Payment Portal

Kerr Russell
  • About
  • Professionals
  • Legal Services
  • Insights & News
  • Careers
  • Contact
  • 简体中文
  • Contact Us

Mark C. Knoth

Member

T 313-961-0200 F 313-961-0388

Email Linkedin VCARD
Overview Credentials Insights & News
Overview
  • Overview
  • Credentials
  • Insights & News
View All Attorneys

overview

Mark C. Knoth has over 20 years of experience representing employers in a wide range of employment and labor law matters.

Practice Areas

Automotive

Labor, Employment, Employee Benefits and ERISA

Bio

Mark chairs the firm’s Labor, Employment, Employee Benefits & ERISA Practice Group. On a daily basis, Mark counsels and advises business owners, managers and human resources professionals on workplace issues including civil rights and anti-discrimination laws; employee discipline; wage and hour; overtime; employee leaves; reasonable accommodations; veterans issues; picketing; secondary boycotts; reductions in force; drug testing; unemployment compensation; affirmative action; and union organizing campaigns, among other matters. He additionally drafts employee policies, handbooks, contracts, and covenants not to compete, and investigates threats of violence, allegations of harassment, and other employee misconduct.

Mark has successfully represented employers in hearings, trials, and appeals in federal and state courts on a variety of employment law claims including, race, sex and national origin cases alleging discrimination, retaliation and harassment under Title VII; disability and failure to accommodate claims under the ADA; age discrimination claims under the ADEA; retaliation and failure to reinstate claims under the FMLA; claims alleging failure to pay wages and overtime under the FLSA; employee benefit claims under ERISA; breach of covenants not to compete claims; wrongful termination claims and numerous other State and Federal claims.  A number of cases Mark has successfully handled have become published cases.

Mark represents employers in investigations conducted by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Michigan Department of Civil Rights, the Michigan and U.S. Departments of Labor, and the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs. As a special mediator for the EEOC, Mark facilitates the resolution of charges of discrimination brought against employers.

Mark’s broad range of experience also includes traditional labor relations matters such as negotiating collective bargaining agreements, trying discharge and contract interpretation grievances in labor arbitration, and he appears before the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and the Michigan Employment Relations Commission at unit clarification hearings and union certification elections, and unfair labor practice proceedings.

Mark frequently speaks to employer groups, and trains human resources managers on a variety of employment-related legal topics. He also writes on subjects related to his practice and is a contributing editor to a nationally recognized publication. Mark is conversational in German.

Mark was named to The Best Lawyers in America© for more than five years in the management side of employment law. He also has been named a Michigan “Super Lawyer” in Business Litigation for four years and maintains the Martindale-Hubbell AV rating, reflecting preeminence in his legal ability and ethical standards. Mark has also received an Excellent rating through Avvo.com. Mark was also selected by DBusiness Magazine as one of Detroit’s Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit for Labor and Employment Law for 2015.

credentials

Affiliations

  • Michigan State Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section
  • Oakland County Bar Association
  • American Bar Association, Labor and Employment Law Section
  • Society of Human Resources Management (SHRM)
  • Northville Educational Foundation, Board Member
  • Defense Research Institute (DRI)

Bar and Court Admissions

  • Michigan
  • United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan
  • United States District Court for the Western District of Michigan
  • United States District Court for the Northern District of Iowa
  • United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio
  • United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
  • United States District Court for the Northern District of Georgia
  • United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit

Education

  • University of Detroit School of Law, J.D.
    • Michigan Business Law Journal
  • Michigan State University, James Madison College, B.A

Insights & News

August 18, 2022

Kerr Russell Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers in America© 2023 and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch

Eighteen Kerr Russell members were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2023. Notably, fourteen of the named attorneys have been listed in The Best Lawyers in America for more than five years.

August 12, 2022

Kerr Russell Attorneys Named 2022 Michigan Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Eleven Kerr Russell members have been included among the 2022 Michigan Super Lawyers.

