Lansing firm wins SBM award for 4th year in a row

The law firm of Alane & Chartier, P.L.C., has again been recognized with the 2013 Pro Bono Circle of Excellence by the State Bar of Michigan. The Pro Bono Circle of Excellence recognizes every firm that has fully complied with the State Bar's Voluntary Pro Bono Standard for the calendar year 2013. The firm has previously been recognized with the Circle of Excellence in 2010, 2011, and 2012. "We're proud of our firm's continuing commitment to pro bono work, and we plan on continuing this tradition for many years to come," said attorney Mary Chartier. Attorney Natalie Alane added, "Providing quality legal services to those who would not otherwise be able to afford them is part of our firm's mission, and we are honored to be recognized by the State Bar for our work in this area." Alane & Chartier, P.L.C., was founded in 2007 by attorneys Natalie Alane and Mary Chartier. Attorneys Takura Nyamfukudza, Phoenix Hummel, and Nicole Hughes are proud of the firm's commitment to pro bono work and commit themselves to serving those in need through their service as well. The firm specializes in litigation and appellate work, as well as family law and criminal defense. Published: Mon, Jul 14, 2014