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Cody Attisha was recently named a member (partner) at Kerr Russell. He was selected at the end of 2022 for the promotion effective January 1, 2023.

Daniel Beyer and Catherine Edwards obtained a no cause of action jury verdict in Oakland County Circuit Court. 

James Tamm and Paul Indyk obtained a unanimous verdict in Genesee County Circuit Court.

Kerr Russell is once again ranked as a “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News and Best Lawyers. Firms included on the list are recognized for professional excellence with consistently impressive ratings from clients and peers.

Kerr Russell prevails in federal litigation over employee non-compete agreements.

Lisa B. Hysni has joined Kerr Russell as Member and Chair of the Real Estate practice group.

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.

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

James Tamm and Paul Indyk obtained a unanimous verdict in Oakland County Circuit Court.

Liam K. Healy was recently named a member (partner) at Kerr Russell. He was selected at the end of 2021 for the promotion effective January 1, 2022.

A total of 16 lawyers from Kerr Russell are named DBusiness magazine Top Lawyers for 2022. The attorneys are selected through a peer review process, polling more than 18,000 attorneys across Wayne, Oakland, Macomb, Washtenaw, and Livingston Counties.

Kerr Russell is once again ranked as a “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News and Best Lawyers®.  Firms included on the list are recognized for professional excellence with consistently impressive ratings from clients and peers.

Daniel G. Beyer recently obtained a favorable ruling in Oakland County Circuit Court dismissing a medical malpractice complaint based on the expiration of the statute of limitations.

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.

James E. Tamm and Paul M. Indyk were successful in obtaining a voluntary dismissal for a hospital client in a medical malpractice matter after nearly two years of litigation. 

Max Sneyd and Jeffrey May were successful in both obtaining a dismissal of a third-party case against their client and summary judgment as to their counterclaim.

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

Katie Westfall and Matt Reid, with the American Medical Association, presented in a webinar for the Michigan State Medical Society (MSMS),  on what information blocking is and how physicians can comply.

Intellectual Property (IP) attorney Max Sneyd will be presenting a webinar on Thursday, May 20, 2021 from noon-1:00 PM EDT. This webinar, hosted by Corp! Magazine, will discuss IP essentials for entrepreneurs. 

Patricia C. Schabath and Stephen D. McGraw were successful in obtaining summary disposition for a client in a loss of opportunity medical malpractice matter.

Attorneys Anna Valk and Kathleen A. Westfall were named members at Kerr Russell. The two were selected at the end of 2020 for promotions effective January 1, 2021.

Labor and Employment attorney Olivia Hankinson will be presenting a webinar on Thursday, January 21, 2021 from noon-1:00 PM EDT, hosted by Corp! Magazine, regarding the potential impact of the COVID-19 vaccine on the workplace.  

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. 

Kerr Russell is once again ranked as a “Best Law Firm” by U.S. News and Best Lawyers.  Firms included on the list are recognized for professional excellence with consistently impressive ratings from clients and peers.

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.

Kerr Russell stands ready and able to handle all of your professional liability defense needs.

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. 

Congratulations to Stephen McGraw who has been named Best Lawyers© 2021 “Lawyer of the Year” In Detroit for Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants. Only a single lawyer in each practice area and community is honored with a “Lawyer of the Year” award.

Congratulations to James Tamm who has been named Best Lawyers© 2021 “Lawyer of the Year” In Troy for Medical Malpractice Law - Defendants. Only a single lawyer in each practice area and community is honored with a “Lawyer of the Year” award.

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.

Immigration attorney Kate McCarroll will be presenting a webinar on Thursday, August 13, 2020 from noon-1:00 PM EDT hosted by Corp! Magazine. Kate will cover issues related to employment-based immigration amid our current climate.

A total of 15 lawyers from Kerr Russell are named to the 2020 list of Leading Lawyers in Michigan. Only those lawyers who are most often recommended qualify for this honor.

Fred K. Herrmann is the new President of the Federal Bar Association, Eastern District of Michigan Chapter.

Kerr Russell associate, Cody Attisha, participated in a panel discussion sponsored by the State Bar of Michigan Taxation Section. The webinar was on COVID-19 & How Associates Can Make the Most of Working from Home. 

Kerr Russell attorney Olivia V. Hankinson will be presenting with Hylant and HAND Enterprise Solutions in this webinar hosted by the Detroit Chinese Business Association (DCBA). The webinar is scheduled for Thursday, May 7, 2020 at 1:30 PM EDT. Register HERE.

Employee Benefits attorney, Liam K. Healy will be presenting a webinar on May 14, 2020 from noon-1:00 PM EDT. The webinar hosted by Corp! Magazine and MichBusiness is on “Employee Benefits Update: CARES Act and Other COVID-19 Legislation.”

Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has created a public health emergency resulting in the enactment of several laws, Executive Orders, notices and guidance at the federal, state and local levels.

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.

Kerr Russell attorney Jeffrey May was recently interviewed by Corp! Magazine. He discusses the business need for cybersecurity plans.

The Detroit Legal News recently interviewed Joanne Geha Swanson to discuss shifts in legal events and programs. Joanne is president of the Detroit Bar Association. 

Kerr Russell attorney Olivia V. Hankinson will be presenting with Hylant in this webinar hosted by the Detroit Chinese Business Association (DCBA). The webinar is scheduled for Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at 1:30 PM EDT. Register HERE.

Five experienced attorneys have joined Kerr Russell’s Detroit office.

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.

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

Ashley Racette and Daniel Beyer were successful in obtaining summary disposition for clients in a real estate matter in Muskegon County. 

The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Michigan has appointed Jason W. Bank as Vice Chair of the Mediation Panel.

Congratulations to Patricia Schabath and Jeffrey May for being featured in this week’s Crain’s Detroit Business “People on the Move.” Both were named members (partners) of the firm, effective January 1. You can view the Crain’s piece online HERE.

Attorneys Jeffrey A. May and Patricia C. Schabath were recently named members (partners) at Kerr Russell. The two were selected at the end of 2019 and their promotions are effective as of January 1, 2020.

