Wesley Todd originally joined the firm as an intern in 2008. He has been a shareholder of the firm since 2020. He was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan and graduated from Albion College in 2006 with a major in political science. While at Albion, he was an active member of Delta Sigma Phi fraternity, Alpha Phi Omega, national service fraternity, Habitat for Humanity and the Varsity Tennis Team. Wesley was awarded a Merit Scholarship to attend Michigan State University College of Law and earned his Juris Doctorate cum laude in 2010. After earning his Juris Doctorate, he established his private solo law practice in his hometown of Kalamazoo from 2011 to 2014. After this period Wesley joined Vandervoort Christ and Fisher, practicing there for over six years. Subsequently Wesley re-joined the firm in 2020. Wesley primarily specializes in Criminal and Family Law, as well as civil litigation. He has experience in a plethora of areas from divorce and custody hearings to criminal matters and Bankruptcy. He has presented cases in all counties of West Michigan. He is admitted to practice in the State of Michigan and in the Federal District Court for the Western District of Michigan. Wesley participates in activities with All Species Kinship and is a vintage car and sports enthusiast. Wesley is a member of the Kalamazoo County Bar Association and Calhoun County Bar Association (President 2019-2020). Wesley’s passion for law stems from an intrinsic motivation to provide justice for all people.

Nicholas Somberg is a practicing lawyer in the state of Michigan handling criminal defense cases.

Attorney Anderson is a practicing lawyer in the state of Michigan.

Tessa K. Muir is an accomplished trial attorney as a former federal prosecutor and former Army JAG officer. As an Assistant US Attorney in the Western District of Michigan, Tessa served as the lead prosecutor in hundreds of federal criminal cases and Sixth Circuit appeals. She worked closely with and trained federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies on search warrants, computer investigations, and human trafficking — including the Michigan State Police, FBI, DEA, ATF, Homeland Security, police departments, and sheriff’s offices throughout Michigan. Now, she uses that knowledge to understand weaknesses in an investigation and areas where law enforcement and investigators made critical errors. From the first stages of an investigation to the final stages of appeal, Tessa knows how the system works from the inside out. She uses her expertise as a former federal prosecutor to help her clients understand the investigative process, find weaknesses in the case, and build a strong defense. Tessa’s clients routinely comment that she is responsive, empathetic, professional, and effective. Tessa is a persuasive courtroom advocate and has won multiple not-guilty verdicts at trial. She has succeeded in both state and federal courts in achieving the complete dismissal of cases after filing Fourth Amendment challenges to traffic stops and searches. Tessa has convinced prosecutors at the state and federal levels to agree with her position on motions ranging from reversing improper sentencing conditions to excluding evidence against her clients at trial. Tessa succeeded in a motion to reverse a federal judge’s decision to deny bond to a client pending trial in a serious RICO conspiracy case. She achieved early release from a halfway house for a client suffering from a mental breakdown. She secured a sentence significantly below the recommended range in a federal healthcare fraud case, allowing her client to avoid serving prison time. These are just some examples of the results she has obtained for her clients. Tessa has earned commendations for her work as a federal trial attorney from the FBI, Homeland Security, and the State Bar of Michigan. Since 2015, she has been selected by fellow attorneys and federal judges in the Western District of Michigan as a Steering Committee member and instructor for the Hillman Trial Advocacy Program —the district’s premier federal trial practice program. Tessa founded and leads SBBL Law’s Title IX practice group and has become a national leader in the field. She represents students, staff, and faculty members who are either the victim (complainant) or the accused person (respondent) in Title IX sexual harassment and sexual assault cases at schools and colleges nationwide. She puts her background as a federal prosecutor and defense attorney to work to ensure the Title IX investigation process is as fair and thorough as possible for her clients. Her expertise and track record in this field are unrivaled, and she brings a deep understanding of Title IX laws and policies to fight for a fair and just outcome in every case. As a Title IX attorney, Tessa has successfully advocated for clients from five years old through college grad students and professors. She has won findings of “not responsible” for clients at Title IX hearings, obtained confidential settlements from schools that failed to follow the proper procedure, and advocated for supportive measures for clients who have experienced sexual assault and harassment. As a mom and step-mom, Tessa understands the unique dynamic of a family going through the difficult and overwhelming process of navigating the complex and overwhelming Title IX process. She acts as a true advocate, giving a voice to her clients and ensuring the investigation reflects any and all evidence and arguments in their favor.

