| Attorney Derik R. Girdwood is a Master Lawyer and specializes in family law (which includes divorce and custody), criminal defense, juvenile law, driving violations, wills, simple trusts, probate and personal injury claims. He graduated from the Detroit College of Law (Michigan State University College of Law) and was honored by being selected to join the Detroit College Of Law Review. He was published twice in its prestigious law journal regarding Michigan rules of evidence, "People v. Burton, The Excited Utterance Drawbridge," Volume 1990 - Issue 3 and workers' compensation issues, "Can I Collect Workers' Compensation If My Job Drives Me Crazy?" Volume 1992 - Issue 2. |
| The Law Office prides itself on answering your questions in a straight-forward, non-legalese manner and all of our clients are treated with the utmost respect. We do not "oversell" our services but rather tailor our expertise to your specific needs. We are mindful that legal services may get expensive so we advise you on ways to keep your legal costs to a minimum. Our legal fees are easy to understand and listed within this website. The Law Office is dedicated to providing you with the best representation in family law, criminal defense and probate, including small estate planning. Many of our current clients have been referred to us from past clients. We know that if you are satisfied with our work that the best compliment we can receive is your referral. As you review our prices, you may ask why are you so inexpensive? It is simple. I have no office or legal staff to pay. These overhead savings are passed on to you. Your legal matter is completed exclusively by me, a Master Attorney with over 20 years of legal experience. We can meet at the court house or a coffee shop. If you are looking to save money and have the best representation on your legal matter, then call me today. Admitted: State Bar of Michigan: 1992 Admitted: United States District Court, Eastern Division: 1998 Admitted: Macomb County Bar Association: 1992 |
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| Law Office of Derik R. Girdwood Serving Macomb, Oakland and St. Clair Counties Call for a free consultation (586) 783-8095 |