Dykema Gossett PLLC
Industry: Law firm
DescriptionDykema is a law firm serving business entities worldwide on a wide range of complex legal issues. The firm was founded in 1926 in Detroit by Raymond K. Dykema, Elroy O. Jones and Renville Wheat. Headquarters: Detroit, Michigan, United States Number of attorneys: 425 (2015) Founded: 1926 No. of attorneys: 425 (2015) Motto: Exceptional Service. Dykema delivers. Number of offices: 13
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Dykema Gossett PLLC Employees
Natural Resources Defense Council October 2014 - Present
Ecology Center January 2014 - May 2014
Dykema Gossett PLLC June 2013 - August 2013
Office of Congressman Sander Levin January 2013 - April 2013
Skills
Research, Teamwork, Collaboration, Politics, Microsoft Office, Advanced Excel, Social Media, WordPress, Event Planning
Education
Johns Hopkins University Advanced Academic Programs 2015 — 2018
Master of Science (M.S.), Environmental Science & Policy
University of Michigan 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology, Political Science
Robert Half Finance & Accounting / SPS Salaried Professional Services September 2014 - December 2014
Robert Half Finance & Accounting / SPS Salaried Professional Services May 2014 - September 2014
Stewart Lender Services (formerly Allonhill - see below) September 2013 - January 2014
Allonhill May 2013 - September 2013
Robert Half Finance & Accounting / SPS Salaried Professional Services May 2013 - July 2013
Lathrop & Gage LLP June 2010 - July 2012
Faegre & Benson LLP October 2004 - August 2009
Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge 1998 - 2004
Miller Johnson 1996 - 1998
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1991 - 1996
Skills
Finance, Accounting, Analysis, Management, Financial Reporting, Strategy, Budgeting, Operations Management, Budgets, Cash Management, Cross-functional Team..., Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Real Estate, Due Diligence, Insurance, Litigation, Risk Management
Education
Michigan State University
BA, Financial Administration
General Motors Institute (Kettering University)
Industrial Engineering
Wonderland Rabbit Rescue August 2012 - Present
Treasured Pets - MI July 2008 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 1989 - January 2000
Skills
Fundraising, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Social Media, Event Management, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Research, Customer Service, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Coaching, Marketing, Animal Nutrition, Animal Behavior, Animal Welfare
Education
Henry Ford Community College 1983 — 1985
Associate of Liberal Arts, 4.0
Dykema March 2015 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC April 2008 - March 2015
Atwell-Hicks May 2007 - March 2008
Atwell Hicks June 2005 - March 2008
MET, Inc May 2005 - June 2005
Alltel September 2000 - August 2004
Skills
Troubleshooting, Software Installation, Windows, Telecommunications, Technical Support, Project Management
Education
Michigan State University 2000 — 2005
BA, Telecommunications and Information Systems
Dykema Gossett PLLC February 2008 - Present
EDS Group March 1999 - December 2007
Skills
Miscrosoft Office..., Adobe Photoshop..., HTML
Education
Macomb Community College
Associate, Business
BARTLEY LAW, P.A. June 2008 - Present
Broad and Cassel June 2004 - June 2008
Hodgson Russ LLP January 2003 - May 2004
Roberta Dunn Bartley, P.A July 1996 - January 2003
Mitchell B. Kirschner, P.A. August 1995 - July 1996
Rutherford Minerley Mulhall August 1994 - August 1995
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 1990 - August 1992
McCune Hiaasen Crum Ferris & Gardner September 1987 - January 1990
Holland & Knight LLP August 1986 - September 1987
Coopers & Lybrand September 1977 - August 1983
Education
University of Miami School of Law
LL.M. in Estate Planning
University of Florida - Fredric G. Levin College of Law
LL.M. in Taxation
University of Florida - Fredric G. Levin College of Law
J.D.
