Gerald Acker

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      Gerald Acker

      Grand Rapids, Michigan
      31 years of experience

      Biography

      Founder and managing partner of esteemed law firm, Goodman Acker, Gerald Acker is a Michigan native who received his law degree from Wayne State University Law School in 1981. His practice focuses on legal and medical malpractice; car, truck, and other moving vehicle accidents, and premises liability.

      In addition to his legal career, Gerald is also actively involved in the political arena, and has worked on behalf of several candidates who support people’s continued access to legal services. He is a member and past president of the Michigan Association for Justice, where his primary focus is to provide members with improved education opportunities so that they might better serve their clients. His greatest enjoyment is helping his clients rebuild their lives after an accident, and takes great pride in working with his clients.

      When he isn’t working, Gerald enjoys spending time with his family, playing basketball, and cheering on his favorite Michigan sports teams. He is also active in many community and philanthropic organizations in and around the state of Michigan.

      Practice Areas

      Personal Injury

      Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

      Medical Malpractice

      Birth Injury, Medical Misdiagnosis, Pharmacy Errors, Surgical Errors

      Fees

      • Free Consultation

      Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice

      District of Columbia, District of Columbia Bar, Since 1992
      Michigan, Since 1981

      Languages

      English : Spoken, Written

      Professional Experience

      Senior Partner Goodman Acker P.C.

      Year: Current

      Description:

      Professional Associations

      Martindale-Hubbell AV Rating (Current)

      Michigan Association for Justice Former President (Current)

      District of Columbia Bar Member (Current)

      District of Columbia Bar Member (1992 - Current)

      Michigan SuperLawyer (2008-Present) Member (Current)

      Awards

      • American Patriot Award

        Michigan Veterans Foundation

      • 10.0 Superb

        AVVO rating

      • Wings of Justice Award

        Oakland County Democratic Party

      • Michigan Super Lawyers

        Super Lawyer Magazine 2014.0

      • 2014 Leader in the Law

        Michigan Lawyers Weekly 2014.0

      • Best 2015 Client Satisfaction

        AIPIA

      Education

      • Wayne State University Law School J.D. (1981) | Law

        Year: 1979 - 1981

      Websites

      Goodman Acker P.C.

      Address:

      1500 E Beltline Ave SE, Suite 235, Grand Rapids, MI 49506

      phone no.

      Goodman Acker P.C.

      Address:

      17000 West 10 Mile Road, 2nd Floor, Southfield, MI 48075

      phone no.

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