January 13, 2022

Implementation of OSHA Private Employer Vaccine or Test Emergency Temporary Standard Stayed by U.S. Supreme Court

Private employers with more than 100 employees are breathing a sigh of relief this afternoon following the U.S. Supreme Court's decision staying implementation of the OSHA Private Employer Vaccine or Test Emergency Temporary Standard (Private Employer ETS). 

November 5, 2021

Is Your Facility Covered by OSHA's New ETS?

On September 9, 2021, the White House’s “Path Out of the Pandemic: President Biden’s COVID-19 Action Plan,” directed the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to issue an Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) requiring all employers with 100 or more employees to ensure their workforce is fully vaccinated or to require testing of any workers who remain unvaccinated.

September 13, 2021

Upcoming Webinar - Return to Work: Laws Regarding Vaccines

Labor and Employment attorney Mark Knoth will be presenting a webinar on Thursday, October 7, 2021 from noon-1:00 PM EDT. This webinar will discuss the latest return to work guidelines and laws regarding vaccines in the workplace.

August 19, 2021

Kerr Russell Attorneys Named to 2022 Best Lawyers® List

Kerr Russell is pleased to announce that 17 lawyers have been included in the 2022 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America.

August 5, 2021

Are Masks Back?

Guidance for Michigan employers concerning the CDC’s new mask recommendations On July 27, 2021, the CDC reversed course from its previous guidance and issued a recommendation that everyone, including fully vaccinated individuals, wear masks in public indoor settings in areas of substantial or high transmission.

May 25, 2021

MIOSHA Announces New Workplace Rules

Following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) new mask guidance and Michigan’s Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) May 15th Order modifying mask guidance, Michigan employers have struggled with how to reconcile the Order and CDC guidance with the Emergency Rules set by Michigan’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA), which, up until today, required all employees to wear masks in the workplace.

May 14, 2021

Mask or No Mask? CDC’s New Mask Guidance

On Thursday, May 13, 2021, the CDC issued a new mask guidance.  Effective immediately, individuals who have been fully vaccinated may resume activities without wearing masks or physically distancing, except where required by federal, state, local, tribal, or territorial laws, rules and regulations, including local business and workplace guidance. 

January 8, 2021

What Employers Should Know About COVID-19 Vaccine Policies

With the COVID-19 vaccine anticipated to become available to the general public in 2021, many Michigan employers are questioning how they should proceed with requiring vaccinations.

November 16, 2020

22 Kerr Russell Attorneys Recognized as DBusiness 2021 Top Lawyers

A total of 22 lawyers from Kerr Russell are named as DBusiness Magazine 2021 Top Lawyers. The attorneys are selected through a peer review process.  DBusiness polled more than 18,000 attorneys across Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, and Livingston Counties. 

October 22, 2020

Virtual Event: Labor and employment law in Michigan: 2020 challenges and beyond

Attorney Mark Knoth will join a panel of leading labor and employment attorneys to discuss industry trends and challenges surfacing in Michigan on Thursday, October 28, 2020 at 11 AM EST hosted by Thomson Reuters. 

October 20, 2020

Webinar: COVID-19 and Reductions in the Workforce

Labor and Employment attorney Mark Knoth recently presented on Reductions in Workforce as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The webinar was hosted by Corp! Magazine and can be viewed HERE.

October 6, 2020

“Now What?”: Supreme Court’s COVID-19 Executive Order Decision

Kerr Russell, as of the date of this publication, is informing clients and friends of the firm that they are legally obligated to continue to comply with applicable COVID-19 workplace safety standards and valid state and local public health department orders, notwithstanding the Michigan Supreme Court’s opinion of October 2, 2020 invalidating the Governor’s COVID-19 Executive Orders. 

September 28, 2020

COBRA Election Notices and Other Deadlines Remain Extended

The U.S. Department of Labor and U.S. Department of Treasury issued joint guidance extending certain COBRA election, premium payment and appeal deadlines during the COVID-19 outbreak.

September 21, 2020

Employment Policies on COVID-19 Vaccine Policies

As clinical trials for a COVID-19 vaccine progress, many employers are asking whether they will be able to require their employees to be vaccinated as a condition of employment once a vaccine becomes available.