University of Florida - Warrington College of Business Administration
M.B.A., Accounting
Lehigh University - College of Business and Economics
B.S., Finance, Management
Rancocas Valley Regional High School
CPA Global August 2014 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC August 2013 - July 2014
Sunshine Heart, Inc January 2013 - July 2013
Merchant & Gould P.C. November 2012 - January 2013
Fish & Richardson P.C. February 2012 - October 2012
Faegre Baker Daniels LLP 2005 - 2012
Education
Minnesota School of Business 2004 — 2005
Associates Degree, Paralegal
Iowa State University 1999 — 2003
BA, Sociology
Africa Energy Counselors January 2014 - Present
McLellan Law Offices, PLLC April 2007 - Present
JNL Series Trust December 2003 - Present
State of Michigan 1987 - Present
Council for Africa Infrastructure Development 2009 - 2014
Council for Africa Infrastructure Development 2009 - 2014
Michigan State University 2009 - 2012
Dykema Gossett PLLC February 1973 - April 2007
Skills
Government Relations, Public Policy, Education Policy, Constitutional Law, West Africa, Policy Analysis, Lobbying, Non-profits, Legislative Relations, Politics, Public Speaking, Political Campaigns, Government, Leadership, Nonprofits, Policy, Political Consulting, Legal Writing, Message Development, Grant Writing, Media Relations, Social Media, Community Development, Grassroots Organizing, Program Development, Legal Research, Public Relations, Mediation, Strategic Communications, Westlaw, Commercial Litigation, Grants, Research, International Relations, Public Affairs, Community Outreach, Strategic Planning, Criminal Law, Courts, Legislation, Fundraising, Crisis Communications, Editing, Economic Development, Employment Law, Administrative Law, Leadership Development, Speech Writing, Event Planning, Volunteer Management
Education
University of Michigan Law School 1964 — 1967
JD, Law
Michigan State University 1960 — 1964
BA with Honors, Advertising
Dykema Gossett PLLC September 2013 - Present
University of Detroit Mercy March 2012 - May 2013
Dykema Gossett PLLC May 2012 - July 2012
Hewlett Packard (formerly Electronic Data Systems) October 2005 - August 2010
Skills
Finance, Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Legal Writing, Financial Analysis, Legal Research, Process Improvement, Strategic Financial..., Analysis, Risk Management
Education
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law 2010 — 2013
JD, magna cum laude
Michigan State University 2001 — 2005
BA, Finance
Michigan Supreme Court July 2013 - Present
Michigan House of Representatives February 2011 - July 2013
State of Michigan - Department of Community Health August 2010 - February 2011
Dykema Gossett PLLC July 2006 - August 2010
Michigan Department of Community Health December 2000 - July 2006
Michigan Legislature 1998 - 2000
Skills
Public Policy, Government Relations, Administrative Law, Legal Research, Policy, Political Campaigns, Government, Policy Analysis, Politics, Appeals, Election Law, Legal Writing, Legislation, State Government, Litigation, Legislative Research, Legislative Relations, Courts, Coalitions, Political Consulting, Westlaw
Education
Thomas M. Cooley Law School 2003 — 2006
J.D.
