Our Firm
The Bad Axe law firm of Ferris, Schwedler & O’Mara P.C. was originally established in 1978 by John T. Ferris and Karl E. Kraus.
The current firm consists of John T. Ferris, John D. Schwedler, and Kyle T. O’Mara, giving the firm over 100 years of combined legal experience.
Although each of the partners are licensed to practice in all State Courts of Michigan, their primary practice is in Huron, Sanilac, and Tuscola Counties.
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Bad Axe Attorneys & Counselors At Law
When you, your business, or a family member faces a legal dilemma, the right lawyer can help ease your worry, get you a lesser charge, or help recover funds from an accident. At Ferris, Schwedler & O’Mara, we are committed to helping clients throughout Huron, Sanilac and Tuscola counties with a wide range of legal issues that affect them personally and professionally. Whether you’re seeking a felony defense, starting a new business, planning your estate, or going through a divorce or in need of a Personal Injury lawyer, we’ll work diligently to help you find an efficient and long lasting solution.
PRACTICE AREAS
Criminal Defense
When you are represented by our criminal defense lawyers, you are represented by a team of lawyers who will do everything within their power to ensure that you are aggressively defended in court.
Family Law
As an experienced family law office, We understand the emotional and financial hardships that accompany divorce, custody disputes and related issues. We practice Divorce and Family Law at the highest level of skill, knowledge, and experience.
Municipal Law
Our firm offers a full range of services to Michigan municipalities, including Villages and Townships, cities, school districts, and inter-municipal districts.
Divorce Lawyers
We strive to reduce your stress by developing a clear plan of action, so you know what to expect during every step of the divorce process, and beyond.
Estate Planning
Our experienced attorneys can advise you on the best approach to your estate planning. We thoroughly analyze your estate and strategize the best means of transferring your assets, minimizing taxes, establishing guardianship for your children, and protecting your loved ones.
Personal Injury
We respect and value the individual needs of each client. We embrace and master the unique facts of each legal case. We have the experience and resources to fight for accountability when negligence or wrongdoing of others is involved.
Real Estate
With countless years of real estate attorney experience in Michigan, we have become the premium experts in all real estate lawyer services in the Thumb.
Civil Litigation
Our firm also has a long history of providing excellent representation to underserved client populations in all civil courts in Michigan including drivers license restoration.
Business Law
Whether you are just starting a business, a family business transitioning to the next generation, a business that is winding down, or a business that is growing so fast you can hardly keep up, it helps to have an experienced advisor on your side.
Driver’s License Restoration
Our experienced lawyers can help you get your driving privileges restored by appearing and representing you at the Secretary of State hearing and if need be, The Circuit Court Hearing.