practice on professional liability defense. He has vast litigation experience, including all phases of the litigation process. He also has experience in preparing and successfully arguing motions for summary disposition and appeals on behalf of clients. In addition to his current professional liability work, Hicks has also handled auto/negligence liability, complex real property litigation, commercial litigation, and pharmaceutical liability defense. Click on the headline to read more.

Attorney Matthew S. LaBeau joins the firm’s General and Automotive Liability Practice Group

Collins Einhorn Farrell PC is pleased to announce that attorney Matthew S. LaBeau has joined the firm’s General and Automotive Liability practice group. LaBeau will focus his practice on the defense of first and third-party No-Fault claims, uninsured and underinsured motorist claims, automobile negligence, premises liability, general negligence, and contractual disputes. LaBeau has extensive experience in defending catastrophic No-Fault claims, as well consulting insurers regarding catastrophic claims prior to litigation. His background also includes involvement in all aspects of the litigation process from the discovery process through trial, routinely resulting in successful results for his clients. LaBeau has frequently made presentations throughout the State of Michigan on various topics relating to claims under the Michigan No-Fault Act, uninsured/underinsured motorist claims, and automobile negligence.

Kellie Howard-Goudy Recognized by Michigan Lawyers Weekly as a 2017 “Women in the Law”

We are pleased to announce that our partner Kellie L. Howard-Goudy has been named a 2017 Michigan Lawyers Weekly’s Women in the Law Award recipient. The selection criteria included commitment to excellence in the practice of law, inspiring and accomplished leadership in the profession, mentoring and significant contributions of time and effort to volunteer and pro bono activities. Howard-Goudy is one of 30 distinguished lawyers who were chosen to receive this prestigious award. Click on the headline to read the full announcement.

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