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Salina Hamilton is engaged in a broad commercial litigation practice in the firm’s Detroit office. In addition to a robust litigation practice, Salina focuses on large-scale and complex E-Discovery, including complex collection and processing matters. She routinely speaks on the topic of E-Discovery at conferences and has assisted several E-Discovery development teams tasked with addressing E-Discovery issues in the legal field.

Michael Jacobson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Real Estate. Michael practices law in Southfield, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Michael Jacobson 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 Michael Jacobson is held by other lawyers.

Melissa K. Bridges represents banks and other financial institutions in a broad range of operational, regulatory compliance, and lending matters. She represents depository institutions and other financial companies in matters before regulatory and licensing agencies. She also assists financial services clients in connection with the development of new products and the implementation of new technologies. Her clients include national, regional, and community banks, credit unions, and mortgage c...

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...

Bonnie Sherr represents financial institutions in lending transactions, including the structuring, negotiation, and documentation of commercial and real estate facilities. She has particular expertise in asset-based loan originations, including loans secured by aircraft, acquisition financing, construction and land development loans, end mortgage loans, and multi-currency, multi-rate loans. She also advises financial institutions on lender liability issues. Ms. Sherr has significant experienc...

Eric Bartley specializes in complex commercial real estate finance transactions for national bank and non-bank lenders on both portfolio investments as well as investments intended for securitization in the capital markets. Specifically, Eric has served as lead counsel for clients in commercial mortgage originations – both senior and subordinate lien positions, mezzanine financing, preferred equity investments, and the related negotiation of intercreditor and participation agreements on...

William E. Sider is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Tax Law. William E. practices law in Southfield, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized William E. Sider since 2014. 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 William E. Sider is held by other lawyers.

Emily M. Mayer is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Insurance Law. Emily M. practices law in Southfield, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Emily M. Mayer since 2026. 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 Emily M. Mayer is held by other lawyers.

Ethan R. Holtz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation and Litigation - Construction. Ethan R. practices law in Southfield, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Ethan R. Holtz 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 Ethan R. Holtz is held by other lawyers.

Terry W. Bonnette is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Terry W. practices law in Detroit, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Terry W. Bonnette 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 Terry W. Bonnette is held by other l...