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When something goes wrong and you or someone you love is seriously hurt, the last thing you need is to feel like a stranger calling a 1-800 number. At Liss, Shapero & Mitnick, we have spent more than 50 years building something that matters to us as much as it does to our clients: a law firm that is genuinely part of the community it serves. We are not a billboard operation. We are neighbors, and we treat every person who walks through our door the same way.
Our office has been right here on Coolidge Highway in Berkley for over 20 years. The baristas at the coffee shop down the street know us by name. So do the teachers at Berkley High School, the officers at the Berkley Police Department, and the families throughout Oakland, Wayne, and Macomb counties who have trusted us during some of the hardest moments of their lives. That kind of relationship is not something you build by being transactional. It comes from showing up, doing the work well, and caring about what happens to people long after the case is closed.
What It Means to Be a Community Law Firm
The phrase "community law firm" gets used a lot. For us, it has a very specific meaning. It means that when you call LSM, you are not going to be handed off to a paralegal you never meet again. It means that Tony Shapero, our managing partner, often calls new clients personally to introduce himself. It means that Hana and Sherry, who handle client communication and intake, actually know your name when you call back.
We are intentionally small because we want to be good. That choice means we turn away cases other firms take in bulk. It also means that when we take your case, we are genuinely committed to it.
Here is what being a client at LSM actually looks like:
- You get the entire team behind your case, not just one overworked attorney
- You receive proactive updates throughout the process rather than having to chase us down
- Every step is explained in plain English, not legal language designed to confuse
- We are willing to take difficult or complex cases that larger, volume-driven firms may pass on
- You are never treated like a file number
Our Roots in Berkley, Michigan
A Presence That Goes Beyond the Office
LSM is part of the Berkley community in ways that go well beyond the courtroom. We have longstanding relationships with:
- Berkley High School and Anderson Middle School
- The Berkley Police Department
- Local restaurants, small businesses, and community organizations throughout the city
- First responders and firefighters who know our team by name
We think that matters, because a firm that is genuinely invested in a community shows up differently than one that just rents office space there. When we fight for a client, we are also, in some sense, fighting for a neighbor.
Why Local Roots Make a Difference for Clients
Knowing Metro Detroit is not just a geographic advantage. It means we understand the roads where accidents happen, the insurance companies that operate in this market, and the local courts where cases are resolved. That context makes us more effective. It also means clients do not have to spend time explaining their world to us.
Personal Injury Cases We Handle in the Metro Detroit Area
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Auto accidents, truck accidents, and motorcycle collisions are among the most common cases we handle. Michigan's no-fault insurance system adds layers of complexity that most people are not prepared to navigate on their own. If you have been injured in a crash, understanding your rights under Michigan's no-fault insurance law is a critical first step.
Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents
Pedestrians and cyclists are especially vulnerable on Metro Detroit roads. When a driver's negligence causes serious injury to someone on foot or on a bike, the physical consequences can be severe and long-lasting. We have extensive experience handling these cases and know how to document and present them effectively.
Premises Liability
Property owners have a legal responsibility to maintain reasonably safe conditions. When they fail, people get hurt. Our premises liability practice covers a wide range of situations, including:
- Slip and fall accidents in stores, restaurants, or public spaces
- Dog bites and animal attacks
- Swimming pool and water park accidents
- Injuries to children on unsafe properties
Nursing Home Neglect and Elder Abuse
When a family places a loved one in a care facility, they are trusting that facility with something irreplaceable. Nursing home neglect is a serious and underreported problem. We handle these cases with the care and sensitivity they require.
Workplace and Construction Injuries
Construction sites and industrial workplaces carry real physical risk. When safety protocols are ignored or equipment fails, workers pay the price. We represent injured workers and their families throughout Oakland, Wayne, Macomb, and Washtenaw counties.
Wrongful Death
Losing a family member because of someone else's negligence is devastating. We approach wrongful death cases with the utmost seriousness and compassion, and we work closely with families during the process so they are never left without answers.
The LSM Difference: What You Actually Experience as a Client
From the moment you contact us, you will notice a difference. Michael Seabert handles our intake with care and genuine attention. Tony Shapero makes personal calls to new clients because he believes that relationship starts before any paperwork is signed. Our team checks in with clients throughout the life of a case, not just at key milestones.
We are also honest in ways that some firms are not. If we think a case is unlikely to succeed, we will tell you. If we think the insurance company's offer is fair, we will say so. And if we think you are being low-balled and we can do better, we will fight. Our clients trust us because we tell them the truth, even when it is not what they were hoping to hear.
A few things that set our approach apart:
- We take difficult cases that other firms may decline
- We explain Michigan's no-fault system in plain terms, not legalese
- We have the litigation capability to take a case to trial if that is what it takes
- Clients always know who is working on their case and can reach them directly
50 Years of Advocacy, $100 Million Plus Recovered
Numbers alone do not tell the full story of what a law firm does, but they do reflect something real. Over more than 50 years of combined experience, our attorneys have recovered more than $100 million for injured clients throughout Michigan. Those recoveries represent medical bills that got paid, wages that were replaced, and families who were able to move forward after a serious loss.
We are proud of that record. We are also clear-eyed about what it means. Past results reflect the work we have done for clients in specific circumstances; they do not guarantee what any individual case will produce. Every situation is different, and we will give you an honest assessment of yours.
Still Here, Still Fighting for Our Neighbors
Fifty years is a long time to practice law. What makes it meaningful is not the years themselves, but the people who have trusted us with their cases, their families, and some of the most difficult chapters of their lives. We have sat across the table from clients who were frightened and in pain, and we have watched those same clients come out the other side with their lives rebuilt. That is what keeps us here.
Berkley is home, and Metro Detroit is the community we serve. We have no interest in growing into something impersonal or transactional. We want to be the firm that people in this area can count on when things go wrong, generation after generation. If you have been injured and you want to talk to someone who will actually listen, we are ready when you are.
Talk to Someone Who Knows Your Community
If you or someone you love has been seriously injured in Michigan, we would like to hear what happened. There is no pressure and no obligation. A free consultation with our team gives you the chance to ask questions and get honest answers before making any decisions.
When you call, you will speak with a real person who knows this firm and what we do. Tony often follows up personally with new clients. We think that says something about how we approach this work.
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