Michigan State University 1997 — 2000
BA, International Relations
Toyota Motor Sales March 2011 - Present
CNA 2009 - 2010
Dykema Gossett PLLC 2006 - 2009
Harvey Kruse, PC 2003 - 2006
Secrest Wardle 2000 - 2002
David D. Patton & Associates 1995 - 2000
Skills
Litigation, Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Torts, Legal Research, Toxic Tort, Arbitration, Mediation, Public Liability, Trade Secrets, Trials, Wrongful Death, Employment Law, Intellectual Property, Courts
Education
Wayne State University Law School 1992 — 1995
JD
Michigan State University 1988 — 1992
BA, James Madison College
Albright Stonebridge Group May 2013 - Present
International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce February 2010 - May 2013
U.S. Department of Commerce June 2009 - February 2010
Foley & Lardner LLP August 2003 - June 2009
Dykema Gossett PLLC September 1991 - August 2003
Skills
International Trade, International Relations, International Economics, Foreign Affairs, Foreign Policy, Policy Analysis, Government, International..., Diplomacy, Economics, Policy, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Strategic Planning, International Law, Politics, Strategy, Economic Development, Legislative Relations
Education
Harvard Law School 1988 — 1991
Doctor of Law (JD)
University of Michigan 1984 — 1988
A.B. with high honors, Political Science
Miller Canfield September 1999 - Present
Mason, Steinhardt, Jacobs, Perlman & Pesick 1998 - 1999
Robert D. Stein & Associates 1997 - 1998
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1994 - 1997
Bowman & Brooke 1993 - 1994
Timmis & Inman 1993 - 1993
Ford Motor Co. 1992 - 1992
Lynberg & Watkins 1987 - 1992
Skills
Litigation Support, Document Review, Litigation, Legal Assistance, Appeals, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Mediation, Product Liability, Courts, Family Law, Arbitration, Depositions, Joint Ventures, Trial Practice, Legal Discovery, Employment Law, Corporate Law, Litigation Management, Torts, Alternative Dispute..., Administrative Law, Securities Litigation, Trademarks, Class Actions, Trials
Education
University of West Los Angeles 1984 — 1985
Paralegal Certificate, Law
Howard University 1976 — 1980
B.A., Political Science
University of West Los Angeles, School of Law
Vanderbilt University Medical Center July 2015 - Present
Centre for Infectious Disease Research in Zambia August 2014 - July 2015
University of Minnesota February 2008 - August 2014
University of Minnesota October 2007 - January 2008
University of Minnesota May 2007 - September 2007
Michigan State University December 2006 - May 2007
World Health Organization August 2006 - December 2006
Dykema Gossett PLLC May 2006 - August 2006
Michigan State University May 2005 - August 2006
Michigan State University May 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Community Outreach, Program Development, Grant Writing, Teaching, Higher Education, Research, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Leadership, Nonprofits, Leadership Development, Comparative..., DNA electrophoresis, Molecular Biology, Virology, Genetics, Molecular & Cellular..., Legal Research, Research Design, Mammalian Cell Culture, Western Blotting, qPCR, Drug Testing, DNA extraction, DNA sequencing, Legal Writing, Oral Arguments, Oral & Written..., Written & Oral..., Scientific Writing, Drug Resistance, Website Development, Strategic Planning, Non-profit Board..., Non-profit Program..., Event Planning, Conference Coordination, Diversity Training, RNA isolation, Molecular Virology, Mechanism Of Action..., Innate Immunity, Fundraising, Toxicity, Laboratory, Public Policy, Lifesciences, Bioinformatics, DNA, Community Organizing
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2007 — 2014
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Molecular, Cellular, Developmental Biology & Genetics
University of Minnesota Law School 2008 — 2012
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Magna Cum Laude, Concentration in Health Law and Bioethics
Michigan State University 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Social Relations and Policy, James Madison College, Graduated with Honors
Michigan State University 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Microbiology and Molecular Genetics, Lyman Briggs School, Graduated with Honors
Lakeview High School 1998 — 2002
High School
Dykema Gossett PLLC October 2012 - Present
Taxpayers' Federation of Illinois January 2010 - January 2012
Illinois Bankers Association January 2006 - December 2009
Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation January 2003 - December 2005
Illinois House Democratic Issues Development Staff October 1999 - December 2002
Illinois House Democratic Staff & Democratic Party of Illinois 2000 - 2002