Kerr Russell attorney Eric I. Lark spoke at the Cayman Captive Forum Conference last week. He and other panelists discussed loss control and claims handling in captive insurance. Eric specifically discussed how losses are the number one killer of captives, especially group captives.

Kerr Russell attorney, Ashley Racette, recently reviewed The Triumph of Rosemary, by Judge Marylin E. Atkins. Ashley's review is posted in the September-October edition of the Detroit Bar Association's Detroit Lawyer, page 5.

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.

Kerr Russell is once again ranked as a "Best Law Firm" by U.S. News and Best Lawyers.  Firms included on the list are recognized for professional excellence with consistently impressive ratings from clients and peers.

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).

Crain's Detroit Business released their list of the Notable Women in Law 2019. Miroslava was selected for her career accomplishments, track record of success in the field, contributions to the community and mentorship of others. She is recognized along with 21 other regional attorneys.

Acquisition International magazine recently announced the winners of the Global Excellence Awards 2019. Kate McCarroll received the honor of Most Influential Woman in Immigration Law.

Eric I. Lark was recently interviewed by Michigan Lawyers Weekly. In the interview, he discusses how he helped create the Stephen H. Schulman Outstanding Business Lawyer Award and his honor to be receiving the award this year.

Kevin Block, Chair of the Business Law Section of the State Bar of Michigan, will be providing opening remarks at the 31st Business Law Institute Conference. The conference will take place on October 4, 2019. The Business Law Section will honor Kerr Russell’s Eric Lark as the recipient of the prestigious Stephen H. Schulman Outstanding Business Lawyer Award.

Mark Stasa and Kathleen Westfall are presenting today at the Business of Medicine Event. The event with more than 20 physicians is at St. Mary Mercy Livonia.

Attorney Jeffrey May is presenting a webinar through Corp! Magazine on "Cybersecurity & Protecting Your Digital Access."

Kevin Block is the outgoing Chair of the Business Law Section. He discusses limited liability, upcoming Section events, and gratitude toward the Section.

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.

Employee benefits attorney, Liam Healy, presented to the Michigan Association of CPAs, on tax and health insurance matters for small businesses.

Congratulations to James Cambridge and Joanne Geha Swanson who are named the Best Lawyers 2020 “Lawyers of the Year” in Detroit for corporate law and litigation - antitrust law respectively. Only a single lawyer in each practice area and community is honored with a “Lawyer of the Year” award.

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.”

Kerr Russell is honored to once again serve as DBusiness Magazine's "Faces of Corporate Law." Attorneys pictured: Anna Valk (real estate), John Gatti (corporate/taxation), and Katie Westfall (health care).

William C. Blasses and Daniel G. Beyer recently obtained a favorable opinion from the Michigan Court of Appeals, affirming and upholding a Macomb County Circuit Court judge’s decision. 

John D. Gatti and Cody Attisha presented on tax implications of exit strategies for corporations, partnerships and LLCs.

Joanne was recently interviewed by Legal News about her new appointment as president of the Detroit Bar Association.

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?"

Kerr Russell attorneys Jacquelyn Klima and Broc Gullett are presenting at the Midwest Surety & Construction Claims Conference in Chicago July 18-19, 2019.

Jeffrey A. May was recently credentialed as a Certified Information Privacy Professional/United States (CIPP/US).

Eric I. Lark has been selected to receive the 2019 Stephen H. Schulman Outstanding Business Lawyer Award.  He will be presented with this honor at the 31st Annual Business Law institute, on October 4, 2019.

Joanne Geha Swanson is the new President of the Detroit Bar Association Board.

Kerr Russell attorneys, James E. DeLine and Matthew L. Powell, prevailed in arbitration by defeating a part supplier's $48 million claim against a Tier 1 automotive client.  The two also obtained an award of $2.4 million in damages against the supplier.

The American Bankruptcy Institute's (ABI) Central States Bankruptcy Workshop is June 13-15, 2019.  Kerr Russell attorney, James E. DeLine will be speaking on effective client interviews, deposition strategies, techniques and more.

Kerr Russell is pleased to announce that it served as the exclusive legal adviser to Peterson American Corporation (PAC) in its sale to MiddleGround Capital (MiddleGround).

Member James Deline presented before the Original Equipment Suppliers Association ("OESA") Tooling Council on March 27th, 2019, providing a refresh on Antitrust laws and principals.

Kerr Russell attorneys, Katherine Cser and Anna Valk were recently named Top Women Lawyers 2019 by Super Lawyers. Katherine received honors for Employment & Labor Law and Anna received honors for Real Estate Law. Super Lawyers awards attorneys for excellence in practice through a peer-influenced and third-party validated process.

Kerr Russell attorneys, Fred Herrmann, Joanne Geha Swanson, & Matthew Powell, on winning the Litigation of the Year - Cartel Defence award for Auto Parts antitrust litigation at the Global Competition Review 9th Annual Awards Ceremony.  The GCR awards are selected by readers who were invited to vote for the cases, law firms, lawyers, economists and enforcers they believe excelled in 2018.

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.

Kerr Russell is pleased to announce that William C. Blasses has been selected to become a Member of the firm effective January 1, 2019.

Kerr Russell member Kevin Block (Business and Corporate Law) has been published in the Fall 2018 issue of theMichigan Business Law Journal. 

In 2016, two freshmen from Wayne State University, Nicholas Ang and Camilla Cascardo, decided to take it upon themselves to address hunger issues by redistributing food from university cafeterias and local restaurants that would have otherwise gone to waste.

Kerr Russell attorneys William Blasses and James DeLine prevailed at trial on a claim of non-dischargeability on behalf of a creditor who was owed over $370,000.

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.”

We had a full house for a presentation from Wayne State University Law School’s Dean Richard A. Bierschbach. Kerr Russell has a long and proud history of Wayne Law Warriors practicing here. Thank you to Kerr Russell's Mark Stasa and Laina Van Wyke and Wayne Law's Duc Abrahamson for organizing.