September 18, 2020

Kerr Russell Attorneys Named 2020 Michigan Super Lawyers and Rising Stars

Super Lawyers named 11 Kerr Russell members to the list of 2020 Michigan Super Lawyers and included four Kerr Russell attorneys on the list of 2020 Michigan Rising Stars.

September 10, 2020

Upcoming Webinar: COVID-19 and Reductions in Work Force

Labor attorney Mark Knoth will be presenting a webinar on Thursday, October 15, 2020 from noon-1:00 PM EDT hosted by Corp! Magazine. Mark will cover how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the staffing needs of businesses differently. 

September 4, 2020

Payroll Tax Deferral

On August 8, 2020, President Trump issued a memorandum (the “Memorandum”) to defer the 6.2% employees’ portion of Social Security taxes from September 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020.

August 20, 2020

Kerr Russell Attorneys Recognized by Best Lawyers in America© 2021 and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch

Seventeen Kerr Russell members were recently selected by their peers for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2021. Notably, twelve of the named attorneys have been listed in The Best Lawyers in America for more than five years.

August 13, 2020

President Trump Issues Presidential Memorandum Authorizing Payroll Tax Deferral

On August 8, 2020 President Trump issued a Presidential Memorandum on deferring payroll tax.

June 29, 2020

Travel Recommendations for Summer 2020

Given that the previous few months have been filled with quarantine, shelter in place, and stay at home orders, the desire to travel over the upcoming summer months has perhaps never been greater. 

June 3, 2020

Michigan Stay-At-Home Order Rescinded

On June 1, 2020, Governor Whitmer issued Executive Order 2020-110 (“Order”). The Order is effective immediately with certain provisions effective on June 4 and June 8. The Order rescinds Executive Order 2020-92, the latest version of the stay safe, stay at home order.

April 28, 2020

PPP Receives Additional Funding but Problems Persist

On April 24, 2020, the president signed into law the fourth in a series of bills to address the public health and economic crisis caused by COVID-19. The Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act (PPPHCE Act) provides additional funding for the recently exhausted CARES Act Paycheck Protection Program.

April 27, 2020

Michigan Extends Stay Home Requirement - Some Activities Allowed to Resume

On April 24, 2020, Governor Whitmer issued Executive Order 2020-59 (“Order”). The Order is effective immediately with certain limited provisions effective on April 26. The Order continues through May 15, 2020 at 11:59 pm, unless modified. Executive Order 2020-60 was also issued and adds temporary safety measures for food-selling establishments and pharmacies

April 14, 2020

Kerr Russell's Support for Manufacturers Highlighted with Michigan Manufacturers Association

Mark C. Knoth was interviewed by the Michigan Manufacturers Association (MMA). He discusses how Kerr Russell is well-suited for the manufacturing sector. The full article can be found on page 10 HERE.

April 13, 2020

Business Insights for Michigan's Stay at Home Order Extension

On April 9, 2020, Governor Whitmer issued Executive Order 2020-42 (“Order”). The Order takes effect on that date at 11:59 pm and continues through April 30, 2020 at 11:59 pm, unless modified.

April 1, 2020

Paid Leave Coverage Update

The US Department of Labor recently clarified that employees laid off or furloughed due to lack of work and “stay at home” orders are not entitled to receive paid leave benefits under the new Emergency Paid Leave Act or the Emergency Family Medical Leave Act Expansion.

March 30, 2020

Emergency Orders Requiring COVID-19 Screenings and Social Distancing Plans

Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne Counties follow Governor Whitmer in issuing Emergency Orders requiring COVID-19 screenings. They also implement social distancing plans for essential business workers.

March 27, 2020

COVID-19 Employer Guidance: How to Navigate the Most Common Challenges

Kerr Russell attorneys and Qualified Staffing hosted a webinar discussing the impact of COVID-19 0n employers. The webinar, which can be heard HERE, focused on employment law policies directly relating to COVID-19.

