David M. LaPrairie

Attorney Neil Rockind, widely recognized as the "Rockweiler," stands as one of Michigan's premier criminal defense trial lawyers. Renowned for his fiery, quick-witted, and relentless defense style, Rockind has earned the reputation of the "go-to" attorney for challenging high-profile criminal cases. Rockind honed his trial skills during his tenure as an assistant prosecuting attorney in the Oakland County Prosecutor's Office from 1993 to 1997. He handled thousands of criminal cases, many culm...

Stacie Farina focuses her practice on portfolio management and patent preparation and prosecution in a range of technologies including consumer electronics, design, automotive systems, computer software, and alternative fuels. She also provides strategic counseling, litigation support, and design enforcement; generates patentability, clearance, validity, and infringement opinions; and provides portfolio valuation and landscapes by leveraging patent analytical tools. Ms. Farina develops patent...

Joshua R. Terebelo is a trial lawyer in Michigan Auto Law’s litigation division. He specializes in No-Fault auto insurance lawsuits, fighting to ensure that auto accident victims receive the medical treatment and wage loss reimbursements they are legally entitled to. Recent multi-million-dollar victories for Josh’s clients include a $7 million wrongful death settlement in a fatal motorcycle-truck accident, a $2 million truck accident settlement, and $1.8 million car accident settl...

Jonathan M. Martone is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Jonathan M. practices law in Troy, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Jonathan M. Martone since 2025. 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 Jonathan M. Martone is held by other lawyers.

Michelle Thurber Czapski serves as Chair of Bodman's Insurance Practice Group and Co-Chair of the Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution Practice Group. She has over three decades of experience representing major corporate clients in litigation and alternative dispute resolution proceedings. She has successfully represented insurance and financial service companies, automotive and other product manufacturers, Tier-1 automotive suppliers, telecommunications companies, and pharmaceutical...

Brendan G. Best is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Brendan G. practices law in Birmingham, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Brendan G. Best since 2020. 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 Brendan G. Best is held by other lawyers.

Mark Peters provides experienced, insightful and effective corporate and business law counsel to both public and private company clients in a variety of industries. Mark’s areas of expertise include mergers and acquisitions, including international transactions; securities regulation and compliance; commercial contracts; corporate governance compliance; and general counsel services. He is a member of Bodman’s Business Practice Group and Automotive and Industrial Team. Mark has suc...

Donald J. Gasiorek is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Individuals and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Donald J. practices law in Farmington Hills, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Donald J. Gasiorek 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 Donald J. Gasiorek is held by other lawyers.

Cynthia Moore’s practice focuses on Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation and Taxation. She provides legal advice to a diverse group of employers on the tax and ERISA aspects of welfare benefit plans, including Section 125 plans, COBRA compliance, consumer directed health plans, retiree medical plans, VEBAs and wellness plans. Ms. Moore advises companies and compensation committees on the tax, ERISA, and securities law aspects of executive compensation programs, such as supplemen...

Anthony K. Chubb is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Municipal and Municipal Law. Anthony K. practices law in Troy, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Anthony K. Chubb since 2025. 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 Anthony K. Chubb is held by other lawyers.