Kerr Russell member John Gatti and his wife Kathleen Gatti helped celebrate The Guidance Center’s 60th anniversary last night at the organization’s gala, sponsored in part by Kerr Russell. John is on the Guidance Center board. He commented, “What a great event to celebrate The Guidance Center’s achievement.”

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.

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

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.

Increase in Premium Processing Fee U.S Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) announced that beginning October 1, 2018, the fee for premium processing will be raised to $1,410 (from $1,225). USCIS explained that the purpose of the fee increase is “to more effectively adjudicate petitions and maintain effective service to petitioners.”  Premium processing is currently available for some I-129 and I-140 petitions, and allows petitioners to request 15 day processing of certain filings with payment of the additional fee.

Kerr Russell member Max Sneyd(intellectual property) is quoted in the Forbes article "Elon Musk Sued By Rescue Diver Following Twitter Attacks" by David Kiley.

Kathleen Westfall, who co-authored with member Daniel Ferris the white paper "New laws for prescribing controlled substances in Michigan: Are you ready?," discussed the legal implications of the opioid crisis at a St. Mary Mercy Livonia Hospital/St. Joseph Mercy Health System continuing medical education conference on September 15. Kathleen maintains a business law practice focused in the areas of health care law, insurance, securities and general corporate law.

Look for Kerr Russell's ad in the Fall 2018 issue of Best Lawyers "Business - The Global Issue."

Journal of the Michigan Dental Association (September 2018) - QUESTION: I recently terminated my contract with Delta Dental. As a result my Delta patients may have higher out of pocket costs if they elect to continue treating with me and the hassle of filing claims with Delta to obtain their benefits. In an effort to keep as many of my Delta Dental patients as possible I plan to offer them reduced fees. These lower fees will be different than the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan ("BCBSM") fee schedule (I only participate with BCBSM on a per claim basis), the fee schedules of other dental plans I continue to participate with and the fees I charge patients that have no dental insurance or dental plan coverage. Is there anything illegal about charging patients differing fees for the same services?

Kerr Russell member John Gatti has been named to Class XV of the Detroit Regional Chamber's Leadership Detroit program. Leadership Detroit Class XV showcases 70 leaders across Southeast Michigan representing a cross-section of the community, including business, organized labor, government, education, media, civic groups, health services and community organizations.

A little sneak peek of today’s DBusiness Magazine “Top Lawyers” photo shoot of Kerr Russell with the talented and gracious David Frechette. Thank you to Valerie Maness for her assistance.

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

It was a beautiful evening celebrating the remarkable accomplishments of immigrants in America. Kerr Russell’s Brandy Mathie, Robert Anderson, James Cambridge and Mary Cambridge, Miroslava Orduno Rincon and KeVin Knox, and Roy Sexton attended the 2nd annual New Americans Appreciation Gala on September 6 at The Henry in Dearborn.

Kudos to Kerr Russell member Daniel Ferris who served as editor of the recently published Damages and Remedies in Michigan, a leading litigation treatise published by the Institute of Continuing Legal Education. Fellow editors included Barbara A. Patek, Mark Granzotto, and David H. Freedman. You can order the publication here- from the website:

Kudos to Kerr Russell member Daniel Ferris who served as editor of the recently published Damages and Remedies in Michigan, a leading litigation treatise published by the Institute of Continuing Legal Education. Fellow editors included Barbara A. Patek, Mark Granzotto, and David H. Freedman.

Kerr Russell member Jason Bank (bankruptcy/turnaround) has been published in the September issue of The American Bankruptcy Institute Journal.

We are certainly proud of Kerr Russell member Mike Carroll (construction) who has been chosen as one of the American Cancer Society’s “Real Men (who) Wear Pink.” The kickoff event was held at The Westin Book Cadillac Detroit on August 23, and, while Mike had a conflict, his “campaign manager” Roy Sexton represented. You can show your support here.

Significant legislation protecting patients in Michigan from sexual assault was enacted into law in June, 2018. In addition, the Michigan House adopted additional legislation at the end of May, 2018, which is pending in the Michigan Senate as of the publication of this article.

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. 

Congratulations to Eric Lark and Fred Herrmann who were named the best lawyers 2019 "Lawyers of the Year" in Detroit for corporate law and antitrust law respectively. Only a single lawyer in each practice area and community is honored with a "Lawyer of the Year" award.

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.”

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.

Kudos to Daniel Ferris and Derek Boyd whose article "Navigating Uncertainty: Legal Options for Manufacturers Confronting Tariffs" has been published in OESA News 2018 Third Quarter Edition 1.

Congratulations to Kate McCarroll, member (immigration), whose opinion piece "Remembering 'Sara and Jane' - Thoughts on immigration law and abuse victims seeking asylum" was published by Michigan Lawyers Weekly. Excerpt: "Early in my career, I handled asylum cases for two women who fled to the United States because they had been abused by their husbands and feared further harm. They were the only asylum cases I ever handled. Each won her claim, and I am hopeful that they are now U.S. citizens, living happy, productive, safe lives in the country that opened its arms to them when they were most afraid."

Kerr Russell welcomes new paralegal Katherine Herman. Kathy attended college at Saginaw Valley State University where she was a political science major and an English minor. A lifelong Michigander, she is originally from Caseville. Kathy and her husband have three daughters, and Kathy is a proud "marching band mom" to her youngest.

From DBusiness: The Detroit Bar Association welcomed its slate of 2018-19 officers on June 20 at the Detroit Club during its annual meeting.

Kerr Russell is proud to serve as DBusiness Magazine's "Faces of Corporate Law" 2018. Partners pictured: Jackie Klima (construction/surety), Mike Carroll (construction/surety), Miroslava Orduno Rincon (immigration), and Rich Buslepp (corporate).

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.

