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Robert Daniel Steffes, Insurance Attorney in Oak Park, Michigan

Over 25 years of legal practice · focused on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury · 3.1/5 rating from 1 verified client review

AssociateatHewson & Van Hellemont, P.C.

Oak Park, MI

Practicing insurance in Oak Park since 2001.

25+
Years practicing
3.1 ★
1 client review
1
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Robert Daniel Steffes is an associate based in Oak Park, MI. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Robert has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hewson & Van Hellemont, P.C.. Rated 3.1 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Based in
Oak Park, MI
Experience
over 25 years
Known for
Insurance · Litigation · Personal Injury
  • Handles Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury matters from Oak Park, MI.
  • Over 25 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
  • Recognized with CV Notable.

About Robert Daniel Steffes: Robert Daniel Steffes is an associate based in Oak Park, MI. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Robert has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hewson & Van Hellemont, P.C.. Rated 3.1 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Areas of practice

Legal matters Robert takes on

Robert concentrates on insurance, litigation, personal injury, and slip & fall. Each area below outlines the kind of case Robert handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Insurance cases in Oak Park, Michigan

Robert takes insurance matters in Oak Park, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Oak Park, Michigan

Robert takes litigation matters in Oak Park, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.

Personal Injury cases in Oak Park, Michigan

Robert takes personal injury matters in Oak Park, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.

Slip & Fall cases in Oak Park, Michigan

Robert takes slip & fall matters in Oak Park, Michigan. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Robert agrees to represent you.

Biography

Meet Robert Daniel Steffes — insurance lawyer in Oak Park

Robert Daniel Steffes is an associate based in Oak Park, MI. The practice focuses on Insurance, Litigation, and Personal Injury. Robert has over 25 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Hewson & Van Hellemont, P.C.. Rated 3.1 out of 5 from 1 client review.

Robert Daniel Steffes is a lawyer practicing asbestos litigation, automobile negligence, insurance defense and 5 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Grand Valley State University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years. Robert practices at Hewson & Van Hellemont, P.C. in Oak Park, MI.

Working with Robert on a insurance matter

Robert Daniel Steffes is a lawyer practicing asbestos litigation, automobile negligence, insurance defense and 5 other areas of law. Robert received a B.A. degree from Grand Valley State University in 1997, and has been licensed for 25 years. Robert practices at Hewson & Van Hellemont, P.C. in Oak Park, MI.

Clients Robert works with

Robert reviews new inquiries case-by-case for insurance, litigation, and personal injury matters in Oak Park and the surrounding Michigan area.

Credentials

Education, bar admissions, and languages

  • Wayne State University

    J.D. · 2001

  • Grand Valley State University

    B.A. · 1997

Jurisdictions

Robert's state bar admissions

  • Michigan

    2001 · ACTIVE

Robert studied at J.D. in Wayne State University and B.A. in Grand Valley State University.

Law school and academic background

Robert completed J.D. in Wayne State University and B.A. in Grand Valley State University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Robert runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Recognition

Recognition and thought leadership

Robert has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.

  • CV Notable

Legal awards and honors

CV Notable.

Affiliations

Robert's professional memberships and bar associations

  • Grand Rapids Bar Association State Bar of Michigan

    membership

Locations

Robert Daniel Steffes's office in Oak Park

Robert's primary office is at 25900 Greenfield Rd., Ste. 326, Oak Park, MI, 48237. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Hewson & Van Hellemont, P.C.

25900 Greenfield Rd., Ste. 326

Oak Park, MI 48237

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Client feedback

Client reviews of Robert Daniel Steffes — 3.1/5 rating from 1 verified client review

Every review below is from a verified client of Robert. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing insurance attorneys in Oak Park.

3.1

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Hiring guide

How to hire Robert Daniel Steffes — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new insurance attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Robert usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Robert charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office.

What to bring to your first meeting

Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Robert will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a insurance attorney in Oak Park, Michigan

A short list to run through before you commit: How many insurance matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?

Fees & payment

Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Robert

Robert discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in insurance practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every insurance matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Robert confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Robert's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many insurance practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Robert Daniel Steffes

  • How much does it cost to hire Robert for a insurance case?

    Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Robert walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

  • Does Robert offer a free consultation?

    Robert charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Robert's office. Some insurance attorneys offer free consults — check Robert's current terms during booking.

  • How long do insurance cases in Michigan typically take?

    Simple insurance matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Robert gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

  • Can Robert take my case if I'm outside Oak Park?

    Robert is licensed in Michigan. Matters governed by Michigan law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Robert will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.

  • What should I bring to my first meeting with Robert?

    Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Robert will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

  • Is Robert accepting new insurance clients right now?

    Robert's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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