Nicolas A. Vesprini earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology in 2000 from Oakland University. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 2003 from the University of Detroit – Mercy School of Law where he served as the Executive Director of Moot Court Board, represented the law school in national moot court competition, and was an active member of the Student Bar Association Board of Governors, and a Book Award recipient. Nicolas is admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan, the United States District Court of the Eastern District of Michigan, and the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan. Prior to joining Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C., Nicolas served as a partner at a preeminent insurance defense law firm with a focus on defense litigation in catastrophic first-party automobile claims, third-party auto negligence, personal injury, premises liability and general negligence. He represented various national clients and several major insurance carriers throughout the state of Michigan. He has tried cases in both state and federal court and has argued before the Michigan Court of Appeals.

Christopher Frayer earned his Bachelor of Business Administration from Northwood University in 1991. He later earned his Juris Doctor degree in 2001 from Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Chris joined the firm in February 2024, focusing primarily on medical malpractice, nursing home neglect, birth injury, civil rights, and governmental claims. Prior to joining Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C., Chris served as a medical malpractice attorney at a firm in metro Detroit. He previously represented healthcare companies, professionals, and corporate clients litigating medical malpractice cases in state and federal courts.

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.

For more than 25 years, Evan P. Shaw has provided a full range of effective legal services to address the various challenges faced in the personal injury and healthcare space. Shaw, who has spent nearly 30 years as a litigation attorney, earned his Bachelor of Science degree in 1989 from Michigan State University. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 1993 from Wayne State University School of Law and is admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan and the United States District Court of the Eastern and Western District of Michigan. Shaw joined the firm in September 2023 and focuses mainly on first-party auto claims, third-party auto negligence, and motorcycle, pedestrian, and bicycle accidents. He has tried countless personal injury trials and has extensive experience handling a wide variety of personal injury case types, including dog bites, slip and fall claims, medical malpractice and birth injuries. Prior to joining Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C., Evan worked as a trial attorney at a personal injury law firm in metro Detroit.

Alyssa Orseck Moss earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in International Relations and Affairs from Lafayette College. Thereafter, she earned her Juris Doctorate degree in 1993 from Michigan State University’s College of Law. A third-generation trial attorney, Moss joined Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C. in 2017 and brings over 25-plus years of extensive legal experience. Moss is an experienced trial attorney, representing those who have been injured as a result of all types of accidents, including car accidents, motorcycle accidents and bicycle accidents. She is dedicated and passionate about helping her clients obtain the compensation and benefits to which they are entitled. Call (888) 797-8787 for a free case review and speak to Alyssa Moss about your case today.

Michael R. Shaffer earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in 1995 from Michigan State University. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 1999 from Wayne State University Law School. Shaffer joined Buckfire Law in September 2022 with extensive experience in Michigan’s No-Fault Law and auto accident litigation. Prior to joining Buckfire Law, he worked for 17 years for a well-known plaintiff firm specializing in auto law. Shaffer’s primary focus will be on first-party automotive claims, third-party auto negligence, and motorcycle, pedestrian, and bicycle accidents. He also handles other personal injury claims including dog attacks, slip and falls, and wrongful death lawsuits.

Attorney Shiraz K. Khan is a licensed Attorney and Counselor at Law, admitted to practice in the State of Michigan, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals, the Northern District of Illinois, and the United States Supreme Court. He is a member of the State Bar of Michigan and is registered with the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) under the U.S. Department of Justice. As a dedicated trial attorney, he is known for his steadfast commitment to justice. He wins - and brings a wealth of experience across multiple areas of law, including serious injuries and permanent losses, civil rights litigation, as well as individual tort matters. His involvement in high-stakes and high-profile cases has drawn national attention, and his legal insight has been featured in numerous leading media outlets, including The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, USA Today, Fox News, Esquire Magazine, MSN, Yahoo News, The Detroit News, The Miami Herald, The Detroit Free Press, The New York Daily News, The Boston Globe, U.S. News & World Report, CBS News, and NPR, among others. He has also appeared in national television interviews, including on CBS This Morning and CNN Newsroom. As the host of Trial and Truth, he frequently features prominent guests to explore thought-provoking perspectives on law and justice in America. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from Wayne State University, followed by his Juris Doctor from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law. At Wayne State, his academic focus was on biology and biomedicine, with research in the biology of aging and the prandiology of Drosophila. During law school, his studies emphasized business law, trial advocacy, healthcare law, commercial and international transactions, as well as intellectual property and trademark law. Drawing from a background that spans business, medical research, and the arts, Attorney Khan brings a multidimensional perspective to his legal practice. As the founder of The Shiraz Law Firm, PLLC, he approaches the law with a comprehensive, strategic mindset, tailored to the dynamic needs of his clients. Outside the courtroom, he is a talented singer-songwriter who has toured widely, performing for audiences across various venues in the United States, Canada and the UK. He is affiliated with SOCAN (Canada) and BMI (Worldwide) for music publishing. He is also a published poet, with a book titled More than Words and several other written works available online. Mr. Khan is deeply committed to public service. He frequently volunteers his time and has served as a keynote speaker for numerous organizations, focusing on demystifying the legal process and bridging the gap between the public and the legal system. He is a devoted husband and father of four, and enjoys spending time with his family when he is not advocating for his clients.

Lee Steinberg graduated from Wayne State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree. After Wayne State University, he taught in the Detroit School System while attending night school at the Detroit College of Law. After graduating from the Detroit College of Law, he worked for personal injury firms before opening his own law practice. Lee has obtained substantial jury verdicts and awards against local and national defendants, including British Petroleum, the City of Detroit, trucking companies, and large retailers. Mr. Steinberg has tried cases to verdict throughout Michigan, including auto accidents, truck accidents, commercial truck crashes, slips and fall incidents, medical malpractice, and civil rights violations. He also tried cases in Texas, obtaining the first medical malpractice verdict in San Angelo, Texas. He began using TV media to inform the general public, and particularly injury victims, that you don’t have to be wealthy to talk to a lawyer, and in fact, a lawyer is only a phone call away. Lee Steinberg is currently a member of the Michigan Association for Justice, which fights for the rights of the injured against large corporations and insurance companies. Mr. Steinberg and his team of Michigan personal injury lawyers have proudly represented the citizens of Michigan for over 50 years. He strongly believes every person, no matter their background, is entitled to aggressive and compassionate legal representation. His firm has obtained hundreds of millions in client settlements and verdicts. He is the proud father of four children, including his legal partner and son, Eric Steinberg.

David Adgate earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in 2013 from the University of Michigan. He earned his Juris Doctor degree in 2017 from Wayne State University Law School. He then completed a Post-Baccalaureate Medprep Program at the University of Michigan in 2019 where he served as the president of the Medprep Engage Student Organization. He is admitted to practice law in the State of Michigan, the United States District Court of the Eastern District of Michigan, and the United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan. David joined the firm in January 2024 and focuses primarily on first-party automobile claims, third-party auto negligence, and motorcycle and bicycle accidents. He also handles other personal injury claims, including slip and falls, dog bites, and wrongful death lawsuits. Before joining Buckfire & Buckfire, P.C., David served as an associate at a personal injury law firm in metro Detroit. He also previously worked as a fellow for the Federal Defender Office in Detroit.