Kerr Russell member Max Sneyd (intellectual property) presented “Starting Your Start Up Right” as part of Detroit Startup Week to an engaged and enthusiastic crowd. From the session description: "Before you can put your idea into practice, you need to protect yourself and your intellectual property. Attorney Max Sneyd will provide quick, actionable feedback on how to protect yourself and your ideas early in the entrepreneurial process."  

We spy with our little eye ... Kerr Russell member Joanne Geha Swanson in the program of this year’s Detroit Bar Association Annual Meeting. Joanne, we are so proud of your leadership and everything you do for this community. Thank you to William Blasses for sending this from the event ... while it was still in progress!

Change in Delivery of Secure Documents In an effort to increase the "security, integrity, and efficiency of document delivery," U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS) announced that beginning April 30, 2018, it would utilize a new delivery method for "green cards," employment authorization documents (EADs), and travel documents (e.g. re-entry permits). The new method requires beneficiaries to present identification to confirm identity and sign for their documents in order to receive delivery.

Corp! Magazine's “Michigan Economic Bright Spots” breakfast event was held at the International Banquet Center, Atheneum Hotel on June 14. Hosted by William Dunn, publisher, the event featured a keynote by economist Dr. Paul Isely of Grand Valley State University.

Guidance Center board member and Kerr Russell partner John Gatti attended the 2018 Summer Glow on June 8 along with his wife Kathleen Gatti and Kerr Russell Director of Marketing Roy Sexton.

We were honored to be in this room of exceptional leaders, humans, women at Inforum Michigan’s 56th Annual Meeting at the Detroit Marriott in Troy on June 7. From Inforum's summary of the event: "Our 56th Annual Meeting was a fantastic display of female empowerment!

Kerr Russell welcomes Rodney Wasmuth, the firm's new information technology network administrator.

Kerr Russell attorneys Daniel Schulte, Patrick Haddad, and Katherine Cser arrived bright and early for the “Ask the Experts" panel at Michigan State Medical Society's 7th Annual Spring Scientific Meeting in Dearborn on May 17. Discussing opioid legislation, professional liability insurance, electronic medical records, identifying and preventing workplace harassment, accessibility, patient/physician relationship, and other topics.

Kerr Russell was pleased to support Matrix Human Services today at the Matrix Mission Fundraising Breakfast at the Detroit Athletic Club. A magnificent nonprofit doing incredible work in our community. Thank you, Matrix. #MatrixMission. Attending on behalf of Kerr Russell were Jason Bank, Brandy Mathie, and Roy Sexton.

Kerr Russell's participation in the 25th anniversary Detroit Heart Walk, benefiting the Southeast Michigan American Heart Association, was a great success, with Kerr Russell colleagues raising $6,230 to contribute to the cause. This was in addition to the firm's overall sponsorship and to member Jason Bank's leadership on the Heart Walk's executive cabinet.

Kerr Russell handles all aspects of captive insurance and alternative risk programs. For over 30 years, we have formed and advised countless captive insurance companies and other alternative risk entities, including pure captives, group captives, agency and association owned captives, IRC §831(b) small captives, rent-a-captives, cell captives, series captives, risk retention groups, risk purchasing groups and other pooling arrangements.

In an effort to increase the "security, integrity, and efficiency of document delivery", the USCIS has announced that effective April 30, 2018, it will begin utilizing a new delivery method for "green cards", employment authorization documents, and other travel documents such as re-entry permits.

We are in the seventh inning stretch, folks. The Southeast Michigan American Heart Association​ Heart Walk is just over two weeks away. Kerr Russell has been so pleased to support this effort to increase heart health awareness in our community. Diet and exercise and regular screenings are the key to a happy and healthy heart. Our firm is represented by Jason Bank​, member - bankruptcy/turnaround, on the Heart Walk executive cabinet. Henry Ford Health System​'s Wright Lassiter, III and Wayne State University​'s M. Roy Wilson chair the committee.

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. 

On April 5, Kerr Russell member Fred Herrmann (antitrust, litigation, dispute resolution) was honored at a luncheon, held at the Detroit Marriott - Troy, alongside the rest of Michigan Lawyers Weekly's "Leaders in the Law" Class of 2018. Kerr Russell attendees included Jim Cambridge, Jason Bank, Dan Schulte, Dan Ferris, Jeff May, Anna Valk, Ashley Racette, and Roy Sexton. Fred's wife Mindy Herrmann was there as well. (Picture left. To the left, Fred receives his award from Opinion Editor Agenique Smiley.)

Kerr Russell member Jason Bank (turnaround, bankruptcy) has been appointed to the Chapter Health Working Group of the Turnaround Management Association (TMA) Global.

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.

Kerr Russell has worked with Hour Media to place advertising in the Michigan Links, a publication of The Golf Association of Michigan. The publication will be distributed to golf clubs all across Michigan and reach thousands of Golf Association members.

Message from Kerr Russell's receptionist Angie Lyons-Hincks​: “I wanted share with you all some pictures of what you helped make happen. When we started this, I would have been happy with 25 bags. Then with the amount of interest, we changed to 50 bags, but because of you, Facebook and Paula's family, we were able to deliver 126 comfort bags as well as lunch for the staff at the clinic. The patients, doctors and nurses at the infusion center [Beaumont] were incredibly touched!" More photos here.

Please take a moment to view this important video from Mark Wahlberg and The Kiefer Foundation. Kerr Russell supports ending distracted driving, and we encourage our clients and all businesses to implement policies and practices to end distracted driving. Kerr Russell member Mark Knoth serves on the board of the Kiefer Foundation. Thank you, Mark, for your leadership and support of this initiative.

Kerr Russell is pleased to announce that James DeLine will begin serving as the Legal Counsel for OESA’s Tooling Council beginning March 28.

Congratulations to Jack Richert of Special Tree Rehabilitation System, a deserving recipient of the Legacy Society Community Service and Leadership Award.

Toys R Us has filed documents in U.S. Bankruptcy Court detailing plans to close all of its stores and liquidate its remaining inventory. This process will result in the closure of 735 stores and eliminate 33,000 jobs. Toys R Us earned fifteen percent of all toy-related revenue in the U.S., but could not sustain a viable, competitive business while saddled with a whopping $5 billion of debt.