Michael Bonvolanta earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in 2011 from DePaul University in Chicago, Illinois. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 2015 from the University of Detroit – Mercy School of Law where he graduated magna cum laude. He was admitted to the Frank Murphy Honor Society and served as a member of UDM’s Moot Court Board of Advocates. Bonvolanta is admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan, the United States District Court of the Eastern District of Michigan, the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan, and the United States District Court for the Western District of New York. Bonvolanta joined the firm in January 2020, and focuses primarily on medical malpractice, nursing home neglect, birth injury, civil rights and governmental claims. Prior to joining Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C., Bonvolanta served as an associate at a full-service litigation firm in metro Detroit with a focus on municipal law, land use and zoning, medical malpractice defense and legal malpractice defense. He represented various national clients throughout the state of Michigan. Call (888) 797-8787 for a free case review and speak to Michael J. Bonvolanta about your case today.

Sarah Gorski earned her Bachelor of Science degree in 2005 from Eastern Michigan University. She earned her Juris Doctor degree in 2017 from Western Michigan University – Thomas M. Cooley Law School. She was a member of the Phi Alpha Delta Fraternity, and Chair of the Mock Trial Board. Sarah joined the firm in January 2022, and focuses primarily on first-party automobile claims, third-party auto negligence, motorcycle and bicycle accidents. She also handles other personal injury claims, including slip and falls, dog bites, and wrongful death lawsuits. Prior to joining Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C., Sarah served as an associate at a full-service litigation firm in metro Detroit with a focus on insurance defense and corporate disputes. She represented various clients throughout the state of Michigan. Call (888) 797-8787 for a free case review and speak to Sarah L. Gorski about your case today.

David Poulton is a practicing lawyer in the state of Michigan. He received his J.D from Michigan State University College of Law in 1998.

Andrew R. Kravis, Esq. is an attorney licensed to practice in Michigan, New York and New Jersey. He is the CEO of Kravis & Wurgaft, P.C., a full service boutique law firm he founded in 2013. He is a graduate of Seton Hall University School of Law and received a bachelor’s degree in Political Science from The University of Southern California. Andrew’s law practice focuses on corporate, real estate, non-profit, litigation and intellectual property law.

The Law Offices of Shaun Whitehead Esq LLC, also known as GET1LAW, are licensed to practice in Michigan and Ohio in the areas of family law, corporate, estate planning and personal injury. The law firm primarily focuses in Family/Domestic Court on divorce, custody, child support, alimony, parenting time, genetic testing and Probate Court issues such wills, estates, trust, guardianships and adoptions. Attorney Whitehead currently serves as Councilman for the City of Oak Park. Whitehead earned his Bachelor’s Degree from Michigan State University in Political Theory and Constitutional Democracy. Attorney Shaun earned his Juris Doctor from Case Western Reserve University’s Law School where he was the research assistant to Professor Kevin C. McMunigal and gained additional exposure with the third revision of American Bar Association’s Prosecution and Defense Function Standards. Attorney Whitehead began his legal career in entertainment law (Rock & Roll Hall of Fame), focusing on licensing and copyright issues and moved quickly into providing consulting services to entities such as: Cisco, Deloitte and Black Box. Attorney Shaun also gained criminal and juvenile law experience as a Summer Law Clerk in 2015 with the Cuyahoga County Office of the Public Defender. A staunch community advocate, Attorney Whitehead has been involved with Meals on Wheels for more than 15 years and volunteers as a caddy for the U.S. Kids Golf Association. Attorney Shaun is also a Proud member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.