Curtis Noles

Sarah is the managing partner at Christensen Law, where she recently celebrated her 12th anniversary. Integral to the successful operations of the firm, Sarah has been working alongside founder David Christensen since 2009, partnering on major trials protecting the rights of accident victims. Sarah is responsive and compassionate when it comes to her clients, and a strong litigator with a history of successful verdicts won in challenging court situations. Sarah has far more trial experience t...

Brandon joined Christensen Law in 2023, taking on a full docket of matters both in early investigation and heading into trial. A 10-year veteran litigator with a successful record of winning verdicts and settlements, he brings extensive experience to the team. As a trial attorney, he considers himself fair but aggressive in defending plaintiff’s rights. Open, honest communication throughout the process is essential to building client trust and productive relationships, he believes. He e...

John LaParl is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs. John practices law in Southfield, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized John LaParl since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which John LaParl is held by other lawyers.

Mr. Curoe concentrates his practice primarily in representing high net worth individuals in estate planning, tax matters and business ventures. He specializes in helping wealthy individuals and business owners protect their assets, grow their businesses, and preserve a legacy for their families and charitable interests. Mr. Curoe also represents financial institutions and individual trustees on trust administration and litigation matters. He is the chair of Bodman's High Net Worth Practice Gr...

Dustin Hoff is a highly successful trial attorney who joined Christensen Law in 2015. With over a decade of experience in personal injury litigation, Dustin is recognized for attaining high-value settlements and verdicts in complex PI and wrongful death suits. As one of our top litigators, his excellence in the courtroom has earned numerous accolades, including membership in the prestigious American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), an invitation-only organization comprised of the nation&rsqu...

Stuart M. Schwartz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Stuart M. practices law in Southfield, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Stuart M. Schwartz since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Stuart M. Schwartz is held by other lawyers.

Kerry Lynn Rhoads is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants. Kerry Lynn practices law in Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Kerry Lynn Rhoads since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Kerry Lynn Rhoads is held by other lawyers.

Randall M. Blau is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs, Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants, Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs and Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs. Randall M. practices law in Southfield, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Randall M. Blau since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition re...

Gary C. Ankers is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Gary C. practices law in Detroit, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Gary C. Ankers since 2016. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Gary C. Ankers is held by other lawyers.

Mr. Kemsley represents banks, financial institutions, mortgage lenders and servicers, and other corporations in complex business and corporate litigation, including the defense of class actions. Mr. Kemsley has defended individual and class cases involving claimed violations of state consumer protection and deceptive practices laws, and federal laws and regulations including truth-in-lending laws. He has defended many large law firms in cases involving claims of legal malpractice and other mi...