We had a full house today for Kerr Russell's Southeast Michigan American Heart Association | American Stroke Association #HeartWalk firm-wide kick-off! Thanks to Jason Bank, Member and Kerr Russell's representative on the 25th Anniversary Heart Walk Executive Cabinet, as well as Annie Hill, AHA Development Director, for their remarks. Kerr Russell's team page: http://lnkd.in/dxjus74

Kudos to Kerr Russell member Daniel Ferris for his community leadership and for his support of Covenant House Michigan​.

The March 2018 Hour Magazine includes a special advertising section saluting "Michigan 2017 Super Lawyers: The Top Women." Kerr Russell honorees include: Joanne Geha Swanson, civil litigation defense - since 2006 Katherine Cser, employment and labor - since 2014 - also named to "Rising Stars" list Anna Valk, real estate - since 2016 (not listed in the magazine, but recognized by "Super Lawyers") 

From Wayne State University Law School's "Raising the Bar" newsletter.

From The Michigan State Medical Society: MSMS Legal Counsel Dan Schulte of Kerr Russell presented the new opioid prescribing laws to physicians at the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan quarterly PGIP meeting on March 9, 2018.

On March 7 at The Townsend Hotel, the Association for Corporate Growth Detroit Women's Forum & Turnaround Management Association Detroit Network of Women hosted “Women In Leadership,” a panel of leading Detroit-based female executives discussing opportunities and challenges for women in this C-level role. Kerr Russell is a silver-level sponsor of TMA.

Thanks to Wayne State University Law School for this opportunity, and thank you to Kaylee Place, director of marketing and communications, for these great photos.

Standing room only for the February 20th Detroit Bar Association “Inn of Court” session as Team 1 made its presentation. Kerr Russell is pleased to host the series which runs monthly through May. Associates Katherine Cser and William Blasses are participants in the program.

Mark Stasa, Kerr Russell member (estate and trusts planning and business), has been an integral contributor to the firm for over 30 years, and he is also an active community leader and musician. He has served on the Board of Directors and is currently a legal advisor to Drum Corps International (DCI). DCI is a non-profit governing entity for the junior (under age 22) drum and bugle corps in the United States and Canada. DCI is composed of member corps who earned membership through competition.

Daniel Beyer and William Blasses successfully obtained judgment in favor of one of the Kerr Russell’s clients in the Macomb County Circuit Court. The plaintiff, a defaulting borrower, sought to overturn a deed in lieu of foreclosure in an effort to unwind a transaction and try to recover property it had previously transferred to the lender.

Congratulations to Kerr Russell member Jason Bank (bankruptcy, restructuring) on becoming a member of the Detroit Athletic Club. Other Kerr Russell partners who belong to the DAC include Mark Cunningham, Dan Schulte, and Kurt Vilders. Associate Stephen Reaume is also a member.

Congratulations to Kerr Russell member Fred Herrmann (antitrust, litigation, dispute resolution) who was just named among Michigan Lawyers Weekly's "Leaders in the Law" Class of 2018.

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.

Congratulations to Kerr Russell member Eric Lark who was recently re-elected chair of the Northville Township Planning Commission. He has served as chair since January 1, 2016. He has been a member of the planning commission since January 1, 2013.

On February 7, Kerr Russell turned out in force to support Life is a Cabaret: LIVE Musical Fundraiser for Relay For Life of Canton and Plymouth, MI. Director of Marketing Roy Sexton performed a number of songs during the show and served as a co-emcee alongside Christopher Tremblay, Ed.D.. Kerr Russell attendees (pictured) included Angie Lyons-Hincks, Candice Hadley, Brandy Mathie, Ashley Racette, Sue Smith, Cindy Villeneuve, Jan Clarey, Jeffrey May, Kathleen Westfall, Gail Showler, Laura Evans Jones, Karen Schumer, Debra Behrmann, Heather Kalfayan, Kristina Kalfayan, Kelly Hinojosa, Jackie Klima, Susan Willis, and their friends and family.

On February 9, the Legal Marketing Association Detroit city group heard from marketing technology strategist Mark T Greene, PhD on the disruptions and opportunities for the legal industry around the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence. Hour Media / DBusiness Magazinesponsored the luncheon which was held at Plunkett Cooney. Kerr Russell’s Director of Marketing Roy Sexton, treasurer-elect on the LMA Midwest Regional Board, attended.

The diversity of our great nation brings us strength, and, annually in February, we celebrate Black History Month. This month, Kerr Russell will be sharing important milestones in the ongoing narrative of African-American accomplishment on our social media channels - Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter.

Congratulations to Jim DeLine, member, who served as an editor of the American Bar Association's recently published Antitrust Class Actions Handbook, Second Edition. Jim also worked on the first edition. From the preface: "The Global Private Litigation Committee and the Trial Practice Committee of the Section of Antitrust Law are pleased to present this Handbook on Antitrust Class Actions, Second Edition.

Kudos to associate Broc Gullett who organized Kerr Russell's participation in the Veterans Outreach Coalition blanket drive, benefiting Michigan Veterans Foundation. Broc is part of another organization - Crossfit in the D - that was involved in the drive, and Kerr Russell colleagues contributed 45 blankets to add to the haul.

Kerr Russell's William Blasses, associate, is named as one of Michigan Lawyers Weekly's "Up & Coming Lawyers, Class of 2017." You can read the full magazine here. Kerr Russell was the focus of Detroit Lawyer's December 2016-January 2017 issue, which you can view here.

Congratulations to Robert Anderson and Ken Lombardo for being featured in this week's Crain's Detroit Business "People on the Move." Both were named members (partners) of the firm, effective January 1. You can view the Crain's piece online here.

