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On the first day of law school, they asked why were there. I replied that "I've always wanted to find out what was behind the wizard's curtain." Since that day, I have continued in my pursuit of knowledge and have been fascinated to learn that the law is an ever changing thing. It is shaped and molded by those that study and apply it. My first passion is being in the court room. I understand that listening to my cleints and being their voice is my main job as an advocate for the rights of my clients. I have worked hard to earn the reputation of being The Proven Fighter. I will continue to tirelessly work to protect the rights of my clients in and out of the courtroom.
I am blessed to live and work in Northern Michigan with my wife and daughter. It is truly a special place and has some of the best people in the world. We take advantage of everything the greater Traverse City area has to offer. When I not at work, I like to spend time with my family, go to the State Theater, hike, fish and go to great restaurants.
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3250 Racquet Club Drive, Traverse City, MI, 49684
28 Client Reviews
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 reviews | Business
Posted by Richard & Kimberly | March 02, 2014 | Business
Positive experience !!!
We were seen quickly and Mr. Chefalo spent a extra time with us ensuring that we were clear on our plan. Not only were we educated on our situation, we have a trusted relationship that will continue to protect our personal & business lives.
Posted by HSR | February 27, 2014 | Business
Knowledgeable, conscientious, caring.
Gerry was extremely helpful in guiding me through a very difficult, economic downturn induced bankruptcy that resulted in me saving my business, career, and home. 16 months after being discharged, my high credit score is almost completely back, my business is flourishing again, and I have regained m...
Posted by Robert | February 11, 2014 | Business
Web Site Medeation
Earlier this year an issue came to my attention that my web site was being controlled by a past web designer. I tried to communicate with the designer with little success. This was effecting my business and the ability to change different parts of the site in order to grow. A call to Mr. Chefalo w...
Posted by Terri | October 16, 2009 | Business
Education is the Key
Gerry and his law firm are not only excellent "proven fighters" they are excellent educators as well. As a small business owner, Gerry and his team have assisted me with contractual agreements, along with research, and advice for my growning company. On a personal level, Gerry has lended excellent...
"Gerry is a very skilled and talented attorney and facilitative mediator. I respect his professionalism and appreciate the services he offers to our community."
"I have both referred clients to Gerry and worked with him on a co-counsel basis. I fully endorse Gerry's work ethic, his professional ethics and his sense of justice. He is a great lawyer to work with and I am fully confident in referring clients to him. I have been a practicing attorney for 43 years, including as the chief federal prosecutor for the 49 counties comprising the Western District of Michigan and I have no doubts about Gerry's competence and ability to work a file to a successful conclusion. Michael H. Dettmer (SBM number P12709)."
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2014
BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2013
People's Choice-Best Law Firm, Grand Traverse Insider
2013
Leading Lawyers, Traverse City Business News
2012
People's Choice-Best Law Firm, Grand Traverse Insider
2011
People's Choice-Best Law Firm, Grand Traverse Insider
2010
People's Choice-Best Law Firm, Grand Traverse Insider
2009
People Choice-Best Law Firm, Grand Traverse Insider
2009
100 100-Best Law Firm, Record Eagle
2008
People's Choice-Best Law Firm, Grand Traverse Insider
2008
40 Under 40, Traverse City Business News
2008
Best Criminal Attorney, Traverse City Business News
2007
40 Under 40, Traverse City Business News
1999 - Present
Lawyer, The Law Office of Gerald F. Chefalo, P.C.
1997 - 1998
Law Clerk, 30th Judicial Circuit Court
2015 - Present
SCOREmentor
2015 - Present
Addiction Treatment Services (ATS)Board Member
2013 - Present
Grand Traverse County EDCSecretary
2012 - Present
Long Lake AssociationPresident
2008 - Present
Domestic Relations Mediation TrainingMember
2008 - Present
Domestic Screening Protocol TrainingMember
2005 - Present
National Association of Consumer Bankruptcy AttorneysMember
2005 - Present
Eastern District of Michigan Bankruptcy Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Grand Traverse-Leelanau-Antrim Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
Western District Bankruptcy Bar AssociationMember
1999 - Present
National Association of Criminal Defense AttorneysMember
1998 - Present
State Bar of MichiganMember
1997 - Present
American Bar AssociationMember
Dismissed at Pretrial Conference
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Not Guilty at Jury Trial
Dismissed Prior to Trial
1997
JD - Juris Doctor
1994
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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