Salwa Jenna Dabaja, ADR Attorney in Southfield, Michigan
Over 28 years of legal practice · focused on ADR, Insurance, and Litigation
AssociateatVarjabedian Attorneys P.C.
Southfield, MI
Practicing adr in Southfield since 1998.
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Salwa Jenna Dabaja is an associate based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on ADR, Insurance, and Litigation. Salwa has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Varjabedian Attorneys P.C..
- Based in
- Southfield, MI
- Experience
- over 28 years
- Known for
- ADR · Insurance · Litigation
- Handles ADR, Insurance, and Litigation matters from Southfield, MI.
- Over 28 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Salwa Jenna Dabaja: Salwa Jenna Dabaja is an associate based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on ADR, Insurance, and Litigation. Salwa has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Varjabedian Attorneys P.C..
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Salwa Jenna Dabaja
Salwa concentrates on adr, insurance, litigation, personal injury, and slip & fall. Each area below outlines the kind of case Salwa handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
ADR
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Insurance
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Litigation
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Personal Injury
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Slip & Fall
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ADR cases in Southfield, Michigan
Salwa takes adr matters in Southfield, 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 Salwa agrees to represent you.
Insurance cases in Southfield, Michigan
Salwa takes insurance matters in Southfield, 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 Salwa agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Southfield, Michigan
Salwa takes litigation matters in Southfield, 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 Salwa agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Southfield, Michigan
Salwa takes personal injury matters in Southfield, 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 Salwa agrees to represent you.
Slip & Fall cases in Southfield, Michigan
Salwa takes slip & fall matters in Southfield, 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 Salwa agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Salwa Jenna Dabaja — Over 28 years of Michigan adr experience
Salwa Jenna Dabaja is an associate based in Southfield, MI. The practice focuses on ADR, Insurance, and Litigation. Salwa has over 28 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Varjabedian Attorneys P.C..
Salwa Jenna Dabaja is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, arbitration & mediation, insurance and 4 other areas of law. Salwa received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years. Salwa practices at Varjabedian Attorneys P.C. in Southfield, MI.
Salwa's approach to adr cases
Salwa Jenna Dabaja is a lawyer practicing alternative dispute resolution, arbitration & mediation, insurance and 4 other areas of law. Salwa received a B.A. degree from University of Michigan in 1995, and has been licensed for 28 years. Salwa practices at Varjabedian Attorneys P.C. in Southfield, MI.
The kind of cases Salwa takes
Salwa reviews new inquiries case-by-case for adr, insurance, and litigation matters in Southfield and the surrounding Michigan area.
Credentials
Salwa Jenna Dabaja's legal education and bar admissions
Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University
J.D. · 1998
University of Michigan
B.A. · 1995
Jurisdictions
Salwa's state bar admissions
Michigan
1998 · ACTIVE
Salwa studied at J.D. in Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University and B.A. in University of Michigan.
Law school and academic background
Salwa completed J.D. in Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University and B.A. in University of Michigan. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Salwa runs in Michigan is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Affiliations
Salwa's professional memberships and bar associations
State Bar of Michigan American Bar Association
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Locations
Salwa Jenna Dabaja's office in Southfield
Salwa's primary office is at 29777 Telegraph Rd., Ste. 2175, Southfield, MI, 48034. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Varjabedian Attorneys P.C.
29777 Telegraph Rd., Ste. 2175
Southfield, MI 48034
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How to hire Salwa Jenna Dabaja — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new adr attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Salwa usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Salwa charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Salwa'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; Salwa will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a adr attorney in Southfield, Michigan
A short list to run through before you commit: How many adr 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 Salwa
Salwa discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in adr practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every adr 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. Salwa confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Salwa's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many adr practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Salwa Jenna Dabaja
How much does it cost to hire Salwa for a adr case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Salwa walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Salwa offer a free consultation?
Salwa charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Salwa's office. Some adr attorneys offer free consults — check Salwa's current terms during booking.
How long do adr cases in Michigan typically take?
Simple adr 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. Salwa gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Salwa take my case if I'm outside Southfield?
Salwa 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 — Salwa 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 Salwa?
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. Salwa will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Salwa accepting new adr clients right now?
Salwa'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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