The Association for Corporate Growth Detroit​/Turnaround Management Association​ Detroit joint breakfast “The Automotive Landscape: An Inside Look at a Driver of the Global Economy” was held on January 16 at the Detroit Athletic Club. Kerr Russell is a silver sponsor of TMA. Presenters included Michael Robinet, Managing Director, IHS Markit​’s Automotive Global Advisory, and Peter Nagle, IHS Markit​’s Automotive Senior Automotive Economist, North American Industry Analysis.

Thank you, Italian American Chamber of Commerce of Michigan, for inspiring pride throughout the Italian community and for establishing a relationship of trust and service between your members and our fellow citizens since 1919. [The ad above, designed by Nikki Horn, will appear in the IACC Grapevine newsletter throughout 2018.]

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.

Look for Kerr Russell (page 14) in the Crain's Detroit 2018 "Book of Lists" out now. Kerr Russell launched its new brand advertising with "A Track Record of Results" in November. 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.

Kerr Russell is pleased to announce that Robert S. Anderson, immigration law, and Kenneth R. Lombardo, corporate law, have been selected to become members (partners) of the firm, effective January 1.

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.

We at Kerr Russell are so proud to have two of our attorneys recognized by Crain's Detroit Business as Notable Women Lawyers in Michigan - 2017. Great work, Kate McCarroll, on your selection! From Crain's announcement...

We at Kerr Russell are so proud to have two of our attorneys recognized by Crain's Detroit Business as Notable Women Lawyers in Michigan - 2017. Congratulations, Joanne Geha Swanson, for your selection! From Crain's announcement...

Ann Arbor / Ypsilanti Regional Chamber's Headline Lunch on December 12 focused on “Conscious Capitalism.” Pictured Chamber President and CEO Diane Keller, Executive Vice President and Director of Government Relations and Washtenaw County Commissioner Andy LaBarre, Thrive Founding Partner Nathan Havey, and BIGGBY COFFEE's Laura Eich.

Thanks to the Detroit Legal News for this exceptional coverage of the new additions to our Kerr Russell legal team: associates Cody Attisha, Derek Boyd, Andrew Eurich, and Stephen Reaume as well as paralegal Paul Burkett, legal assistant Jill Clinard and administrative staff Heather Kalfayan.

Automation Alley is Michigan’s leading nonprofit technology and manufacturing business association, connecting industry, academia and government to fuel Southeast Michigan’s economy and accelerate innovation. Automation Alley focuses its efforts on innovation and technology, entrepreneurship, talent development, defense and international business, providing resources, funding and actionable intelligence to help members grow and prosper in the digital age.

We at Kerr Russell are so proud to have two of our attorneys recognized by Crain's Detroit Business as Notable Women Lawyers in Michigan - 2017. Great work, Kate McCarroll, on your selection! From Crain's announcement...

William Blasses was recognized as one of Michigan Lawyers Weekly's "Up & Coming Lawyers" at their 2017 luncheon on December 7 at the Detroit Marriott in Troy.

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.

Kerr Russell member Fred Herrmann offers holiday cheer to friends old and new!

Kerr Russell is pleased to welcome new associate Cody Attishato the team. Cody's practice will focus on taxation law, corporate law, and mergers and acquisitions.  Prior to joining Kerr Russell, Cody served as a tax associate with an international “Big 4” accounting firm where he advised on various aspects of federal, state and local taxation. Cody assisted with tax advisory relating to corporate restructurings and mergers and acquisitions.

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.

Kerr Russell hosted Royal Oak's Boulevard Investment Banking at our Detroit office for a lunch-and-learn event on Thursday, November 30. From Boulevard's website: "Boulevard is a boutique, investment banking and private investment firm focused on working with owners, operators, and businesses active in the middle market.

Jacquelyn Klima and Mark Cunningham presented “The Payment Bond: Beyond Labor and Material – Prompt Pay Act Liability, Interest, Service Charges, Time-Price Differential, and ‘Other’ Damages; and When is the Surety’s Consent Required for Additions to the Bonded Contract Obligations” at the Midwest Surety & Construction Claims Conference (July 2017) in Chicago, Illinois.

Kerr Russell welcomes new associate Derek Boyd. We are so happy to have him join our team. Derek's practice will focus on commercial litigation. He also will support our medical malpractice work. Prior to Kerr Russell, he was an associate in a high-intensity, trial-oriented litigation practice (significant motion practice, discovery involvement and client interaction), representing physicians and hospitals in medical malpractice and ordinary negligence matters.

From the Detroit Bar Association: "Congratulations to Mayor Mike Duggan who was presented the Dennis Archer Public Service Award by the Detroit Bar Foundation Thursday, November 16 at the Detroit Yacht Club. Also congratulations to the Detroit Bar Legal Scholars for their original legal work product that advances the field of law and our Corporate Citizen Outreach Recognition of DTE Energy, Matrix Human Services, Ally Financial and General Motors Company."

Miroslava Orduno Rincon, member - immigration, was just named by AVVO as a Top Contributor for 2017, amassing 1500 points for the calendar year. According to AVVO's website, points are garnered when member attorneys "answer questions in Q&A forums, publish informative guides on the issues and practice areas they know best, and evaluate the contributions of their peers."

Thanks to the Detroit Legal News for their coverage of Kerr Russell's Detroit-centric space redesign.

The Detroit Legal News covers Kerr Russell's recognition as "Sponsor of the Year" by the Detroit Chinese Business Association. Click here to read:

Kudos to Matrix Human Services for receiving Corporate Citizen Outreach Recognition from the Detroit Bar Association Foundation. The award was presented on November 16 at the Detroit Bar Association Foundation's Dennis W. Archer Public Service Award event - which also honors legal professionals whose careers demonstrate an outstanding commitment to public service.

Kerr Russell's Michael Carroll has been selected as a Fellow of the Construction Lawyers Society of America (CLSA). The CLSA is an invitation-only international honorary association composed of preeminent lawyers specializing in construction law and related fields.

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."

Kerr Russell welcomes a new paralegal today. Paul Burkettwill be assisting our medical malpractice area.