March 24, 2020

How the Stay Home, Stay Safe Order May Affect Your Business

On March 23, 2020, Governor Whitmer issued Executive Order 2020-21 (“Order”). The Order took effect March 24, at 12:01 am and continues through April 13, 2020 at 11:59 pm. It requires residents to stay in their homes other than for exempted activities. These exemptions include work under very limited circumstances.

March 24, 2020

Kerr Russell Webinar on COVID-19 Guidance for Employers

Join us for an exclusive discussion regarding the impact of COVID-19 on employers. The webinar is Thursday, March 26, 2020 at 2:00 pm EDT.

March 18, 2020

Paid Leave under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act

As previously discussed, the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides up to twelve weeks unpaid leave in a twelve-month period and the guarantee of continued employment following leave. However, FMLA does not provide paid leave and Michigan currently has no paid leave statute.

March 18, 2020

Michigan Employment Security Act EO Amendment

First tangible benefit issued to employees in Michigan. Michigan's Governor expands entitlement of employees to collect unemployment benefits by suspending the Voluntary Leave disqualification provisions of the Unemployment Act and extending the period of benefit coverage.

March 17, 2020

Coronavirus/COVID-19 Business Continuity:  A Message to Our Community, Clients and Friends

Kerr Russell is committed to its community, clients and people. As the world navigates through the impact of COVID-19 (coronavirus), we want to assure you that Kerr Russell is committed to supporting our community, clients and people as effectively as we have through every other crisis our Nation has encountered over our firm’s nearly 150-year history. Our firm is fully operational: We have made sure that our lawyers and staff are able to safely and effectively serve our clients’ needs and continue operations on an uninterrupted basis. Most of our people

March 17, 2020

Employer Obligations Arising from COVID-19 (Part 2)

As of March 17, 2020, Michigan has announced 54 presumptive positive cases of COVID-19. There are more than 30 test results pending, and almost 400 individuals are being monitored for assessment purposes.

March 16, 2020

Families First Coronavirus Response Act

Affected Employers may qualify for certain benefits. On the morning of Saturday, March 14, 2020, the United States House of Representatives passed H.R. 6201: Families First Coronavirus Response Act, an emergency rescue package designed to respond to the economic impact of the coronavirus epidemic.

March 16, 2020

COVID-19 Outbreak Prompts Flexibility in Unemployment Insurance Benefits

The U.S. Department of Labor on Friday, March 12, 2020 issued a guideline outlining the potential ways that states can administer their unemployment insurance programs to provide the greatest assistance to those Americans who have been affected by the COVID-19 outbreak.

March 16, 2020

IRS Relaxes Health Plan Rules to Combat COVID 19

The IRS is taking steps to respond to the COVID 19 virus. Additional steps and guidance are expected.

March 13, 2020

Executive Order 2020-5 and Private Employers

On March 13, 2020, Governor Gretchen Whitmer executed Executive Order 2020-5. The Executive Order prohibits all assemblages within the state of Michigan of more than 250 people in a single shared space beginning on Friday, March 13 at 5:00pm and ending on Sunday, April 5 at 5:00pm. A “single shared space” includes but is not limited to a “room, hall, cafeteria, auditorium, theater, or gallery.” A willful violation of the Executive Order constitutes a misdemeanor under Michigan law.

March 13, 2020

Responding to Employee Concerns About Coronavirus/COVID-19 (Part 1)

On March 10, 2020 the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services announced the first positive tests for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) in the State of Michigan. Unfortunately, due to the contagious nature of COVID-19, it is likely that the virus will spread to others within the State and begin to affect Michigan workplaces.

November 15, 2019

19 Kerr Russell Attorneys Recognized as DBusiness Top Lawyers for 2020

A total of 19 lawyers from Kerr Russell are named as dBusiness Magazine 2020 Top Lawyers. The attorneys are selected through a peer review process.  dBusiness polled 19,000 attorneys across Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, and Livingston Counties.

October 30, 2019

Kerr Russell Attorneys Discuss Legal Issues for Nonprofits at MICPA Event

On October 28, 2019, employment and labor attorney Mark Knoth and tax attorney John Gatti participated in a panel for the Michigan Association of CPAs (MICPA).

