Current company CMDA Law
Law Practice · 88 employees · Founded 1965 · Livonia, Michigan, United States
CMDA Law (Cummings, McClorey, Davis & Acho PLC) provides cost-conscious, high-quality legal counsel to municipalities, businesses, insurers, and individuals across Michigan, California, Illinois, New York, and Missouri.
Founded in 1965, CMDA has established itself as a trusted legal institution, delivering practical, timely, and efficient legal solutions across core areas including municipal law, insurance defense, litigation, HOA and condominium law, business and corporate law, real estate, elder law, estate planning, employment and labor law, transactional law, law enforcement defense and litigation, intellectual property, appeals, family law, and more. The firm is particularly recognized for its strength in litigation and public sector representation, advising clients on governance, compliance, risk management, and complex legal matters.
CMDA brings deep institutional knowledge, including early involvement in the development of the Michigan Municipal Risk Management Authority (MMRMA)—reflecting a longstanding understanding of public sector operations, risk structures, and the evolving needs of municipalities and public entities.
The firm’s commitment to delivering exceptional legal work in a cost-effective manner has earned the trust of clients, courts, and peers throughout the legal community.
CMDA has also developed a reputation as a “judge-maker,” with multiple attorneys going on to serve in judicial appointments—an uncommon distinction that reflects the firm’s depth of talent, professional rigor, and standing within the legal system.
CMDA’s culture is defined by longevity and consistency, with many attorneys and staff building decades-long careers at the firm—reinforcing its identity not simply as a law firm, but as a durable institution grounded in trust, experience, and professional excellence.
For individuals and organizations seeking experienced, cost-conscious counsel with proven litigation strength and institutional insight, CMDA delivers.