Trust. Experience. Results.Experienced and compassionate divorce attorneyMake the Prosecutor prove every element of the crime
Practice areas
Effectively and aggressively representating clients in divorce, child custody and child support proceedings in the metro Detroit area.
31 years
Aggressive and effective litigator with over 27 years of experience representing numerous high-profile clients in state and federal courts nationally. Sixteen cases litigated in the past decade in the Michigan Court of Appeals.
Effectively and aggressively representing the wrongly accused in relationships.
31 years
Effectively and aggressively representing those accused of drinking and driving.
31 years
Languages spoken
French, Spanish, English
Law Office of David Sebastian
7 West Square Lake Road
Bloomfield Hills, MI, 48302
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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MI | Active And In Good Standing | 1992 | 05/11/2022 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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AV Preeminent Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2019 |
10 Best | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2019 |
Top Attorneys (Top 1%) | American Registry | 2019 |
Top 10 Attorneys | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2019 |
Top Rated Lawyer | avvo | 2019 |
Top 100 Family Law | Association of Trial Lawyers of America | 2019 |
Top 100 Lawyers | American Society of Legal Advocates | 2019 |
Most Accomplished | Marquis Who's Who in American Law | 2018 |
Top Rated Lawyer 2018 | Avvo | 2018 |
Top Lawyer | Lawyers of Distinction | 2018 |
Top Rated Litigator | The American Lawyer and Corporate Counsel Magazine | 2018 |
"Top 10 Best Attorney Selection for Michigan" | American Institute of Family Law Attorneys | 2018 |
Member | Professional Who's Who | 2018 |
Top 10 Attorneys | National Academy Of Family Law Attorneys | 2018 |
Most Accomplished | Marquis Who's Who in American Law | 2017 |
Top Lawyers in Michigan | The Legal Network | 2017 |
Top Lawyer | American Lawyer | 2017 |
Most Honored Professional | American Registry | 2016 |
America's Most Honored Professional | American Registry | 2016 |
Outstanding Lawyer | Detroit Business Monthly | 2009 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Principal Shareholder | Law Office of David A. Sebastian, P.C. | 2008 - Present |
Member | Clark Hill, PLC | 2005 - 2008 |
Of Counsel | Timmis & Inman, PLLC | 2001 - 2005 |
Principal Shareholder | Sebastian & Associates, P.C. | 1993 - 2001 |
Adjunct Professor | Wayne State University | 1993 - 1995 |
Associate Attorney | Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook | 1992 - 1993 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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The National Advocates Top 100 Lawyers | Top Lawyer | 2017 - Present |
American Bankruptcy Institute | Member | 2010 - Present |
Consumer Bankruptcy Association | Member | 2010 - Present |
Oakland County Bar Association | Member | 1992 - Present |
Michigan Bar Association | Member | 1992 - Present |
American Bar Association | Member | 1992 - Present |
Macomb County Bar Association | Member | 1992 - Present |
American Society of Legal Advocates | Top 100 Family Lawyers in the State of Michigan | 2017 - 2019 |
State of Michigan Athletic Board of Control | Chairman (Boxing Commissioner) | 1996 - 2001 |
Republican Committee of Oakland County | Chairman & Vice-Chairman | 1996 - 2000 |
Birmingham Board of Review | Chairman | 1994 - 2000 |
Publication name | Title | Date |
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Boat US Members | The Revised Drunk Boating Laws | 2015 |
Michigan State Bar Litigation Newsletter | Reliance Damages in Automotive Supplier Dispute | 2007 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Catholic University of America, Columbus School of Law | Juris Doctor | 1992 |
Michigan State University | Bachelor of Arts | 1989 |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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BoatUS | The Revised Drunk Boating Laws | 2015 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Doe 1 v. Doe 2 | Full amount awarded to Mother |
Doe 5 v. Doe 6 | Case dismissed |
Doe 3 v. Doe 4 | Father Reduced Child Support from $900 to $19 per month |
BR Inc. et. al. v. Synergy Capital et. al. | Case Dismissed |
Broad Street Securities v. Baumgardner et. al. | Verdict For Client, Plus Attorney Fees |
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Courtney Ciullo, Litigation Attorney on Sep 1, 2017
Relationship: Other
David is intelligent, detail-oriented, highly responsive and has achieved great results for his clients in a variety of different types of litigation matters including complex commercial, securities, professional liability, and labor and employment. David is also experienced in matters involving regulatory processes and procedures, and regularly counsel clients on compliance and risk management. David and I worked together previously, and I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking an experienced and creative problem solver.
Timothy Galligan, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 21, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Courtney Ciullo, Litigation Attorney on Sep 1, 2017
Relationship: Other
David is intelligent, detail-oriented, highly responsive and has achieved great results for his clients in a variety of different types of litigation matters including complex commercial, securities, professional liability, and labor and employment. David is also experienced in matters involving regulatory processes and procedures, and regularly counsel clients on compliance and risk management. David and I worked together previously, and I would highly recommend him to anyone seeking an experienced and creative problem solver.
Timothy Galligan, Divorce and separation Attorney on Feb 21, 2017
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I endorse this lawyer.
Gail Pabarue, Corporate and incorporation Attorney on Nov 18, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer.
Nader Nassif, Unknown Attorney on Aug 1, 2012
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
David is an exceptional and skilled advocate. Being that most of my work is criminal defense, any time I pose a question related to a civil case he gives great answers, insight, and perspective. I fully endorse Mr. Sebastian.
Jordan Bolton, Litigation Attorney on Jun 30, 2011
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
With nearly 20 years of litigation experience, David has the depth and breadth of knowledge to handle nearly any litigation matter. He is without doubt an attorney whose reputation precedes him into the courtroom.
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