Brian A. McKenna
About Brian
Biography
Brian A. McKenna's practice is devoted to representing injury victims, and claimants who are being denied insurance benefits to which they are entitled. He joined the Sinas Dramis Law Firm team in December of 2018 and now serves as a partner and valued leader for both the firm and the Michigan legal community.
Mr. McKenna has been a member of the Michigan Association for Justice since 1992, and since 1997, has served on its Executive Board. He has been a member of the Michigan State Bar Negligence Law Section since 1993 and has served as a Council Member. He has also been a member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America since 1992.
Mr. McKenna is a graduate of Ferris State University (BS, 1989, High Distinction) and the Wayne State University Law School (J.D. 1993). Mr. McKenna is a member of the State Bar of Michigan and Illinois and is admitted to practice before the United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit and the United States District Courts for the Eastern and Western Districts of Michigan.
Practice Areas
4
Practice Areas
33 years
33 years
33 years
33 years
Fees and Rates
Cost
33%-33%
Payment Methods
- Check
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Licensed in Michigan for 32 years
State: Michigan
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
Licensed in Illinois for 31 years
State: Illinois
Acquired: 1994
No misconduct found
Location
SINAS, DRAMIS, LARKIN, GRAVES & WALDMAN, P.C.
24825 Little Mack Avenue, Suite 200, Saint Clair Shores, MI, 48080-3224
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Brian A. McKenna's Reviews
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Posted by Mike | September 22, 2011
McKenna - prepared and thorough
I was impressed by Mr McKenna's attention to detail and the prompt and knowledgable responses I received either by phone or in person! I was grateful for his ability to explain my options and offer sound, reasonable advice regarding the law as it pertained to my case. I would highly recommend him on ...
Posted by anonymous | July 22, 2011 | Insurance
My car accident injury case
Handled my case fast with a great result. He kept me informed and I was able to talk to him when I called his office and not just assistants. He gave me answers to all my no-fault questions, and told me about rights I had that my insurance company never told me about.
Brian A. McKenna's Lawyer Endorsements
"Brian was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable about all no-fault and PIP matters that came up in a case we were both working on. He worked tirelessly to help get our cases resolved. I would absolutely recommend him to anyone who either needs an attorney or has any questions about the areas of law he practices."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brian is one of the most knowledgeable attorneys on No-Fault Automobile law and litigation."
"I endorse Brian. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"I clerked for Brian throughout law school. He is a great attorney and a great person for whom to work!"
"I endorse this lawyer because he is very knowledgeable about and committed to protecting the rights of injured individuals, regardless of the complexity."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brian McKenna is a highly regarded, competent lawyer with a proven track record of successful case results."
"I endorse this lawyer. Brian did a GREAT job for a client of mine. The settlement he attained exceeded my client's fondest hopes."
"A true lawyer who clearly knows the law and how to fight every step of the way for his clients."
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Experience
Honors
2021
AV Rated (2012 - Present), Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Plaintiff's Personal Injury Litigation (2013 - Present), Best Lawyers
2020
Michigan Super Lawyers (2008 - Present), Super Lawyers
2020
Listed - Personal Injury, Leading Lawyers
2004
Negligence Section Council, Michigan State Bar
1996
Education Chair, Michigan Association for Justice
Work Experience
2018 - Present
Attorney, Shareholder, Sinas, Dramis, Larkin, Graves & Waldman, P.C.
1993 - 2018
Attorney, Shareholder, Board of Directors, Sachs Waldman
Associations
1997 - Present
Michigan Association For JusticeExecutive Board
1993 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Negligence Law SectionMember
1992 - Present
Michigan Association For JusticeMember
1992 - Present
Association of Trial Lawyers of AmericaMember
2016 - 2016
Wayne State University Law School National Mock Trial TeamCoach
1996 - 1996
Michigan Association for JusticeEducation Chair
Sample of Legal Cases
The vehicle which struck Plaintiff's decedent was an "uninsured motor vehicle" within the terms of the UIM Policy. Plaintiff's motion for summary judgment was GRANTED.
Education
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
1989
BS - Bachelor of Science
Speaking Engagements
2020
Michigan's New Auto Insurance Law: The Bottom Line (Multiple Events 2019-2020)
2019
Michigan's New Auto Insurance Law
2012
Auto No-Fault Insurance Issues
2012
No-Fault Automobile Claims involving AAA
2011
2009
No-Fault Institute VI
Publications
2020
2019
2012
2012
2012
Languages
English
Activity
Legal Answers
Legal Guides
Legal Answers
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