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May 2023
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Ep 137 | Michael L. Jones | From Grade S...

Benjamin Gold
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The Lawyer Stories Podcast Episode 137 features Michael Jones, personal injury, civil rights, and employment lawyer at Marko Law in Detroit, Michigan. We discuss Mike’s journey as he went from Grateful Dead listening - California grade school teacher - to having the best Opening Argument in McGeorge’s Mock Trial Competition in 2016.  Mike then went on to join Marko Law in Detroit, Michigan to fight against injustices, trial work, and negotiating large settlements for his clients.

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