October 3, 2019

Mark Knoth Explains the Department of Labor Revised Overtime Rule

Effective on January 1, 2020, U.S. companies will have to comply with the revised Federal overtime rule which is expected to increase the number of employees who are entitled to receive overtime pay.

September 3, 2019

15 Kerr Russell Attorneys Recognized on the 2019 Michigan Super Lawyers List

A total of 15 lawyers from Kerr Russell are named as Thomson Reuters, 2019 Michigan Super Lawyers. The award is given annually to attorneys who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement.

August 29, 2019

Marijuana in the Workplace and its Impact on Company Policies

In case you missed it, here is another chance to watch the Marijuana in the Workplace webinar by Mark Knoth hosted by Corp! Magazine.

August 15, 2019

15 Lawyers From Kerr Russell Are Recognized In The Best Lawyers In America© 2020

A total of 15 lawyers from Kerr Russell are named to the prestigious 2020 Edition of the Best Lawyers in America©. The award is given annually in recognition of being named as part of the “top legal talent in the U.S.”

July 25, 2019

Kerr Russell Labor and Employment Attorney Presenting on Marijuana in the Workplace

Labor and Employment attorney, Mark C. Knoth will be presenting a webinar through Corp! Magazine and MichBusiness on "When Marijuana is legal, does our workplace policy change?"

March 25, 2019

Mark C. Knoth welcomed into the 2018-2019 class of fellows of the Oakland County Bar Foundation

Kerr Russell member Mark C. Knoth was recently welcomed as a new fellow into the Oakland County Bar Foundation. The fellows designation is The Foundation's highest honor, with less than 10 percent of the total active membership of the State Bar of Michigan who practice in Oakland County eligible for membership.

September 25, 2018

Sneak peek: Katherine Cser authors "Managing Talent in the Fluctuating Workforce" for Corp! Magazine

In Dave Carvajal’s book Hire Smart from the Start, Carvajal warns about hiring clones: “People who share values such as authenticity, integrity, and ambition may have wildly different personalities….In the absence of a clearly defined culture, organizations may default to hiring people who seem [to reflect] their leaders and will never challenge their policies and strategies.”

September 21, 2018

Kerr Russell sponsors, partners attend Metropolitan Detroit's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For 2018 event

Kerr Russell was pleased to be a silver sponsor for today’s Corp! Magazine / The Best and Brightest Programs event held at the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center, celebrating those who create innovative, engaging, inclusive work cultures. Attending on behalf of the firm: Kate McCarroll, member - immigration; Miroslava Orduno Rincon, member - immigration; and Roy Sexton, director of marketing.

September 20, 2018

Kerr Russell recognizes our 2018 dbusiness Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit honorees

Kerr Russell recognizes this year’s dbusiness Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit honorees - 21 attorneys, many for multiple practice areas.

September 20, 2018

Kiefer Foundation Awards $50,000 in Scholarships to Winners of Hands Free Driving Contest

The Kiefer Foundation announced the winners of its Hands Free Driving Contest, Wednesday, Sept. 19 in a press conference at Detroit Police Headquarters, awarding $50,000 worth of scholarships to five winners.

September 7, 2018

15 Kerr Russell attorneys recognized as 2018 Super Lawyers

Congratulations to the following attorneys who have been designated "Super Lawyers" by Thomson Reuters:

August 22, 2018

Cross-industry panel addresses "Engaging the Experienced Workforce" at Kerr Russell/OESA hosted seminar

Kerr Russell, in partnership with the Original Equipment Suppliers Association, hosted a half-day seminar "Engaging Experienced Employees" on August 22. Thank you to OESA's Ginger Juncker for her expert leadership and facilitation and to Drew Rhodes for creating this opportunity for Kerr Russell to support. 

August 15, 2018

15 lawyers from Kerr Russell were recognized in The Best Lawyers in America© 2019

A total of 15 lawyers from Kerr Russell have been named to the prestigious 2019 Edition of the Best Lawyers in America©. The award is given annually in recognition of being named as part of the “top legal talent in the U.S.”

