Liz Abdnour is an experienced and client-centered attorney and advocate who has committed her career to working towards justice and equality for students. Liz's legal expertise includes a vast array of education-focused cases, with claims asserted against schools and institutions in the areas of Title IX, educator rights and employment, special education, k12 school discipline, college code of conduct, disability rights, and childhood sexual assault.

For the first eight years of her career, Liz worked as a legal services attorney, representing low-income individuals in Ohio in a variety of civil legal matters. Liz spent two years as the supervising attorney of a domestic violence and protection order clinic jointly operated by a legal aid organization and a law school. Liz then transitioned to working as an institutional equity coordinator and senior investigator at Michigan State University, handling investigations and providing training to the campus community on civil rights and Title IX matters.

In 2018, Liz launched an education-focused law firm in Lansing, Michigan to fight for justice on behalf of student and educator clients. During this time, Liz assisted hundreds of clients seek justice for violations of their rights by their school, their university or their employer. In 2023, Liz joined forces with AW to expand the impact of her experience and advocacy, now leading the firm’s Title IX and Education Litigation teams in Ohio and Michigan, and in federal courts nationwide.

Liz also provides investigative, consulting, and training services and is an experienced trainer, writer, and public speaker. The combination of Liz's legal experience and her years as an internal university investigator and administrator at Michigan State University during the height of the Larry Nassar investigation give her unparalleled expertise regarding educational institutions' obligations with respect to civil rights and Title IX response.

Serving Justice Across Borders: Shahad Atiya is the American Dream

Shahad, a dedicated legal practitioner and Iraqi immigrant, stands as a beacon of hope for immigrant communities worldwide. With a relentless passion for justice and a profound understanding of the complexities surrounding immigration and other complex legal matters, Shahad has become a trusted ally for individuals navigating the intricate pathways of the law.

Born and raised in Iraq, Shahad experienced firsthand the challenges and struggles that accompany immigration to a new country. Determined to make a difference, she pursued her legal education with unwavering resolve, earning her Juris Doctor degree from Wayne State University Law School before embarking on her journey as a legal advocate.

Throughout her career, Shahad has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to serving immigrant communities across the globe. Specializing in a diverse array of legal areas, including business, civil and criminal litigation, immigration, family law, and regulatory compliance, she has earned a reputation for her comprehensive approach and unparalleled expertise.

What sets Shahad apart is her unwavering dedication to tackling tough cases that others may shy away from. With a deep understanding of the challenges and nuances involved in complex legal matters, she fearlessly advocates for her clients' rights and interests, ensuring that no stone is left unturned in pursuit of justice.


From representing businesses navigating intricate regulatory landscapes to defending individuals facing immigration challenges or criminal charges, Shahad approaches each case with diligence, compassion, and a commitment to excellence. Her track record of success speaks volumes about her tenacity and legal acumen.


Beyond her professional accomplishments, Shahad remains deeply rooted in her immigrant roots, understanding the struggles and triumphs that define the immigrant experience. Fluent in multiple languages, including Arabic and English, and (some Spanish) she bridges cultural divides and provides invaluable support to clients from diverse backgrounds.


As she continues her journey as a legal advocate, Shahad remains steadfast in her mission to uphold the principles of justice, fairness, and equality for all. With her guidance and expertise, immigrant communities find solace and empowerment in navigating the complex legal landscape with confidence and dignity.

I help people whose rights have been violated recover and rebuild their lives. I also help people with everyday legal issues though the stress and mess to the other side.

Aggressive legal representation for justice in the workplace.

I am a solo practitioner specializing in civil appeals. I joined NLG because I agree that the law should protect and serve the people, and lawyers should work to defend human rights and promote social justice.

I graduated from Cooley Law School and passed the bar in June 2021. I am currently Associate Legislative Council at a national non-profit focused on end-of-life health care. I live in the Bagley neighborhood in Detroit with my partner Clark and our dog, Honey.

NLG member since 1968

I am a lawyer on the side of people, the victims of government oppression and civil wrong. In practice for 37 years, my connection to the NLG is of fundamental importance. My history in being born in the era of civil rights struggle makes my appreciation for the NLG a natural fit.

I live in Ann Arbor and am an associate attorney at Palmer Rey PLLC in Southfield, MI. I am licensed in Illinois, and currently practice exclusively immigration law - representing clients before USCIS, Immigration Courts, the Chicago Asylum Office, and the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan. I also handle appellate cases at the Board of Immigration of Appeals and the US Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit.

I am able to assist clients with ICE detention, removal defense, family, and employment immigration issues.

I believe that the work of NLG and its members is vital to the continued pursuit of collective liberation and I'm hopeful that my legal advocacy in the area of immigration is a small but vital contribution to this work.

- Guild member since first day of law school in 1985

- Former legal director of the ACLU of Michigan (1997-2019)

- Former President of the Ann Arbor Chapter of the National Lawyers Guild (1993-1997)

Bio: https://michigan.law.umich.edu/faculty-and-scholarship/our-faculty/michael-j-steinberg

If you are in debt, the client is not at fault. The economy was stacked.

If you are being sued, the client is not at fault. Predatory lending and price gouging played a role.

If you owe taxes, the client is not at fault. The rich should pay.

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