Introduction
In 1929, Charfoos & Christensen, P.C. opened its doors in Michigan. Over the decades that followed, the firm built a record that includes representation in the Lockerbie Pan Am bombing litigation, the Korean Airlines 007 shoot-down cases, Northwest Airlines Flight 255 survivors and families, and national-level DES and Toxic Shock Syndrome matters. The firm currently represents hundreds of injured clients in actions against Dow Corning and other breast implant manufacturers. That history, nearly a century of plaintiffs’ litigation in Michigan and nationally, is the foundation behind the practice at 26622 Woodward Avenue, Suite 100, Royal Oak, Michigan 48067.
All three named attorneys, David Christensen, Mary Pat Rosen, and David Parker, carry AV ratings from Martindale Hubbell, the highest peer review designation that publication awards, and each is listed in both Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers publications.
Practice Areas
Personal Injury and Automobile Negligence
Charfoos & Christensen handles personal injury claims arising from vehicle accidents, including automobile negligence cases throughout Michigan.
Medical Malpractice
The firm has built particular depth in medical malpractice, including traumatic birth and OBGYN cases. Medical malpractice litigation requires expert witnesses, detailed medical record analysis, and knowledge of the standard of care applicable to each specialty.
Wrongful Death
Wrongful death claims represent one of the most serious outcomes of negligence. The firm represents families pursuing these claims in Michigan courts.
Construction Liability
Construction site injuries and construction liability matters fall within the firm’s practice scope.
Aviation Litigation
The firm’s history in aviation litigation is documented through multiple high-profile cases, including the Lockerbie Pan Am crash, the Korean Airlines 007 shoot-down, and Northwest Airlines Flight 255. These cases required coordination across international parties and complex jurisdictional questions.
Industrial Liability
Industrial workplace injuries and liability claims are handled by the firm.
All-Terrain Vehicle Injuries
ATV injury cases are a specific component of the firm’s personal injury practice.
Premise Liability
The firm handles premise liability matters, representing clients injured on another party’s property.
Toxic and Product Liability
The firm’s work in DES litigation, Toxic Shock Syndrome cases, and ongoing Dow Corning breast implant representation reflects decades of experience in toxic and product liability matters.
Attorney Profiles
David Christensen is a named partner at Charfoos & Christensen, P.C. with an AV rating from Martindale Hubbell, and listings in Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers. AV is the highest peer review rating Martindale Hubbell assigns, reflecting both legal ability and professional ethics.
Mary Pat Rosen holds an AV rating from Martindale Hubbell and is also listed in Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers publications, bringing the same level of peer-recognized standing to the firm.
David Parker is similarly AV rated by Martindale Hubbell and listed in Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers, completing a three-attorney team where every named practitioner carries the highest available peer review designation.
The firm also employs a staff of experienced attorneys and highly skilled paraprofessionals who provide technical support across its caseload. Attorneys at the firm are frequent lecturers for professional and community groups.
Location and Service Area
Charfoos & Christensen, P.C. is located at 26622 Woodward Avenue, Suite 100, Royal Oak, Michigan 48067. The firm can be reached at 313-875-8080 or toll-free at 800-247-5974; fax is 248-399-0351. Full firm information is at https://c2law.com/
The firm serves clients throughout Michigan from its Royal Oak location, which sits in Oakland County in the greater Detroit metropolitan area.
Client Focus
Charfoos & Christensen serves injured individuals and families across Michigan who need plaintiffs’ representation in serious injury, malpractice, and liability cases. The firm’s consistent focus on the plaintiffs’ side of litigation means its interests are always aligned with the injured client, never with insurance companies or corporate defendants.
Free consultations and contingency fee representation mean clients do not pay unless the case results in a settlement or favorable resolution. The firm takes time to listen, answer questions, and explain each case clearly, reflecting a commitment to informed client participation throughout the legal process.
The firm’s stated purpose is to remain at the forefront of developing law and provide legal services through well-trained, caring professionals meeting the highest ethical and legal standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Charfoos & Christensen, P.C. founded?
The firm was established in 1929, making it one of the oldest plaintiffs’ law firms in Michigan.
What peer recognition do the firm’s attorneys hold?
David Christensen, Mary Pat Rosen, and David Parker are each AV rated by Martindale Hubbell, the highest peer review rating available, and listed in both Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers.
Has the firm handled aviation disaster cases?
Yes. The firm represented clients in the Lockerbie Pan Am crash, the Korean Airlines 007 shoot-down, and Northwest Airlines Flight 255 litigation.
Does the firm work on contingency?
Yes. Charfoos & Christensen handles cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning clients owe nothing unless the case is settled or resolved favorably.
What is the firm’s current major litigation?
The firm currently represents hundreds of injured clients in actions against Dow Corning and other breast implant manufacturers.
How do I contact Charfoos & Christensen, P.C.?
Call 313-875-8080 or 800-247-5974, or visit https://c2law.com/ for more information and to schedule a free consultation.
Closing
Founded in 1929, Charfoos & Christensen, P.C. brings nearly a century of plaintiffs’ legal experience to Michigan clients facing personal injury, medical malpractice, aviation litigation, toxic liability, and wrongful death claims. Three AV-rated attorneys with Best Lawyers and Super Lawyers recognition, contingency fee representation, and a record that spans international aviation disasters and landmark toxic litigation define the firm’s standing.
Reach the firm at 313-875-8080, toll-free at 800-247-5974, or at https://c2law.com/