Great coverage from the Detroit Free Press of the Detroit Chinese Business Association US/China Auto Expo - excerpt from the article (which can be found in its entirety here) follows: DCBA, meanwhile, had a busy week hosting the 2017 USA China Auto Expo & Forum in Dearborn with more than 20 major Chinese auto suppliers on hand.

Kate McCarroll, member, writes, "Thank you, Zonta Club of Pontiac North Oakland, for your service to women in our community and worldwide. Inspiring women of all ages to think big, effect change, and mentor others is as essential today as it was on your founding day. Thank you."

Daniel J. Ferris, member, has been appointed Chair of the Drafting Committee of the State Bar of Michigan Representative Assembly. In 1971, the State Bar Board of Commissioners requested the Supreme Court create a "representative assembly".

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.

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

As part of Michigan Lawyers Weekly's "Legal Roundup" feature, author Thomas Franz highlighted Kerr Russell's recent redesign project (original article here; more detail on the project here).

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

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.

Kerr Russell was pleased to support the 36th Detroit International Wine Auction held on October 21, celebrating the College for Creative Studies and supporting Michigan's ever-growing arts community. Kerr Russell was a Benefactor Sponsor, and here is a photo of member Jeff Brantley and his significant other enjoying the event. More photos here.

From Hour Detroit: On Sept. 28, The Guidance Center hosted its Grape Expectations for Kids Wine Pairing Dinner at the Colony Club Detroit. Guests enjoyed fine cuisine, a silent auction and live musical entertainment. Proceeds benefited the Kids-TALK Children Advocacy Center, a community-based program that serves children through 17 years of age, providing comprehensive services to suspected child victims of sexual abuse, physical abuse, neglect, or other forms of psychological trauma, including witness to violent crimes. 

John D. Gatti (member) was just named Vice Chair of the Program Curriculum Task Force for the Michigan Association of CPAs (MICPA). MICPA President and CEO Peggy A. Dzierzawski, CAE, in her announcement wrote, "Congratulations on your new role as Vice Chair of the Program Curriculum Task Force.

Mike Gibson and Jim Case, members, played in the US/China Auto Cup golf classic in Shanghai October 21 and 22, and Team USA ended up winning the cup! Congrats! Looking good, gentlemen!

Congrats to new associate Stephen Reaume who found out today he passed the Michigan Bar exam! We are proud of you, Stephen, and so happy to have you in our Kerr Russell family.

Joanne Geha Swanson, member, contributed the Michigan chapter to the recently published Practitioner's Guide to Class Actions, 2nd edition from the ABA's Tort Insurance and Trial Practice Section. She also served on the editorial board for the book. Swanson wrote the Michigan chapter and served on the editorial board for the first edition, as well.

Kudos to William Blasses who was just named to Michigan Lawyers Weekly's "Up & Coming Lawyers."

Over the past weekend, three Kerr Russell colleagues ran in the Detroit Free Press half marathon. Congrats to Kate McCarroll, member, and Andrea Bartolotta and Kristina Kalfayan, administrative team.

Andrew Eurich started this week as a new associate at Kerr Russell. His practice focuses on corporate and transactional (M&A) work. Having recently served as in-house corporate counsel for a broadcast communications company, Andrew has had extensive experience in contract drafting, structuring of acquisitions and divestitures, real estate deals, banking transactions, regulatory compliance, and intellectual property.

From the October 2017 DAC News ... We are 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, including business law, labor and employment, immigration, mergers and acquisitions, real estate and construction, healthcare, medical practices, tax, contract negotiation, restructuring, automotive, manufacturing, and commercial litigation.

On October 12, John Gatti, member, presented "Types of Taxes & Basics of Income Taxation" as part of the State Bar of Michigan - Taxation Section's "Fundamentals of Taxation" program.

Jason Bank, member, is featured in the Turnaround Management Association Detroit Fall 2017 Newsletter. You can read the original newsletter here. The full text of the piece by Allison Bach follows.

Kerr Russell attorneys William Blasses, Jason Bank, Kate McCarroll, Ashley Racette, Broc Gullett, and Katherine Cser celebrated the DBusiness Magazine’s "30 in Their 30s" honorees and learned about The Parade Company at the dBusiness Breakfast on October 10 at the Gem/Century Theatres.

Today was a day of team building and team spirit, camaraderie and good-natured rivalry. To raise money for Kerr Russell’s holiday giving initiatives, attorneys and colleagues were encouraged, for a small donation, to wear their favorite team apparel - with an obvious leaning toward tomorrow’s big game between the Spartans and the Wolverines.

Kerr Russell was well-represented at the Detroit Chinese Business Association (DCBA) International Golf Open.

Kerr Russell Member Miroslava Orduno Rincon volunteered at the September 18 DACA Renewal Clinic - Detroit.

The Association for Corporate Growth Detroit hosted "Sports in the D: Downtown's Economic Power Play?" at Little Caesars Arena on September 19. The event was an inside look at the philosophy and economic drivers behind the development of Little Caesars Arena and The District Detroit.

What a great way to start the week! Partners Fred Herrmann and Jason Bank along with Director of Marketing Roy Sexton joined President and CEO of Matrix Human ServicesBrad Coulter and Assistant Director Nolana Nobles Bandy PhD to greet parents and children arriving at Matrix's Headstart Plymouth Center in Detroit this morning as well as to provide a continental breakfast for the parents.

We were guests at the open house/grand opening of WeWork's Campus Martius, Detroit location. Capacity crowd enjoyed live music, food, and networking. A vibrant and diverse group of professionals exchanged tips and business cards. We are proud of our neighborhood, and all of the growth and creativity we see every day.

Attorney Miroslava Orduno Rincon attended today's Inforum Detroit Affinity group with Director of Marketing Roy Sexton.

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

Congratulations to Daniel Ferris (depicted fifth from the left on the back row in the above image) who is a member of the latest Original Equipment Suppliers Association (OESA) Young Leadership Council's graduating class: "This week, we 'graduated' our 4th Young Leadership Council. Best of luck as you continue to grow in your careers."