Skills
Political Campaigns, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Professional Licensure, Banking, Economic Development, Tax, Legislation, Legislative Relations
Education
Regis University 1997 — 1999
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
Lincoln Land Community College 1995 — 1997
Associate's degree
Laura J. Eisele PLC February 2014 - Present
AlixPartners October 2007 - January 2014
Kerr, Russell and Weber, PLC 2006 - 2007
Foley and Lardner 2003 - 2006
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1991 - 2002
Honigman Miller 1989 - 1991
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Bankruptcy, Corporate Law, Chapter 11, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Corporate Governance, Litigation Support, Business Transactions, Restructuring, Legal Writing, Due Diligence, Joint Ventures, Intellectual Property, Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal Discovery, Legal Research, Mediation, Dispute Resolution, Licensing, FCPA
Education
Wayne State University Law School 1986 — 1989
JD, Magna Cum Laude
Michigan State University 1979 — 1984
Bachelor of Science, Engineering, Journalism
Faurecia North America June 2012 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC March 2011 - May 2012
Bowman and Brooke LLP May 2000 - March 2011
Skills
Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Product Liability
Education
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law 1999 — 2002
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Grand Valley State University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Eisenhower High School 1993 — 1995
Dykema Gossett PLLC July 2003 - Present
Feeney Kellett 2000 - 2003
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Courts, Arbitration, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Real Estate, Class Actions, Appeals, Land Use Litigation, Business Litigation, Trial Practice, Trade Secrets
Education
Wayne State University Law School 1994 — 1997
JD, cum laude, Law
Michigan State University 1989 — 1993
BS, Business/prelaw
Strategic Staffing Solutions April 2013 - Present
TEC Tecnical Engineering Consultants, Inc June 2012 - April 2013
Ramco-Gershenson Properties Trust July 2006 - June 2012
Accountemps Staffing Agency July 2004 - July 2006
Ajilon Finance April 2004 - July 2004
KForce Staffing Agency January 2004 - April 2004
Dykema Gossett, PLLC January 1998 - October 2003
Skills
Invoicing, Auditing, Tax, Accounts Receivable, Accounting, Finance, General Ledger, Journal Entries, Accounts Payable, Microsoft Excel, Data Entry, Customer Service, Spreadsheets, Payroll, Account Reconciliation, Budgets, Analysis
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Accounting and Business/Management, 3.0
Siena Heights University 2010 — 2011
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management, General, 3.3
Matthew C. Ferguson Law Firm November 2014 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC September 2007 - November 2014
The Roth Law Group, LLC October 2004 - August 2007
United States Senate Office of Legislative Counsel June 2006 - August 2006
Volunteers of America (VOA) July 2002 - July 2004
Colorado Public Interest Research Group August 2001 - June 2002
Americorp NCCC 2000 - 2001
Skills
Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Leadership, Appeals, Legal Writing, Corporate Law, Arbitration, Courts, Intellectual Property, Mediation, Trials, Westlaw, Trial Practice, Employment Law, Torts, Business Litigation
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 2004 — 2007
Doctor of Law (J.D.) cum laude
Northwestern University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Major: Environmental Sciences, Minor: Business Institutions
JMM
Law Office of William L. Logan, PLLC September 2010 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1999 - 2010
State of Michigan 1996 - 1999
United States District Court, E.D. of Michigan 1990 - 1995
Skills
Public Finance, Real Estate, Consumer Financial..., Real Estate Transactions, Finance, Business, Business Transactions, Corporate Law, Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Creditors' Rights, Appeals, Administrative Law, Legal Writing, Construction Law, Employment Law, Corporate Finance, Due Diligence, Mediation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Property Law, Legal Advice, Environmental Law, Legal Issues, Joint Ventures, Tax Law, Insurance Law, Product Liability, Contract Negotiation, Licensing, Westlaw, Dispute Resolution, Alternative Dispute..., Litigation Support, Breach Of Contract, Securities, Consumer Law, State Government, Leadership, Financial Services
Education
MSU College of Law 1989 — 1990
JD, Summa Cum Laude, 1st in Class
Louisiana State University
