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When something serious happens, the last thing you need is to feel like you're disappearing into a system. You've been hurt. Your life has been interrupted. And the decisions you make in the weeks that follow, including which attorney you choose to represent you, can shape everything that comes next.
At Liss, Shapero & Mitnick, we've been a part of this community for more than 20 years. We know what it means to be a neighbor, not just a law firm. We also know that size matters when it comes to personal injury representation. Not because bigger is better, but because smaller often means better for you. When you call our office in Berkley, a real person answers. When you have questions about your case, you get real answers. And when you need someone in your corner, you get our entire team.
What "Small Firm" Actually Means for Your Case
The phrase "small firm" gets used a lot in legal marketing, but it's worth explaining what it actually looks like in practice. At a high-volume firm, your case might move through multiple hands before anyone with real authority looks at it. You may rarely, if ever, speak directly with the attorney handling your file. That's not a criticism of anyone. It's just the reality of how large operations function.
At a firm like ours, the experience is different in ways that matter.
- Direct access to your attorney. You're not filtered through layers of assistants or call centers. When you need to speak with someone who knows your case, that person is available to you.
- You're known by name. Our team knows our clients. We know the details of your situation, not just the facts in your file.
- Consistent communication. We check in throughout the life of your case. You don't have to chase us down for updates.
- Full team engagement. When you hire LSM, you get everyone. Our attorneys, paralegals, and client support staff all work together on your behalf.
- Fewer cases, more focus. We are selective about the cases we take because we are committed to giving each one the attention it deserves.
This is what a smaller firm can offer that a larger one typically cannot: genuine, consistent attention to you and your case from the day you call us to the day your matter is resolved.
The LSM Difference: A Berkley Firm That Knows This Community
We're not just located in Berkley. We're part of it. Our office has been at 2695 Coolidge Highway for over two decades, and in that time we've built relationships throughout this community. We know the local schools, the local businesses, and many of the families we serve. The Berkley Police Department knows us. So do the firefighters, the restaurant owners, and the people who make this city what it is.
That matters to how we practice law. When we represent someone from Berkley, Royal Oak, Ferndale, or anywhere else in Metro Detroit, we're not thinking about a transaction. We're thinking about a neighbor who needs help.
Meet the People Behind Your Case
Managing Partner Tony Shapero often calls new clients personally. Not a paralegal, not a receptionist. Tony himself, because he believes that the first conversation should set the tone for everything that follows. Our team also includes Sherry and Hana, who handle client communication and intake with the kind of warmth and professionalism that makes a stressful situation a little more manageable. When you call our office, you're going to feel that difference right away.
Practice Areas We Handle for Metro Detroit Clients
We focus on personal injury cases involving serious harm. If you or someone you love has been injured because of someone else's negligence, we want to hear your story. Below are the core areas we handle for clients throughout the Metro Detroit area.
Auto, Motorcycle, and Truck Accidents
Motor vehicle accidents are among the most common causes of serious injury in Michigan. Whether you were hit by a distracted driver, a drunk driver, or a commercial truck, we understand how Michigan's no-fault insurance system works and how to navigate it on your behalf. Learn more on our auto accident and motorcycle accident pages.
Premises Liability and Slip and Fall
Property owners have a responsibility to keep their spaces reasonably safe. When they don't, and someone gets hurt as a result, that's a premises liability case. This includes slip and fall injuries, unsafe conditions at businesses, and injuries that happen on someone else's property. Visit our premises liability page for more.
Dog Bites and Animal Attacks
Michigan law holds dog owners strictly liable when their animal bites or attacks someone. These injuries can be serious and traumatic, and victims may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, scarring, and emotional distress.
Nursing Home Neglect and Elder Injury
Families place enormous trust in nursing homes and long-term care facilities. When that trust is violated through neglect or abuse, the consequences can be devastating. We handle cases involving inadequate care, falls, medication errors, and other forms of nursing home negligence throughout Michigan.
Workplace and Construction Accidents
Construction sites are among the most dangerous workplaces in Michigan. Falls, equipment failures, and unsafe conditions can leave workers with life-changing injuries. We help injured workers understand all of their legal options, beyond just workers' compensation.
Wrongful Death
Losing someone because of another party's negligence is an unimaginable experience. We handle wrongful death cases with the sensitivity and seriousness they demand, helping families pursue accountability while they focus on grieving and healing.
No-Fault Insurance and PIP Benefits
Michigan's no-fault system is one of the most complex insurance frameworks in the country. If your insurer is delaying, denying, or disputing your Personal Injury Protection benefits, we know how to push back. Our team handles insurance disputes and helps clients get the coverage they've already paid for.
Why Clients in Berkley and Metro Detroit Choose LSM
We've recovered more than $100 million for injured clients throughout Michigan. That number reflects decades of hard work, honest advocacy, and cases we took seriously from day one. But it's the less visible things that keep people coming back and referring their friends and family to us.
- Tony calls new clients himself. The managing partner of our firm picks up the phone to introduce himself to new clients. That's not something most firms do, and it says something about how we approach every case.
- We take on harder cases. Some attorneys turn away cases they consider too complicated or uncertain. We don't shy away from difficult situations. If you've been told your case isn't worth pursuing, it's worth getting a second opinion from us.
- We stay in touch. A case can take months or even years to resolve. Throughout that time, we make a point of checking in, updating you, and keeping you informed, because we know that uncertainty is one of the hardest parts of this process.
- Small-firm feel, serious litigation capability. We are a boutique firm, but we are fully equipped to handle complex, high-stakes injury cases. When it matters most, we have the resources and experience to go the distance.
- Past results do not guarantee future outcomes, but our track record reflects what's possible when a firm is genuinely committed to its clients.
What You Deserve From Your Attorney
Being seriously injured changes things. It changes your routine, your finances, your relationships, and sometimes your sense of who you are. The attorney you choose to represent you should understand that, and should treat your case accordingly.
We built LSM around the idea that personal injury representation should be personal. Not a volume game. Not a billboard promise. A real relationship with a real team who knows your name, understands your situation, and is genuinely invested in getting you the outcome you deserve. If that's what you're looking for in a personal injury firm, we'd be glad to hear from you.
Your First Call Costs You Nothing
If you've been injured in Michigan and you're not sure what your next step should be, start with a free consultation. There's no pressure and no obligation. Tony often calls new clients personally, and our team is here to answer your questions with honesty and care.
Call us: 248-584-1300
Toll-free: 1-855-LISS-LAW (1-855-547-7529)
Website: lsmlawyers.com
Office: 2695 Coolidge Highway, Berkley, MI 48072