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Meet Our Staff

Our staff members are an integral part of the Sinas Dramis Law Firm. With decades of collective experience, our legal assistants, paralegals, and other staff members work tirelessly on your case, alongside our attorneys. When you choose Sinas Dramis Law Firm to represent your needs, our dedicated, knowledgeable staff will work with you every step of the way.

From time to time, our firm has openings for professional staff positions, associate attorney positions, and law clerk opportunities. Open positions can be found here.

Paralegals

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Anne Hurth

Paralegal for Attorney Mike Larkin

Anne joined the law firm in 1991. She has more than 30 years of experience in the legal profession. Anne received her B.A. from Central Michigan University and her post-baccalaureate paralegal certificate from Lansing Community College. She lives with her husband in Lansing and enjoys reading, movies and spending time with their three adult children, their spouses, and her grandchildren.

Anne can be contacted at annehurth@sinasdramis.com.

Brittney Cole

Paralegal for Attorney George Sinas and Attorney Stephen Sinas

Brittney is a graduate of Grand Valley State University and joined the law firm in 2011. Brittney lives in Charlotte, and is an enthusiastic kayaker, hiker and camper. She is often found on area trails with her black lab, Zoey.

Brittney can be contacted at brittneycole@sinasdramis.com.

Christy Lawrence

Paralegal for Attorney Kevin Komar

Christy joined the firm in December 2023.  She is a native Texan with 30 years of experience in the legal field. Christy is a 2014 graduate of Western Michigan University-Thomas M. Cooley Law School and received her undergraduate degree from the University of Texas-Dallas in Political Science. In her spare time, she enjoys riding her Harley and participating in memorial rides for veterans, as well as advocating on behalf of animals.

Christy can be contacted at Christylawrence@sinasdramis.com.

Jerri Lynn Luidens

Paralegal for Attorney James Graves 

Jerri joined the firm in 2018. She brings with her 35 years of experience in the legal profession. Jerri received an associate’s degree magna cum laude from Lansing community college and subsequently completed a year of nursing school. She holds a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Western Michigan University and a post-baccalaureate paralegal certificate from Lansing Community College. She also attended Michigan State University pursuing a degree in psychology. Jerri lives in Holt and in her time away from work enjoys reading, swimming, and hot yoga.

Jerri can be contacted at jerriluidens@sinasdramis.com.

Jillian McArdle

Paralegal for Attorney Lauren Kissel and Attorney Kelly Todd

A Northern Michigan native, Jillian joined Sinas Dramis having graduated from Grand Valley State University in 2013 with degrees in both psychology and criminal justice. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, watching movies, and spending time with her cats, Ash and Posy, and family and friends.

Jillian can be contacted at jillianmcardle@sinasdramis.com.

Kayleigh Rose

Paralegal for Attorney Tom Sinas

Kayleigh is a paralegal in the Grand Rapids office. She joined the firm in 2016, after graduating from Davenport University with a bachelor’s degree in legal studies. Kayleigh enjoys watching sports and spending time with her two goldendoodles, Oakley and Brody.

Kayleigh can be contacted at kayleighrose@sinasdramis.com.

Kaitlynn Varela

Paralegal for Attorney Brian Lawson

Kaitlynn is a Grand Valley State University graduate with a B.A in Criminal Justice. She joined our Grand Rapids office in 2024. She has worked in the legal field since 2019 and is bilingual in English and Spanish. Kaitlynn lives in Muskegon with her husband, three kids, dad, two dogs, and two cats. In her free time, Kaitlynn enjoys finding new spots to explore with her husband, spending time with her kids, and reading with her animals on the couch.

Kaitlynn can be contacted at kaitlynnvarela@sinasdramis.com

Sara Burr

Paralegal for Attorney Steve Weston

Sara joined the firm at the end of 2018, with nearly twenty years of experience in the legal profession. Prior to joining the firm, she was named a recipient of the Michigan Lawyer’s Weekly Unsung Legal Heroes award in 2017. Sara received an associate degree in business from Glen Oaks Community College, and she currently resides in Three Rivers with her husband and two daughters. In her spare time, Sara enjoys reading, attending sporting events, traveling, spending time with her family, and writing novels, one of which won the 2019 Next Generation Indie Book Award for best romance.

Sara can be contacted at saraburr@sinasdramis.com.

Teri Lynne Griffes

Teri Lynne Griffes

Paralegal for Attorney Katie Tucker

Teri Lynne joined the law firm in 2002 and has more than 25 years of experience in the legal profession. She resides in Webberville with her husband Kyle, and enjoys spending time with their three children and spoiling her grandchildren.

Teri Lynne can be contacted at tlgriffes@sinasdramis.com.

Therese Rose

Therese Rose

Paralegal/Legal Assistant for Attorney Brian McKenna

Therese joined the law firm in 2019 and has more than 31 years of experience in the legal profession. Therese lives in Warren and enjoys spending time with her family and seven grandchildren.

Therese can be contacted at thereserose@sinasdramis.com.

Legal Assistants

Amanda Rowley

Amanda English

Legal Assistant for Attorney Tom Sinas and Attorney Brian Lawson

Amanda is a Michigan State graduate with a B.A. in Criminal Justice. She has worked in the legal field since graduating in 2017. Amanda lives in Grand Rapids with her cat, Stella, and black lab, Ruby. In her free time, Amanda enjoys kayaking and bouldering.

