Michael R. Shaffer
About Michael R. Shaffer
Michael R. Shaffer is a lawyer based in Southfield, MI and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2027. Michael R. Shaffer is recognized in the following practice area:
- Southfield, Michigan
- Personal Injury Litigation - Defendants
Current Firm: Buckfire Law Firm
Education: Wayne State University, J.D., graduated 1999
Location: Southfield, MI
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