Robert V. Parenti

Robert Parenti, a trial lawyer for over fifty (50) years, became interested in writing after his discovery of letters written in 1943-44 as a young soldier from the battlefields of Europe. The recipient was his sweetheart, Laurie, who saved the letters which were to become the inspiration and foundation for his recently published book, “A Story of Love and War”.

He was born in Chicago, IL, on April 19, 1925 and has lived in Stuart, Florida, raised in Kenosha, Wisconsin. He entered military service in 1943 upon graduation from high school and served in the Army in France, Holland, Belgium, and the Battle of the Bulge. He received the French Legion of Honor Medal for his service there.

Upon his return from Europe he married Laurie Sullivan of Grosse Pointe, Michigan, whom he had met during his military service. He began to raise a family and completed his education on the “G.I. bill”, a program offered to returning veterans for financing their interrupted educational opportunities. In 1951 he graduated from the Detroit College of Law, now merged with Michigan State University and was admitted to the practice of law in Pontiac, Michigan. He was admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court in 1958.

In 1965 he was elected President of the Oakland County Bar Association and to the Board of the State Bar of Michigan in 1978. He was appointed chairman of the Oakland County Selective Service System by President Lyndon Johnson and served for ten (10) years on that board. He served on numerous civic and veteran’s organizations and represented various corporate and municipal entities during his tenure. He was admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court in 1958.

In 1978 he was admitted to the Florida Bar and admitted to practice before the Florida Supreme Court.

In 1980 he opened an office in Stuart, Florida. In 1985 he joined Willie Gary and Lorenzo Williams, noted Florida trial attorneys, and formed the litigation law firm of Gary, Williams & Parenti and, for the next twenty (20) years engaged in multiple jury trials throughout the country.

Practice Areas

  • Civil trial practice

Experience

  • Joined firm, 1985
  • Partner: Reese & Parenti, P.A. Pontiac, Michigan
  • Partner: Parenti, Treinen, Breenlees & Bunting, Lake Orion
  • Municipal Attorney, City of Orchard Lake, MI 1970-1985
  • Municipal Attorney, Lake Orion School Dist., 1970-1985
  • Board of Directors & General Counsel – Oxford Bank, Oxford, MI
  • State Board of Bar Commissioners, 1975-1979
  • Chairman, U.S. Selective Services Board, Pontiac, MI
  • President, Oakland County Michigan Bar Association, 1965-1966
  • U.S. Army, 1943-1946

Education

  • J.D., Michigan State University Law School, 1951
  • B.S., University of Detroit

Bar & Court Admissions

  • Michigan Bar, 1951
  • Supreme Court of Michigan 1951
  • Florida Bar, 1978
  • Supreme Court of Florida, 1978
  • U.S. Supreme Court, 1978

Professional Involvement

  • Florida Bar, Practice & Trial Lawyers Association
  • American Board of Trial Advocates
  • Martin County (Florida) Bar Association
  • Oakland County (Michigan) Bar Association

Admitted

  • Michigan, 1951 Florida, 1978

Articles

Community Involvement

  • St. Lucie Power Squadron, Law Officer, 1991-1995
  • Board of Directors, Chapman School of Seamanship, 1993-1995

Testimonials

  • Everything was handled so well and felt so easy, although I know it’s not an easy process. From the very beginning Ricky gave me everything I needed with regards to insurance information and getting help from a chiropractor. Ricky made it a point to check in on me periodically and keep me posted on the progress of the case. I was very happy with the resolution. When anyone asks me if I know a lawyer I give them Ricky’s name. Thank you so much!

    Cassandra N.
  • I heard about Ricky through a friend. When I first got his number, I called right away and he was very helpful the whole time. If I had to give him a rating from 1 to 100, I would give him 100! Rick was very respectful, someone that is easy to talk to and relate to. I didn’t have to call, he always kept me informed and everything was right on. I highly recommend him. I feel grateful.

    Temecia O.
  • I was referred to Ricky Armand through a mutual acquaintance. I was overly happy with the resolution. Ricky was always easy to reach and he answered all my questions. As far as the case, I feel it was handled very well. I would definitely refer him to someone else, it was high quality work. I can’t think of anything that could have been improved upon. Ricky and everyone at the firm treated me top rate right from the start.

    Ralph B.
  • I chose the firm, and to work with Ricky in particular because I wanted someone with integrity, character and good standing in the community. I wanted to know that I could trust them and believe that they had my best interest at hand.  They performed above my expectations in all areas.  I felt that their consultations with me went beyond being a client and more like a family member.  The communication was frequent, and it was clear to me that they cared about justice and helping me during this very difficult circumstance.  I highly recommend Ricky, he did everything possible for my case, and I was very happy with the resolution.

    Cameron T.
  • Ricky Armand represented me. From the very beginning Ricky showed he was very professional, asking me all of the questions about the case to get a very clear picture. He helped me understand my options and kept me informed all the time. He would call or text me whenever there was an update, and if he was busy when I called, he would get back to me right away. I was very happy with the resolution and how Ricky handled everything from dealing with the insurance company to the results he was able to negotiate. I would highly recommend Ricky to anyone else that needs legal representation.

    Michael B.
  • Nick Voglio was great. He was wonderful. He got to the point and got the job done.

    Anonymous
  • Nick Voglio was quite wonderful. Every time I spoke with him he made sure I understood what was going on with my case. He was very pleasant.

    Veronica O.
  • Ricky's enthusiasm, passion, and level professionalism were second to none. What I love about the entire office is that it exudes a level of Excellence that I have not experienced before. I highly recommend Ricky and the firm to anyone, and 100% valid in my experience, more than words can express. Sometimes you don't see all the hard work behind the scenes and only see the end result, but Ricky shared with me case law and everything he had to file to get the results he did. He went above and beyond and provided full disclosure, I truly got everything I could ask for from my attorney and believe that to get the settlement he did, Ricky managed to squeeze lemonade out of a rotten apple. I hope I don't need any other attorney, but if I do, I will call Ricky and refer him, which is a big deal for me because I take referrals very seriously since my name is also on it.

    Emmanual B.
  • At a point when perhaps the most significant event in my life happened (a life altering crash that left me permanently injured and completely vulnerable), I could not have been in better hands personally, emotionally, mentally and legally than with the help of Nick Voglio and the team at Willie Gary Law. When you are literally on your back with no idea what happened and what is going to happen next in your life and have tremendous anxiety and concerns about your current and future injuries, overall health, mental state, legal position and financial life, there is no better team to depend on.

    Jeff S.
  • Nicholas J. Voglio was so very helpful to my daughter and I. Mr. Voglio not only showed compassion but I believe he truly cared about our feelings and outcome of our case. I also know that the staff, especially Samantha made us feel like family and that is so important.

    Patricia S.

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