On September 8, the Michigan Association of Bar Executives held its "Bar Association Boot Camp" in East Lansing. The organization described the event as "training and discussion for bar association presidents, executive directors, board members, staff, and young lawyers who project as future leaders.

Welcome, Stephen Reaume! Stephen joined the firm this week as a new associate. He graduated from Wayne State University Law School, and his undergraduate degree in sociology is from DePaul University in Chicago.

Each year, the United States Marine Corps chooses a different city to visit as an annual celebration of “community, country, and corps" and to honor the service and sacrifice of Marines and their loved ones. This year, it's Detroit!

Michael Carroll and James Case are featured in the latest issue of “Constructor Magazine” - www.constructormagazine.com - from Associated General ...Contractors of America - www.agc.org

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.”

Congratulations to Daniel Ferris who was inducted into Covenant House Michigan Young Professionals Society last week.

Congratulations to Joanne Geha Swanson who was named the Best Lawyers®2018 Litigation - Antitrust "Lawyer of the Year" in Detroit. Only a single lawyer in each practice area and community is honored with a "Lawyer of the Year" award.

From MLive.com: "Do the club and the league have legal recourse from preventing their intellectual property from being used in such manner? It is not cut and dry, there are gray areas.

Broc Gullett was featured in the May 19, 2016 issue of Detroit Legal News.

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.

Kerr Russell lawyers Ashley Racette and Kathleen Westfall participated in the Lakeshore Legal Aid Expungement Clinic pro-bono program on August 8, 2017.

Congratulations to Daniel Ferris who was recently appointed Co-Chair of the Professional Liability & Health Care Section of Michigan Defense Trial Counsel. Dan handles matters involving class action, commercial disputes, corporate law, employment law, insurance, licensing, litigation, products liability, and professional liability defense.

From Crain's Detroit: East Aurora, N.Y.-based Moog Inc. has sold Livonia-based Linear AMS Inc. back to the subsidiary's founder and a partner after owning the additive manufacturing company for less than two years.

On July 7, 2017, Daniel Beyer obtained a defense verdict in a lawsuit filed in the Wayne County Circuit Court.

Kerr Russell is honored to have been named to the 2017 State Bar of Michigan Pro-Bono Circle of Excellence at the Leadership Level. Kerr Russell attorneys Jeffrey May, Ashley Racette and John Kenny participated in the  Lakeshore Legal Aid/Southwest Solutions/Drivers License Restoration Veterans Clinic, a pro-bono program, on July 11, 2017.

Fred Herrmann is now serving as Secretary/Treasurer of the Federal Bar Association, Eastern District of Michigan Chapter. Congratulations to Fred, and we thank him for his service.

Patrick J. Haddad was a panelist on Value-Based Contracting:  The Regulatory and Legal Risks for Providers at the Willis Towers Watson 21st Annual Health Care Forum in Chicago on July 11, 2017.

Kate McCarroll spoke to the Zonta Club of Pontiac-North Oakland about U.S. immigration on June 11, 2017.

In June 2017 Daniel G. Beyer obtained a defense verdict in a wrongful death medical malpractice action in Oakland County.

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.

Max Sneyd and Katherine Cser obtained summary disposition in a breach of contract and unjust enrichment case in favor their client, a local snack foods company.

On March 31, 2017, Kerr Russell attorneys Daniel Beyer, Patrick Haddad and Catherine Edwards spoke at the Medical Legal Conference presented by the Oakland County Bar Association and Oakland County Medical Society at the Bloomfield Open Hunt Club.

On March 21, 2017, Kerr Russell attorney James DeLine obtained a unanimous victory in the Michigan Court of Appeals in a supply chain dispute.

In March 10, 2017, the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern District of Michigan appointed Jason W. Bank to its Mediation Panel.

On Friday, January 27, President Trump signed an Executive Order which bars individuals who are citizens of Iran, Iraq, Syria, Sudan, Yemen, Libya and Somalia from entering the United States for at least 90 days.

Kerr Russell is pleased to have been recognized again by the M&A Advisor who today announced that Kerr Russell was among the winners of the 11th Annual Turnaround Awards.

In December 2016 Daniel G. Beyer and Jeffrey A. May completed the successful defense of a radiologist in a wrongful death lawsuit filed in Oakland County.

On November 28, 2016, the Wayne County Circuit Court’s Business Court ruled in favor of an auto supplier represented by James DeLine and Max Sneyd.

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.

KR was recently awarded 2015 "Materials Deal of the Year" by The M&A Advisor for its Representation of Zhongli Corporation in connection with the its acquisition of Stern Rubber Company. Zhongli Corporation was principally represented by KR members Mike Gibson and Rich Buslepp.

Kerr Russell attorneys have been named SuperLawyers for 2016, two have been named to the Michigan Top 100 and four have been named as Rising Stars.

Daniel Beyer and Katherine Cser obtained summary disposition in a personal injury lawsuit in favor of the defendant, a major trucking corporation.

In September 2016, Daniel Beyer and William Blasses successfully completed the defense of a steel mill owner and operator that had been sued in the Jackson County Circuit Court by an injured employee who alleged an exception to the Michigan law that limits an employee's remedy to a Workers' Compensation action.

Kerr, Russell, John D. Gatti and Michael D. Gibson have been named finalists for M&A Advisor's Restructuring Deal of the Year (Under $100MM) Award for their work in the 363 Sale of Quantum Technologies.

The Sixth Circuit on Friday upheld a Michigan federal court’s determination that the ex-­employees of a fastener company who started a rival business owe their former employer $3.68 million in damages for unfair competition, unjust enrichment and several other counts.

The acquisition of Stern Rubber by Shanghai Zhongli has been named as a finalist by the M&A Advisor for the 8th Annual International M&A Awards.

A popular Gaylord-area resort whose big-name owners include former Chrysler Corp. CEO Robert Eaton may be ready to seek new financing for improvements and growth after improving its balance sheet and unloading nearly $35 million in debt.