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration
University Hospitals Health System January 2015 - Present
University Hospitals Health System June 2013 - Present
University Hospitals Health System April 2008 - June 2013
Dykema Gossett PLLC 2006 - 2008
Skills
Legal Writing, Pleadings, Legal Research, Westlaw, Document Review, Litigation Support, Corporate Law, Legal Documents, Lexis, Civil Litigation, Courts, Contract Negotiation, Healthcare, Customer Service, Legal Assistance, Legal Compliance, LexisNexis, Litigation, Strategic Planning
Education
Northwood University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Lansing Community College 2001 — 2004
Associate of Arts (AA), Business Administration and Management, General
Burke, Warren, MacKay & Serritella February 2015 - Present
V&V Supremo Foods, Inc. August 2013 - February 2015
Dykema Gossett PLLC April 2002 - August 2013
Skills
Trials, Pleadings, Litigation Support, Litigation, Courts, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Legal Research, Appeals, Corporate Law, CT Summation, Nonprofits, Intellectual Property, Depositions, Non-profits, Bilingual Proficiency, Medical Translation, Marketing Strategy, Case Management Software, Foreclosures, PATTSY, Google Applications, Google Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Social Media..., Salesforce.com
Education
Kaplan University 2011 — 2013
Master’s Degree, Masters in Criminal Justice
Loyola University Chicago 2004 — 2005
Certificate, Paralegal
Northeastern Illinois University 1999 — 2000
B.S., Spanish/Criminal Justice
University of Illinois at Chicago 1995 — 1999
Pre-Nursing
Turning Points Mediation January 2010 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC May 1984 - May 2008
Education
Yale Law School 1968 — 1971
JD
Michigan State University 1965 — 1966
Masters Degree, Labor and Industrial Relations
The Ohio State University 1962 — 1965
BA, Sociology
Michigan Economic Development Corporation October 2012 - Present
Michigan Economic Development Corporation April 2010 - October 2012
MEDC April 2006 - April 2010
Dykema Gossett PLLC April 2002 - April 2006
KPMG Consulting (Now Bearing Point) April 1990 - October 2001
Skills
Economic Development, Public Policy, Non-profits, Government, Legislative Relations, Legislation, Politics, Grants, Community Development, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Policy, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Program Management, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Local Government, Community Engagement, Strategic Communications, Event Planning, Research, Program Evaluation, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Public Administration, Proposal Writing, Public Relations, Media Relations, Strategic Planning, International Relations, Workforce Development
Education
Lansing Community College 1986 — 1988
Business
FDIC April 2011 - Present
FDIC August 2009 - April 2011
Michigan State Law Review May 2008 - May 2009
Miller Canfield May 2008 - August 2008
MSU Office of General Counsel August 2007 - December 2007
Office of the Michigan Attorney General - Consumer Protection May 2007 - August 2007
Dykema Gossett PLLC June 2005 - April 2006
Michigan State University 2005 - 2005
Skills
Civil Litigation, Legal Advice, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Negotiation, Electronic Discovery
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 2006 — 2009
J.D., Summa Cum Laude
Michigan State University 2002 — 2006
B.A., with honors, Political Theory
Michigan State University 2002 — 2006
B.A., with honors, General Business Administration
Ford Motor Company March 2005 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC August 2003 - March 2005
Skills
Commercial Litigation
Education
Wayne State University Law School 2000 — 2003
JD
Michigan State University 1995 — 1999
BA, Business/Law
Divine Child High School 1992 — 1995
Oakland Schools August 2010 - Present
Oakland Schools 2005 - 2010
Dykema Gossett PLLC 2005 - 2005
Tek Systems 2004 - 2005
EDS Group 2001 - 2003
EDS Group 2000 - 2001
Birmingham Public Library 1996 - 2000
Multiple Schools and Districts 1996 - 2000
Starkey International Institute 1994 - 1995
KNUS Radio 1993 - 1994
Skills
Editing, Training, Management, Outlook, System Administration, Proofreading, PowerPoint, Access, Troubleshooting, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Instructional Design, Public Speaking, Program Management, Project Management, Staff Development, Career Counseling, Microsoft Office, Coaching, MS Project
Education
IKON Technology Services 1999 — 1999
MCSE, MCP+I, MCP
ExecuTrain 1998 — 1999
MOUS
University of Colorado Denver 1991 — 1993
New York University 1987 — 1987
Certificate
Kalamazoo College 1982 — 1984
B.A.