August 7, 2018

Mark Knoth featured in Corp! Magazine article "Leaders Under Legal Scrutiny" (July/August 2018)

Mark Knoth, Kerr Russell member (labor and employment), is featured in the July/August Corp! Magazine article "Leaders Under Legal Scrutiny." Excerpt: "Knoth says there is a 50 to 55 percent chance that a sexual harassment case may be dismissed by a judge, but if it goes to trial, it can be very expensive for the company, both in terms of financial cost and bad publicity. Employee practices liability insurance may cover some costs. The increase in sexual harassment cases has legitimized the role of the human resource department and the importance of full background checks for prospective employees, Knoth notes."

July 22, 2018

Automotive Hall of Fame Gala honors Steve Kiefer and Kiefer Foundation - Mark Knoth, Kiefer Foundation board member, attends

On July 19, Kerr Russell member Mark Knoth attended The Automotive Hall of FameGala, where Steven Kiefer was honored for his groundbreaking work with The Kiefer Foundation to end distracted driving. Mark serves on the board of the Foundation. Fellow attendee Chrissie Wywrot of Chrissie Wywrot, Inc. shared this image and description on LinkedIn. With her permission, we are sharing here as well.

June 25, 2018

Kerr Russell featured as advertiser in Corp! Magazine's annual Human Resources Guide

Be on the lookout for Corp! Magazine's special edition "2018 Human Resource Guide." From the publisher: "In partnership with the Best & Brightest Companies to Work For, this issue focuses on best practices in the workplace.

May 25, 2018

Supreme Court Holds Class and Collective Action Waivers are Enforceable

On May 21, 2018, the Supreme Court issued its long-awaited decision addressing the enforceability of class or collective action waivers in employment arbitration agreements.

May 24, 2018

Michigan Civil Rights Commission Prohibits Discrimination Based on Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation

On May 21, 2018, the Michigan Civil Rights Commission (“MCRC”) voted that sex discrimination as addressed in the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act (“ELCRA”) will include discrimination on the basis of gender identity and sexual orientation.

April 23, 2018

Kerr Russell colleagues and family members spend Earth Day 2018 volunteering at Votrobeck Playground

In observance of Earth Day 2018, Kerr Russell colleagues returned to the garden at Votrobeck Playground in Detroit for spring planting and clean-up on Saturday, April 21. Thank you to Joanne Geha Swanson both for organizing the effort and for these beautiful photos - view the full album here. 

April 3, 2018

Jury in Eastern District of Michigan Awards Plaintiff $16.8 Million in Employment Lawsuit

On March 28, 2018, a federal jury in the Eastern District of Michigan reached a verdict in an employment lawsuit involving hostile work environment and retaliation claims on the basis of race and national origin.

February 22, 2018

Katherine Cser contributes "Proposed Tip-Pooling Regulation: Impact on Restaurateurs” to American Bar Association Section of Litigation, Employment and Labor Relations Law

Katherine Cser, associate (labor and employment), contributed the article “Proposed Tip-Pooling Regulation: Impact on Restaurateurs” to the American Bar Association Section of Litigation, Employment and Labor Relations Law.

February 14, 2018

Kerr Russell lunch and learn with Sterling Insurance Group

Kerr Russell hosted a lunch and learn on February 14 with Brandon Horrocks (certified risk architect), Joan Giffels, and team from Sterling Insurance Group. They facilitated a robust dialogue about assessing and mitigating client risk as well as rep and warranty issues.

January 26, 2018

Download Kerr Russell's updated firm brochure and overview of services

Kerr Russell is proud of Detroit. We are proud to have had a seat at the table here since 1874. Our exceptional attorneys understand the unique challenges facing business leaders. Our legal solutions are prompt, accurate, economical, and focused around your needs in every area. We know Michigan business like the back of our hands.

January 3, 2018

Kerr Russell highlighted in Best Lawyers - Business, Winter 2017 issue

Look for Kerr Russell attorneys and advertising (pages 92-95) in the Best Lawyers - Business, Winter 2017 issue. Earlier in 2017, a number of Kerr Russell's attorneys and practice areas were honored with U.S. News and World Report Best Lawyers recognition.

