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THREE GENERATIONS OF LEGAL EXCELLENCE

Kallman Legal Group

Our Passion. Your Peace of Mind.

For over 70 years, Kallman Legal Group has helped Michigan families, businesses, and individuals protect what matters most through trusted legal counsel, thoughtful estate planning, and experienced representation.

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MEET THE ATTORNEYS

A Legacy of Trusted Legal Counsel

For more than 40 years, Kallman Legal Group has provided trusted legal representation to individuals, families, businesses, schools, municipalities, and nonprofit organizations throughout Michigan. Founded by David A. Kallman in 1982 and built upon a family legacy that began with Ingham County Circuit Court Judge James T. Kallman, the firm continues to deliver thoughtful legal counsel grounded in experience, integrity, and personalized service.

Founding Attorney

David A. Kallman

Since founding Kallman Legal Group in 1982, David has represented clients throughout Michigan in state and federal courts. With decades of litigation experience, he provides strategic counsel grounded in integrity, professionalism, and unwavering advocacy.

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Stephen P. Kallman
Attorney

Stephen P. Kallman

As a third-generation attorney, Stephen proudly continues the Kallman family's tradition of serving Michigan clients through practical legal guidance, thoughtful advocacy, and personalized client service.

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Legacy of Success

Significant Results. Decades of Experience. Personal Commitment.

At Kallman Legal, we help clients recover after serious injuries, protect their families’ futures, and stand up for their rights. Our record includes substantial personal injury settlements, more than 800 estate plans, and victories before the Michigan Supreme Court and Federal Courts.

Millions Recovered for Personal Injury Clients
800+ Estate Plans Prepared
60+ Years of Combined Legal Experience
Personal injury recovery
PERSONAL INJURY

Millions Recovered for Personal Injury Clients

When an injury or wrongful death changes your life, the right representation matters. We have obtained significant results for our personal injury clients. We have secured results totaling millions of dollars for our clients, including settlements of over $10 million dollars.

Behind every case is a person whose health, livelihood, and future matter. We take the time to understand what our clients have lost and pursue the compensation they need to move forward.

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ESTATE PLANNING

800+ Estate Plans Prepared

Protecting your family begins with a plan. We have prepared more than 800 estate plans, helping clients preserve what they have worked for, make their wishes clear, and provide for the people they love. Our approach combines practical advice with personal attention, making the planning process understandable and tailored to your needs.

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60+ Years of Combined Legal Experience

Our attorneys bring more than 59 years of combined legal experience to the individuals, families, and businesses we serve. From planning ahead to navigating complex litigation, we put that experience to work through careful preparation, straightforward guidance, and a commitment to our clients.

60+ YEARS
Michigan Hall of Justice
Michigan Hall of Justice

Victories Before the Michigan Supreme Court

Our attorneys have secured victories at Michigan’s highest court in cases involving educational freedom, individual rights, and challenges to government authority.

01

Standing Up for Small Business

Department of Health and Human Services v. Manke, No. 161394 (2020)

Represented Owosso barber Karl Manke in his challenge to COVID-19 shutdown enforcement, securing a Michigan Supreme Court order setting aside lower-court orders requiring his shop to close.

02

Defending Free Speech

People v. Wood, 506 Mich 114 (2020)

Won a Michigan Supreme Court victory for Keith Wood, who was prosecuted for distributing literature about jury rights on a public sidewalk outside a courthouse.

03

Protecting Homeschooling Freedom

People v. DeJonge, 442 Mich 266 (1993)

Helped secure a landmark ruling protecting homeschooling families with religious objections from Michigan’s requirement that their children be taught by state-certified instructors.

04

Standing Up for Parental Rights

People v. Bennett, 442 Mich 316 (1993)

Fought for homeschooling parents and secured a ruling setting aside their criminal convictions because the state had not provided the required administrative hearing before prosecution.

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Put Our Experience to Work for You

Whether you are recovering from an injury, planning for your family’s future, or defending your rights, we are ready to help.

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Every case depends on its own facts and circumstances.
Judge James T. Kallman
OUR LEGACY

Three Generations of Serving Michigan

The Kallman family's tradition of legal service began with Ingham County Circuit Court Judge James T. Kallman and continues today through David A. Kallman and Stephen P. Kallman. For generations, the firm's commitment to integrity, public service, and trusted legal counsel has remained at the heart of everything it does.

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HISTORIC OFFICE

A Lansing Landmark Since the 1800s

Kallman Legal Group is proud to call a beautifully preserved Darius Moon home its headquarters. Blending Michigan history with modern legal service, the office reflects the firm's longstanding commitment to the community it serves.

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