Lisa M Berden

Lisa M Berden, Business Attorney in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Over 23 years of legal practice · focused on Business, General, and IRS

Staff AttorneyatMiller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C.

Kalamazoo, MI

Practicing business in Kalamazoo since 2003.

23+
Years practicing
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Lisa M Berden is a staff attorney based in Kalamazoo, MI. The practice focuses on Business, General, and IRS. Lisa has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C..

Based in
Kalamazoo, MI
Experience
over 23 years
Known for
Business · General · IRS
  • Handles Business, General, and IRS matters from Kalamazoo, MI.
  • Over 23 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

About Lisa M Berden: Lisa M Berden is a staff attorney based in Kalamazoo, MI. The practice focuses on Business, General, and IRS. Lisa has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C..

Areas of practice

Lisa's practice areas in Kalamazoo

Lisa concentrates on business, general, irs, probate, and real estate. Each area below outlines the kind of case Lisa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Business cases in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Lisa takes business matters in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lisa agrees to represent you.

General cases in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Lisa takes general matters in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lisa agrees to represent you.

IRS cases in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Lisa takes irs matters in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lisa agrees to represent you.

Probate cases in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Lisa takes probate matters in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lisa agrees to represent you.

Real Estate cases in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Lisa takes real estate matters in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Lisa agrees to represent you.

Biography

Lisa M Berden, business attorney serving Kalamazoo

Lisa M Berden is a staff attorney based in Kalamazoo, MI. The practice focuses on Business, General, and IRS. Lisa has over 23 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C.. Lisa works from Kalamazoo, Michigan and takes on business matters across the region.

Lisa M Berden is a lawyer practicing business law, charitable gambling, economic development incentives and 19 other areas of law. Lisa received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1995, and has been licensed for 23 years. Lisa practices at Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. in Kalamazoo, MI.

Working with Lisa on a business matter

Lisa M Berden is a lawyer practicing business law, charitable gambling, economic development incentives and 19 other areas of law. Lisa received a B.A. degree from Michigan State University in 1995, and has been licensed for 23 years. Lisa practices at Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C. in Kalamazoo, MI.

Who Lisa represents

Lisa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for business, general, and irs matters in Kalamazoo and the surrounding Michigan area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Lisa studied and practices

  • Wayne State University

    J.D. · 2003

  • Michigan State University

    B.A. · 1995

Jurisdictions

Lisa's state bar admissions

  • Michigan

    2003 · ACTIVE

Lisa studied at J.D. in Wayne State University and B.A. in Michigan State University.

Law school and academic background

Lisa completed J.D. in Wayne State University and B.A. in Michigan State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Lisa runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Lisa's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Oakland County and American (Member, Tax Section) Bar Associations State Bar of Michigan (Member, Sections on: Tax Real Property) Women Lawyers of Michigan

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Locations

Lisa M Berden's office in Kalamazoo

Lisa's primary office is at 277 South Rose Street, Suite 600, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, P.L.C.

277 South Rose Street, Suite 600

Kalamazoo, MI 49007

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Hiring guide

How to hire Lisa M Berden — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new business attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Lisa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Lisa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lisa's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Lisa will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a business attorney in Kalamazoo, Michigan

A short list to run through before you commit: How many business matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Lisa

Lisa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in business practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every business matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Lisa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Lisa's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many business practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Lisa M Berden

  • How much does it cost to hire Lisa for a business case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Lisa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Lisa offer a free consultation?

    Lisa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Lisa's office. Some business attorneys offer free consults — check Lisa's current terms during booking.

  • How long do business cases in Michigan typically take?

    Simple business matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Lisa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Lisa take my case if I'm outside Kalamazoo?

    Lisa is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Lisa will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Lisa?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Lisa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Lisa accepting new business clients right now?

    Lisa's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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