Michigan State University 1980 — 1982
Cranbrook 1976 — 1980
Helm & Wagner September 2012 - Present
Porsche May 2011 - May 2012
Loyola University Chicago 2009 - May 2012
The Hunt Law Group April 2010 - March 2011
State of Michigan - Office of the First Gentleman May 2008 - August 2009
MSU Department of Residence Life August 2007 - May 2009
Dykema Gossett PLLC August 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Policy, Legal Research, International Law, Eminent Domain..., Real Estate Litigation, Insurance Coverage..., Telephone Consumer..., International Relations, Real Estate
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 2009 — 2012
JD, International & Comparative Law
Michigan State University 2005 — 2009
B.A., Political Theory, Humanities
Wayne Law Review May 2014 - May 2015
Dykema Gossett PLLC May 2014 - July 2014
ICF International September 2007 - June 2012
Michigan Senate Policy Office January 2007 - May 2007
American Enterprise Institute January 2006 - May 2006
Education
Wayne State University Law School 2012 — 2015
Doctor of Law (JD)
Michigan State University 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), with honors, Interdisciplinary Studies in Social Science - Public Policy Focus
Loyola University Chicago, College of Arts and Science August 2014 - Present
McCaffery Interests August 2013 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC August 2012 - June 2013
US Bank August 2011 - June 2012
Alexian Brothers Medical Center August 2010 - June 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Outlook, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Facebook, Research, Access, Fundraising
Education
Christ the King Jesuit College Prep High School 2010 — 2014
High School Diploma
Loyola University Chicago
The Auto Club Group 2012 - Present
Ross Controls 2008 - 2011
VDO Automotive (Siemens, then Continental) 1999 - 2008
ArvinMeritor 1994 - 1999
United Technologies 1992 - 1994
Harness, Dickey & Pierce, P.L.C. 1990 - 1992
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1989 - 1990
General Motors 1988 - 1989
General Motors 1986 - 1988
Michigan Bell Telephone Company 1985 - 1986
Skills
Electrical Engineering, Intellectual Property, Licensing, Patents, Contract Negotiation, Complex Transactions, International Law, M&A experience, M&A due diligence, International Business, Small Business Law, Due Diligence, Mergers, Small Business, Prosecution, Mergers & Acquisitions, Litigation, Patentability, Patent Prosecution, Technology Transfer, Trade Secrets, Civil Litigation, Corporate Law, Trademarks, Real Estate Transactions, Commercial Litigation, Patent Litigation, Employment Law, Joint Ventures, Copyright Law, Strategy, Software Licensing, Legal Writing, Corporate Governance, Arbitration, Litigation Management, Legal Research, Legal Advice, Mediation, Bankruptcy, Legal Compliance, Dispute Resolution, Negotiation, Litigation Support, Legal Assistance
Education
University of Detroit Mercy 1988 — 1991
MBA, Business Administration, Management and Operations, magna cum laude
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law 1988 — 1991
JD, Law, summa cum laude
Lawrence Technological University 1981 — 1985
BSEE, Electrical Engineering, magna cum laude
Lawrence Technological University 1981 — 1984
BSMa/CS, Mathematics / Computer Science, magna cum laude
Berkley
Michigan State University August 2015 - Present
Students Consulting for Non-Profit Organizations (MSU) May 2015 - Present
Brown Gibbons Lang & Company May 2015 - August 2015
Students Consulting for Non-Profit Organizations (MSU) May 2014 - May 2015
Quicken Loans May 2014 - August 2014
Dykema Gossett PLLC May 2013 - August 2013
Education
Michigan State University 2012 — 2016
Finance
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1997 - Present
Education
Marquette University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communications and Political Science
The John Marshall Law School
Dykema Gossett PLLC December 2012 - Present
Abbott Laboratories March 2011 - November 2012
Dykema Gossett PLLC February 2006 - March 2011
Kirkland & Ellis LLP September 1994 - February 2006
Kirkland & Ellis LLP October 1993 - September 1994
Kirkland & Ellis LLP August 1990 - September 1993
Kirkland & Ellis LLP September 1987 - August 1990
Skills
Litigation, Trial Practice, Appellate Practice, Courts, Arbitration, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Class Actions, Product Liability, Competition Law, Dispute Resolution, Internal Investigations, Civil Litigation
Education
University of Notre Dame Law School 1984 — 1987