Amanda can be contacted at amandaenglish@sinasdramis.com.

Kayrn Yoak

Karyn Yoak

Legal Assistant for Attorney Kevin Komar

Karyn joined the firm in 2023 with more than 10 years of experience in the legal profession. She is a graduate of Central Michigan University with a bachelor’s degree in Political Science. Karyn resides in Lansing with her two dogs, Joplin and Hendrix, and a cat named Lola.

Karyn can be contacted at karynyoak@sinasdramis.com.

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Kitty Rohr

Legal Assistant for Attorney Mike Larkin

Kitty joined the law firm in 1983. She has more than 38 years of experience in the legal profession. Kitty lives in Okemos and enjoys spending time with family, friends, and her two cats. She also enjoys walking, reading, and attending Michigan State hockey games.

Kitty can be contacted at kittyrohr@sinasdramis.com.

Kriss Gillengerten

Kriss Gillengerten

Legal Assistant for Attorney Bryan Waldman, Attorney Lauren Kissel, and Attorney Bri Risner

Kriss joined the law firm in 2010 and has more than 23 years of experience in the legal profession. Kriss lives in Portland and enjoys spending time with her family, reading and hunting.

Kriss can be contacted at krissgillengerten@sinasdramis.com.

Nancy Gibson

Nancy Gibson

Legal Assistant for Attorney Stephen Sinas and Attorney Ted Larkin

Nancy joined the firm in September 1985. She graduated from Grand Ledge High School and obtained a 2-Year Secretarial Certificate from Central Michigan University. Her career in the legal profession first began in 1975. Nancy is a devoted Michigan State hockey fan and seldom misses an opportunity to travel to away games.

Unsung Legal Hero” – Michigan Lawyer’s Weekly, 2017

Nancy can be contacted at nancygibson@sinasdramis.com.

Adam Fisher

Adam Fisher

Digital Marketing Director

Adam joined the firm in 2021. Adam comes to Sinas Dramis after spending several years working for WLNS-TV in Lansing, Michigan, where he held roles as a Producer, Executive Producer, and Director of Digital Content. Adam received his Bachelor’s degree from Central Michigan University. When not working he enjoys spending time watching and officiating sports, or with his wife, daughter, and their two dogs. Adam takes great pride, in his title of “Co-Champion”, during the 2023 firm holiday party games, which he dominated with attorney Jim Graves!

Adam can be contacted at adamfisher@sinasdramis.com.

Alisha Spencer

Alisha Spencer

Systems & Marketing Technologist

Alisha joined the firm in 2004, bringing with her the small business management skills she obtained while attending Davenport University. She helps oversee the firm’s technology, equipment and logistical operations, and works closely with the firm’s marketing & communications department. Alisha donates much of her free time to coordinating and volunteering with a number of locally-based non-profit organizations.

Unsung Legal Hero” – Michigan Lawyer’s Weekly, 2018

Alisha can be contacted at alishaspencer@sinasdramis.com.

Brenda Gallagher

Brenda Gallagher

Receptionist

Brenda joined the law firm in 2008. Brenda lives in Eaton Rapids and enjoys playing softball, volleyball and spending time with friends and family.

Brenda can be contacted at brendagallagher@sinasdramis.com.

Debi Lampron

Debi Lampron

File Clerk

Debi lives in Perry and loves spending time with her children, grandchildren, and her cat, Clancey. She enjoys reading, learning how to quilt, and gardening.

Deb can be contacted at debralampron@sinasdramis.com.

Darla Hann

Darla Hahn

Financial Operations Manager

Darla joined the firm in 2005 and has more than 30 years of accounting experience. She has two adult sons, enjoys reading and admits to being a “cruisaholic.”

Darla can be contacted at darlahahn@sinasdramis.com.

Jon Kelley

Intake Coordinator 

Jon joined the firm as an Intake Coordinator in January 2023.  He has a Bachelor of Philosophy from the University of Michigan-Flint and a Juris Doctor from the University of Michigan Law School.

Jon can be contacted at Jonkelley@sinasdramis.com.

Jenny Smith

Jenny Smith

Director of Business Operations & Human Resources

Jenny joined the firm in 2016 as a Human Resource Consultant. In 2019, Jenny joined the firm full-time as Director of Human Resources. She has a Bachelor of Business Administration in Human Resources degree from Central Michigan University. She continued her education at her alma mater, earning a master’s degree of Science Administration in Leadership. Jenny enjoys spending time with her family at their cottage, reading, and never fails to jump at the opportunity to travel.

Jenny can be contacted at jennysmith@sinasdramis.com.

Kaleb Riley

Kaleb Riley

Facilities & Supply Coordinator

Kaleb is responsible for the Sinas Dramis building and property maintenance, as well as office supplies. Kaleb is originally from Westphalia.

Kaleb can be contacted at kalebriley@sinasdramis.com.

Law Clerks

Stephanie Leavens – Lansing Office

Shannon McKenna – Metro Detroit Office

Sarah Sanders – Lansing Office