December 18, 2017

Kerr Russell team makes holiday donations to Capuchin Soup Kitchen, Wigs 4 Kids, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Ann Arbor, and Children's Hospital of Michigan

One of our traditions here at Kerr Russell is to hold a holiday raffle to benefit three local charities as well as to conduct a toy drive for local children. This year's raffle (many of the beautiful and festive prizes picture here) raised a record total of $3,450 which will be divided equally among three organizations: Capuchin Soup Kitchen, Wigs 4 Kids of Michigan, Inc., and Ronald McDonald House Charities of Ann Arbor.

December 4, 2017

Michigan Minimum Wage Increase to Take Effect on January 1, 2018

Effective January 1, 2018, Michigan’s minimum wage will increase from $8.90 per hour to $9.25 per hour. This is a scheduled increase mandated by the Workforce Opportunity Wage Act, Public Act 138 of 2014.

November 30, 2017

Merry and bright ... Kerr Russell welcomes the holiday season

It's a time to celebrate, reflect and remember. However you mark the holidays, we hope your days are filled with warmth and thankfulness, good times, and endless cheer. As another year draws to a close, we at Kerr Russell are grateful to you. You give purpose to our work and add meaning to our relationships. Your trust is a cherished gift. Enjoy these images as we get our offices ready to celebrate the holiday season. Design by Mandy Lark of Lark Interior Design.

November 16, 2017

Culture of Connection - new Kerr Russell ad to appear in Michigan Lawyers Weekly and dbusiness

Kerr Russell introduces the second ad in the new "Est. in Detroit 1874" series: "A culture of connection." The piece emphasizes the firm's 143-year presence in Detroit as part of the larger business and legal community. "We are relationship focused. We know our people and our clients are the lifeblood of our firm."

November 3, 2017

Kerr Russell launches new advertising in upcoming issues of dbusiness and Crain's Detroit

With this month's issue of dbusiness, focused on Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit, Kerr Russell launches its new brand advertising with "A Track Record of Results." Working with Identity Public Relations and Marketing, Kerr Russell's marketing team developed the creative to emphasize the firm's longstanding place in Detroit's legal and business history.

November 3, 2017

Kerr Russell recognizes this year’s dbusiness Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit honorees

Kerr Russell recognizes this year’s dbusiness Top Lawyers in Metro Detroit honorees:

November 2, 2017

Mark Knoth offers insight on "white collar" overtime exemption under Trump administration

In the latest issue of dbusiness, Mark Knoth, labor and employment partner, addresses the question: "What should businesses expect to happen with the 'white collar' overtime exemption under the Trump administration?" View the original post here.

November 1, 2017

Kerr Russell ranked in the 2018 U.S. News - Best Lawyers® "Best Law Firms" list nationally in 1 practice area and regionally in 17 practice areas

U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers, for the eighth consecutive year, announce the "Best Law Firms" rankings.

October 30, 2017

California Joins List of States and Municipalities Banning Salary Inquiries

Starting on January 1, 2018 employers with operations in California will no longer be able to seek or rely on salary information. Governor Brown recently signed Assembly Bill 168, which adds Section 432.3 to the California Labor Code.

October 5, 2017

Supreme Court to Consider FLSA Exemption for Automobile Dealerships’ Service Advisors

The Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) requires most employers to pay workers overtime for hours worked over 40 in any given week. However, the FLSA creates exceptions for workers in specific categories.

September 12, 2017

16 Kerr Russell attorneys recognized as 2017 Super Lawyers

Congratulations to the following attorneys who have been designated "Super Lawyers" by Thomson Reuters.

August 31, 2017

U.S. Office of Management and Budget initiates review and immediate stay of the government’s pay data collection process

In keeping with President Trump’s promise to cut regulations to promote business growth, on August 29, 2017, the Office of Information and Regulatory Affairs announced that the Office of Management and Budget was initiating a review and immediate stay of the government’s pay data collection process, specifically, the enforcement of an Obama-era rule which revised EEO-1 reports.

