Paul J. Dillon is the managing partner of the firm. Since 1992, Mr. Dillon maintains specialties in the fields of business law, real estate law, personal injury, employment, and criminal matters. Mr. Dillon combines his outstanding academic and legal credentials with the business and accounting experience he obtained while working for a national accounting and consulting firm, to identify and explain to clients, adversaries, and juries the financial impact of various legal issues and disputes. After spending nearly five years with the consulting practice of Arthur Anderson & Co., Mr. Dillon earned his J.D., magna cum laude, from the University of Detroit School of Law in 1992. During law school, Mr. Dillon was awarded clerkship at the Wayne County Circuit Court, the United States Attorney General's Office, and Pepper Hamilton LLP, a nationally recognized law firm. Mr. Dillon received his bachelor of arts in 1984 from Kalamazoo College, where he captained the Division III football team for two years, while also being active in intercollegiate baseball and wrestling. Mr. Dillon also studied in Hannover, Germany for a semester of his undergraduate experience. He has been honored to have been designated as a Michigan Super Lawyer and continues to strive to the highest of standards for the practice of law. Paul is married to JoDee, his wife of twenty-nine years. The Dillon’s have five children and live in Plymouth where both Paul and JoDee attended Salem High School. Paul enjoys watching his children participate in a variety of sports.

Michael S. Melfi is an attorney at Mavacy, representing innovative and entrepreneurial businesses across the dynamic landscapes of legal areas. With a wealth of experience, Michael seamlessly guides companies through various business inflexion points, including the intricacies of financing and fundraising, tax planning, and acquisitions and dispositions. Beyond traditional legal roles, he serves as a trusted advisor, offering mentorship, and counsel. Fueled by an entrepreneurial spirit, Michael collaborates with visionaries throughout their journey, from inception to commercialization. His strategic guidance encompasses assessment, strategic planning, business development, execution, and fundraising, ensuring a comprehensive approach to success. His multifaceted background includes experience as the founder, chief operating officer, and general counsel of a multimedia company, where he crafted cutting-edge experiential and digital marketing campaigns for Fortune 500 clients. An esteemed authority in the legal field, Michael frequently writes and speaks on various issues impacting entrepreneurs, startups, leadership, business, social media, crowdfunding, and IP. As the author of four books, he seeks to demystify complex business areas for aspiring entrepreneurs. In his commitment to nurturing the entrepreneurial community, Michael founded Investable Mastermind. This community served as a hub for professionals and business owners, offering a platform to address challenges and obstacles in their business growth journey. Members of the Mastermind gain access to invaluable tools, resources, and connections, fostering collaboration and empowerment within the like-minded entrepreneurial community. Together, they pursue visions in a fulfilling and abundant manner, achieving collectively what may have seemed insurmountable individually. An avid golfer, Michael finds joy in the precision and skill of the game. Outside the professional arena, he relishes long runs, embracing the meditative rhythm that running provides. Beyond his professional and athletic pursuits, Michael cherishes moments with his beautiful wife and adorable children. These personal interests and connections underscore his commitment to a well-rounded and fulfilling life.

Daniel Hilker is a seasoned attorney specializing in trusts, estates, guardianships, and conservatorships, with extensive experience in estate planning and litigation. He has represented clients in numerous probate courts across Michigan, as well as the Michigan Court of Appeals. Actively involved in the legal community, Dan serves on several committees for the State Bar’s Probate and Estate Planning Section and is a member of the Ingham County Bar and Greater Lansing Estate Planning Council. Recognized for his expertise, he has been named a “Rising Star” by Super Lawyers Magazine from 2019 to 2024.