Deborah A. Hebert

Deborah A. Hebert

Collins Einhorn Farrell PC • Southfield, MI
InsuranceMedical MalpracticePersonal Injury

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Contact

Email
Phone
(248) 368-0420
Address
4000 Town Center, Southfield, MI, 48075-1473, US

Professional

About

Deborah A. Hebert is a highly experienced attorney based in Southfield, MI, at Collins Einhorn Farrell PC, where she specializes in insurance law, medical malpractice, and personal injury. With over 30 years of legal expertise, Deborah has established herself as a formidable appellate specialist, having successfully served as lead counsel in hundreds of appeals across both state and federal courts. Her extensive practice encompasses a diverse range of areas, including product liability, civil rights discrimination, and professional liability. Deborah's legal journey began with a judicial clerkship at the Michigan Court of Appeals under the Hon. Michael J. Kelly, which laid the foundation for her distinguished career. In the early 1990s, she developed a strong focus on insurance coverage law, dedicating a significant portion of her practice to crafting coverage opinions and litigating declaratory judgment actions. A passionate advocate for the legal profession, Deborah played a pivotal role in establishing the Appellate Practice Section of the Michigan State Bar and was its Founding Chair in 1995. Her commitment to advancing the field of law continued with her involvement in forming the Insurance and Indemnity Law Section of the Michigan State Bar twelve years later. Deborah A. Hebert's unwavering dedication to her clients and her contributions to the legal community make her a respected figure in the Michigan legal landscape.

About Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys handle disputes between policyholders and insurance companies. They fight for fair claim settlements and represent clients in bad faith cases. Common matters include denied claims, bad faith insurance, coverage disputes, policy interpretation.

Credentials

Education
1981 University of Detroit School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1977 Michigan State University MA - Masters 1974 Michigan State University BA - Bachelor of Arts

Recognition & Involvement

Awards
2017 Listed Top Lawyer, Appellate Law (2010-2013, 2015-2017), dbusiness 2017 Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers 2016 Super Lawyers™, Appellate (2006-2016), Super Lawyers 2016 Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers 2015 Best Lawyer, Best Lawyers
Publications
2015 Claims Magazine (September 2015) 5 Ways Claims Managers Can Prepare for Depositions (co-author) 2009 Michigan Lawyer’s Weekly (February 23, 2009) Who’s on First: the Riddle of Multiple Insurance Policies and Construction Injuries 1998 Laches, a publication of the Oakland County Bar Association Use of a Motor Vehicle Operator's Blood Alcohol Content in a Civil Case 1994 News Briefs, a publication of the Michigan Defense Trail Counsel How to Use the Architects and Contractors Statute of Repose for Product Liability Claims N/A Michigan Insurance Law & Practice (ICLE, 2d Ed) Commercial General Liability Insurance Chapter
Associations
State Bar of Michigan Member Defense Research Institute Member Michigan Defense Trial Counsel Member State Bar of Michigan, Insurance and Indemnity Law Section Member, past Council Member State Bar of Michigan, Appellate Practice Section Member (Past Chair, Treasurer, Council Member)
Updated: Mar 25, 2026