August 21, 2017

17 lawyers from Kerr Russell were recognized in The Best Lawyers in America© 2018

A total of 17 lawyers from Kerr Russell have been named to the prestigious 2018 Edition of the Best Lawyers in America©. The award is given annually in recognition of being named as part of the “top legal talent in the U.S.”

August 15, 2017

Mark Knoth quoted in Bloomberg Law: Bureau of National Affairs article “Should Employers Cover Pot to Battle Opioid Addiction?” by Sean Forbes

Mark Knoth is quoted in the Bloomberg Law: Bureau of National Affairs article “Should Employers Cover Pot to Battle Opioid Addiction?” by Sean Forbes. You can read the piece here.*

August 10, 2017

A culture of giving

If you want to know how a firm can thrive for over 140 years in a city that has faced considerable challenges, walk through the door of Kerr Russell’s suite on the 25th floor of the Detroit Center and get a feel for the people.

May 3, 2017

Mark Knoth speaks at OESA event highlighting first 100 days of the Trump administration

Attorney Mark Knoth spoke and participated in a panel discussion before the Original Equipment Suppliers Association ("OESA") on May 3, 2017 at a forum focused on labor and employment developments during the first 100 days of the Trump administration and beyond.

November 19, 2016

"Federal District Judge Halts Implementation of New Overtime Rule" by Mark Knoth

A nationwide preliminary injunction was issued on Tuesday, November 22, 2016, by Texas Federal District Court Judge Amos Mazzant preventing the implementation of a revised Department of Labor rule set to take effect on December 1, 2016.

November 7, 2016

Kerr Russell attorneys named 2017 Top Lawyers by dBusiness Magazine

Kerr Russell counts 11 attorneys among this year’s Top Lawyers as recognized by dBusiness magazine. The 2017 Top Lawyers were selected based on a peer review survey of 19,000 attorneys in Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, and Livingston counties. Attorneys are asked to nominate lawyers among 48 legal specialties.

March 25, 2015

Mark Knoth writes article "Supreme Court Signals Pregnant Employee Accommodation May Be Required"

In a 6-3 decision issued today (3-23-2015), the US Supreme Court revived a pregnant United Parcel Service (“UPS”) employee’s pregnancy discrimination claim alleging that UPS failed to accommodate her work limitations while pregnant.

Representative Matters

Defended corporations in numerous cases brought by current and former employees alleging race, sex, pregnancy, national origin, retaliation and harassment in state and federal courts

Obtained summary judgment in case in which corporation was accused of WARN Act violations

Represented employers in wage and hour investigations initiated by the U.S. Department of Labor

Lead counsel for corporation in wage and hour litigation brought by the U.S. Department of Justice

Negotiated collective bargaining agreements for employer associations and individual employers

Represented employers in matters governed by “neutrality” and “card check” agreements

Represented employers before the National Labor Relations Board

Arbitrated discharge and contract interpretation grievances

Handled restrictive covenant litigation

Advised clients in the restructuring of their workforce and coordinated reductions in force

Provided day-to-day human resources advice to human resources personnel, executives and business owners

Guided employers through the union election process

Drafted and advised company regarding Executive Employment Agreements

Successfully represented an auto supplier at arbitration, where the discharge of a UAW union steward who tested positive for marijuana and presented a Michigan Medical Marijuana Card as a defense, was upheld

founded in detroitALWAYS IN DETROIT

Detroit

313.961.0200

TROY

248.740.9820

  • Home
  • Search
  • Site Map
  • Disclaimer
  • Privacy Policy
  • Contact

© 2023 Kerr, Russell and Weber, PLC | Website Design by: Harrington

Cookies & Privacy

This website requires cookies to provide all of its features and uses tracking technologies. For more information on what data is contained in the cookies and which technologies are used, please see our Cookie and Site Usage Tracking Policy and Data Privacy Statement. If you continue to use this site, you agree with the Terms and Conditions.

Privacy Policy