About

The Firm

Evan Ficaj (pronounced Fitz-Eye) created the Evan Ficaj Law Firm PLLC to make dreams a reality and to guide clients in reaching their full potential. We empower Michigan’s ambitious entrepreneurs with personalized legal solutions and fuel their success through our unwavering commitment to excellence. Talent and innovation from individuals, artists, entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses can change the world, and we are excited to help you every step of the way. When you choose the Evan Ficaj Law Firm, you can count on representation and counseling guided by the following principles:

Efficiency

Your first consultation is dedicated to understanding your dream result. By starting at the end and fully understanding the big picture, we can work together to plan, analyze, and accomplish your goals more efficiently. Additionally, this law firm leverages the latest technology throughout our representation. You can expect effortless online appointment booking, online payments, e-signatures, and more to save you precious time and money.

Security

One of the fundamental goals of our representation is creating and executing strategies aimed at providing you with long-term protection. We also emphasize the importance of using secure methods of communication and data privacy best practices. The best time to implement these strategies is before a problem ever arises, which will help prevent many legal issues later. However, some issues are unavoidable or unforeseeable. We will fight to protect you or your business if these issues occur.

Loyalty

We aim to earn your fundamental trust through high performance with high integrity. Your best interests are front and center throughout our representation, and we are genuinely committed to maximizing your success. Our commitment to your success requires that we provide you with full and frank advice, even when this advice may be challenging to handle. You are entitled to the very best representation that we can give, and we will do everything in our power to catapult you forward.

Collaboration

The most effective representation occurs when you collaborate with us on your matter. You know your circumstances and what works best for you more than anyone else. You might even be the expert on an issue. Our job is to provide you with strategies we think are most likely to accomplish your goals, then empower you to make the best decision. Doing so requires a deep understanding of your unique circumstances. We want to hear how we can best engage with you moving forward, and we hope this collaboration creates a long-lasting, mutually beneficial relationship.

Value

Although many people claim “time is money,” truly nothing is as valuable as your time. It is critical that you feel working with this firm is time well-spent. We aim to provide an exceptional experience that is worthwhile to you as a client from start to finish. Whether it is helping you solve a problem, empowering you to achieve more, or better preparing you for the future – we are absolutely committed to providing you value.

Evan Ficaj

Evan Ficaj (pronounced Fitz–Eye) is an attorney who deeply understands the aspirations and challenges faced by artists, entrepreneurs, and small business owners. Drawing from a rich background in business and corporate law, contracts, entertainment, finance, estate planning, technology, public relations, and management, Evan is a powerful asset to those ready to make a significant impact.

Before starting the Evan Ficaj Law Firm, Evan served as an Attorney Advisor for the US Small Business Administration on over 4,000 small business loans from all 50 states plus DC, Puerto Rico, and Guam. His expertise in business and corporate law, loan compliance, and closing requirements provided valuable assistance to small businesses in need of funding during national disasters.

In the realm of entertainment, Evan has a wide range of experience in performing, managing, and coordinating events at prestigious venues such as the EMU Convocation Center, Hart Plaza, Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center, Cobo Center, DeVos Place, Pease Auditorium, Jack Roth Stadium Club, Necto, Elektricity, and more. Evan’s knack for securing media sponsorships and appearances has led to notable placements on Fox 2 News, WXYZ-TV Channel 7, 94.7FM WCSX, 102.9FM W4 Country, 1050AM WTKA, MLive, Crain’s Detroit Business, Livingston Daily, Eastern Echo, and 89.1FM WEMU.

Today, Evan dedicates his ambition, ingenuity, and innovative solutions to ensure the utmost success for his clients. He works with businesses, nonprofits, schools, student organizations, and individuals and is committed to guiding them toward ongoing growth and prosperity. Evan would be honored to discuss your definition of success and how he can help you make your dream a reality.

Bar Admission

Admitted to the State Bar of Michigan

Education

Wayne State University Law School
- Juris Doctor, cum laude
- President’s Scholar Award Scholarship
Eastern Michigan University
- Bachelor of Science, summa cum laude
- Highest Honors, University Honors, and Departmental Honors (achieved by 0.0005%)

What Our Clients Say About Us

     Excellent  
     Based on 22 reviews 
    
 
 
   
 
 
         Jeff Della Mora 
 February 16, 2024
 
 
  So glad to have been able to connect with Evan. Highly recommend to anyone seeking help starting a LLC. Very professional with business and corporate law. His flexible schedule and business knowledge was extremely helpful. Best person by far when it comes to writing a contract and I’ve dealt with a lot of different firms
  
 
        Nishani Jayawardena 
 February 15, 2024
 
 
  My practice, Nava Therapy has been working with Evan at Ficaj Law Firm for a few months now and I am impressed. He's reliable, flexible, and knows his stuff when it comes to business related law. Evan goes the extra mile to support my therapy practice, doing thorough research and providing valuable assistance. I highly recommend him for his dedication and expertise.
  
 
        Cameron Wasacz 
 January 19, 2024
 
 
  Evan Ficaj has been instrumental to our business & our success in the future. He has helped us through many hurdles in our legal spaces, and continues to help solve our challenges.

Patience, timeliness, and dedication to details are extremely important when dealing in business contracts. I feel absolutely safe when Evan is in our corner; reading the fine print, ensuring the terms are in our favor. Evan gives us an advantage other companies do not have

Thank you for all you’ve done and helped us with!
  
 
        Cole Greve 
 January 11, 2024
 
 
  He’s a great lawyer very knowledgeable and easy to work with
  
 
        wayne beach 
 January 10, 2024
 
 
  Wonderful human to work with and always manages to get things done in a timely manner! 110% recommend!
  
 
        Andrew Martin 
 January 10, 2024
 
 
  Evan has been of monumental importance in structuring our Business. He's been extremely prompt and flexible to make sure our needs were met. He has helped us build a strong foundation and would highly recommend Evan for your projects. He formed our Multi member LLC operating agreement as well as helped us in many contract negotiations, every time he done us right!
  
 
        david fisher 
 January 3, 2024
 
 
  Great business always gets it done. Very professional and helpful in every situation. Thanks Evan Ficaj law firm
  
 
        Aaron Weidner 
 January 3, 2024
 
 
  I highly recommend Evan Ficaj to anyone seeking legal expertise in the music and entertainment industry. As the legal backbone for our music festival, Evan Ficaj has been instrumental in navigating the complexities of contracts, licensing, and negotiations. His responsiveness is impeccable – always quick to reply, yet thorough in his research and responses, ensuring informed and effective solutions.

What stands out most is the reassurance that we are well taken care of makes things a lot less stressful. Evan's contributions have been a crucial factor in the ongoing success of our festival, showcasing his deep understanding and proficiency in business and corporate law, contract law, and entertainment law really provides peace of mind.

Evan's approach to legal counsel balances professionalism with a relaxed demeanor, making interactions both effective and pleasant. IMHO he has passion for live music and an eagerness to collaborate is evident, adding a personal touch that differentiates his services.

In short, Evan is a top choice for anyone in the entertainment sector seeking knowledgeable, professional, and enthusiastic legal representation.
  
 
        Kat Fisher 
 January 3, 2024
 
 
  Legal issues are often stressful and complicated, but Evan has way of simplifying the entire process and explaining everything in a way that is very easy to understand - I certainly recommend him to anyone looking for legal services
  
 
        scott lehmkuhle 
 December 27, 2023
 
 
  Evan helped me understand contacts down to every meaning in each word.
Every detail he made sure we covered.
11/10
Highly recommend to a friend.

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