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Michigan State University 1979 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Accounting
Owosso High School 1975 — 1979
ReGroup Advisors, Inc. May 2012 - June 2014
KMB Advisors, LLC. 2011 - June 2014
Detroit Regional Chamber November 2011 - August 2012
Dykema Gossett PLLC 2010 - 2011
Dana Corporation 2009 - 2010
ArvinMeritor 2008 - 2009
Ford Motor Credit Company 2008 - 2008
Ford Motor Credit Company 2004 - 2007
Ford Motor Company 2002 - 2004
Ford Motor Company 2001 - 2002
Skills
Internal Controls, Process Improvement, Leadership, Accounting, Team Building, Finance, Financial Reporting, Project Planning, Financial Analysis, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Risk Management, Automotive, Mergers, Budgets, Business Strategy, Six Sigma, Change Management, Forecasting, Restructuring, Business Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Managerial Finance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategy, Portfolio Management, Training, Sales, Management Consulting, Analysis, Human Resources, New Business Development, Executive Management, Valuation, Start-ups, Due Diligence, Competitive Analysis, Manufacturing, Management, CFOs, Controllership Functions, Auditing, Negotiation, Leadership Development, Risk Assessment, Operations Management, Marketing Strategy, Financial Modeling, Investments
Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 1985 — 1990
MBA, Finance and Operations Management
Michigan State University 1977 — 1981
BA, Business
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 2012 - Present
U.S. Department of Agriculture June 2010 - December 2010
Georgetown University Law Center May 2008 - August 2009
University of Michigan Sport Marketing January 2007 - April 2008
Skills
Litigation, Data Management, Data Analysis, Social Media, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Writing, Copy Editing, Legal Research, Internet Research, Time Management, Community Relations, Legal Writing
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 2008 — 2011
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
University of Michigan 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sport Management
Shumaker, Loop & Kendrick, LLP 2012 - Present
Greenberg Traurig, LLP 1997 - 2011
Akerman Senterfitt 1993 - 1995
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1983 - 1993
Skills
Business and..., Federal Tax, Limited Partnerships, Limited Liability..., Partnership Taxation, Tax Law, Tax, Joint Ventures, Commercial Litigation, Real Estate, Business Planning, Civil Litigation, Start-ups
Education
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law 1976 — 1979
Juris Doctor, Law
Michigan State University 1971 — 1976
BA, Pre-Law
Dykema Gossett PLLC July 2008 - Present
Schwartz Cooper Chartered 1993 - 2008
Associate Attorney 1989 - 1993
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates June 1988 - August 1988
Skills
Real Estate Transactions, Commercial Leasing, Commercial Real Estate, Real Estate, Legal Advice, Property Law
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 1986 — 1989
JD, Law
University of Michigan 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Dykema Gossett PLLC 2011 - Present
Wallace King Domike & Reiskin, PLLC January 2006 - August 2011
Hogan & Hartson, LLC 1985 - 2005
Skills
Class Actions, Product Liability, Litigation, Appeals, Courts, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Trial Practice, Torts, Mediation, Trials, Construction Law, Alternative Dispute..., Personal Injury, Breach Of Contract, Business Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Administrative Law, Personal Injury..., Public Liability
Education
Harvard Law School 1981 — 1984
JD, Law
Princeton University 1977 — 1981
AB, Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs
Camino Nuevo Charter Academy October 2013 - Present
Education Pioneers July 2013 - September 2013
David M. Bass & Associates February 2013 - June 2013
Dykema Gossett PLLC April 2008 - August 2012
Riverside County District Attorney's Office/Bureau of Investigation September 2005 - March 2008
Law and Advocacy for Women July 2004 - August 2004
Gouveia Vieira Advogados May 2004 - June 2004
Inter-American Commission on Human Rights August 2003 - December 2003
D.C. Family Literacy Project September 2002 - August 2003
Center for a Free Cuba June 2003 - July 2003
Skills
Litigation, Research, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Civil Litigation, Program Development, Strategic Planning
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 2002 — 2005
JD, