Born in Detroit, Michigan; admitted to the bar in 1983, Michigan and Federal Courts. Education: Wayne State University (B.S.B.A., Summa Cum Laude, 1980); Wayne State University (J.D., 1982); and Wayne State University (LL.M. in Taxation, 1986). Author:  How to Help Your Children During and After a Divorce. Member: Macomb County Bar Association; and State Bar of Michigan. Certified Public Accountant, 1983. Previous experience with one of the largest law firms in Michigan, with an international accounting firm, and as a lecturer on Tax and Estate Planning issues. (Acquisitions; Arbitrator; Banking; Case Evaluator;  Facilitator; Mediator; Civil Litigation; Corporate  Planning; Estate Planning; Family Law; Mergers; Personal Injury; Probate; Real Estate; Shareholder Disputes; and Tax Issues.)