A native of Iraq and a Chaldean, Ronita Bahri came to the U.S. with her family as a refugee at the age of 8, settling in the Detroit area. At a young age she became trilingual, speaking her native Aramaic, Arabic (which she learned while living in Iraq and Jordan), and English here in the United States. Bahri, the youngest of six children, was the first of her family to go to college. She not only went to college, but also graduated magna cum laude from Wayne State University in 2011 with a B.A. degree in political science and psychology. After earning her undergraduate degree, Bahri set out to San Francisco for a new perspective on life and to earn her J.D. from the University of San Francisco, School of Law. In 2014, she returned home to the Detroit area after graduating with one goal in mind: To serve the community.
"I missed home," she says, "and I always wanted to be in a field where I could help those in need."
Before becoming a Detroit personal injury attorney at Goodman Acker P.C. in 2015, Bahri worked as a legal and policy associate at Michigan Community Resources in Detroit, where she assisted start-up nonprofit organizations. Having had some courtroom experience interning with the San Francisco Public Defenders office during her third year of law school, she wanted the chance to try cases. So when the opportunity to join Goodman Acker, P.C. came along, she took it, launching a busy practice that focuses on personal injury and no-fault insurance cases.
In law school, she was very active in student organizations, serving as president of the Middle Eastern Law Student Association and chief executive editor of the Law and Global Justice Forum. She was also co-chair of the Student Bar Association's Diversity Committee.
Currently, she is a member of the Chaldean American Bar Association and the Michigan Association for Justice. In addition to the personal satisfaction she derives from helping people, Bahri also finds law to be a fulfilling profession in other ways. "It's a learning experience,” she says. “I never want to stop learning, so that's one of the things that I enjoy about it. And there's a lot of human interaction, whether it's people on the other side or your clients or co-workers. I really enjoy that."
Bahri also takes pleasure from spending time with her family—she has seven nephews and three nieces who mean the world to her. "I wanted to be a part of their lives, they are very important to me." She is also an avid follower of the Detroit Tigers and the Detroit Red Wings.
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Posted by Selena | October 15, 2019 | Hired Attorney
While I hope no one has to suffer the heartaches after a major accident, I couldn't recommend Ronita more. My dad was significantly injured and she was patient, helpful, and truly cared about how he was doing. On the family side, Ronita answered all of my constant questions, no matter the time or da...
Posted by Ciara | September 14, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Ronita Bahri is an excellent attorney and she is genuinely concerned about her clients. She was there for me at one of the worst times in my life and has fought for me every step of the way. Ronita is extremely professional, yet down to earth and approachable. She always returns phone calls keeps you...
Posted by anonymous | May 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney
This whole case was an amazing experience! I will definitely be referring and recommend the entire Law Firm staff of Goodman Acker. Attorney Ronita Bahri got me the money I deserve! She walked me through everything and helped me understand the process and answered all of my questions. I truly appreci...
Posted by anonymous | May 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney
As far as I’m concerned this is the best law firm in town. I had very tough case and my attorney Ms. Ronita Bahri worked hard the entire time to get a great settlement for me. The other law firm I have tired before weren’t even close to how they treated me so I really appreciate everyone that took a ...
Posted by anonymous | May 28, 2019 | Hired Attorney
Ms. Bahri is a very respectful person and an amazing lawyer. She greeted me very well and she was very honest with me and detailed in her work. Thank you for all the hard work Ronita. You did wonderful job.
"Ms. Bahri is a zealous advocate for her clients. She well respected in her field by plaintiff and defense attorneys alike. Highly recommend!"
"I endorse this lawyer. She is a exceptional attorney with an outstanding track record of success for her clients."
"Ronita is a credit to the legal profession! She works hard on all of her cases, and truly cares about every client she represents!"
"Ronita is second to none. As a young practicing attorney, I go to Ronita for advice. She is a lawyer's lawyer. Ronita is a fierce, aggressive, professional attorney that will be able to get you the money that you are entitled to. This is showcased by her multiple multi-million dollar settlements. Rest assured, if you have Ronita on your side, then you are in excellent hands!"
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2019
Rising Star, Super Lawyers
2017
Up & Coming Lawyer, Michigan Lawyers Weekly
2015 - Present
Associate Attorney, Goodman Acker, P.C.
2015 - 2015
Legal and Policy Associate, Michigan Community Resources
2014 - 2014
Legal Intern, San Francisco Public Defender's Office
2014 - Present
Michigan Association for JusticeMember
2015 - 2016
Chaldean American Bar AssociationMember
2014
JD - Juris Doctor
2011
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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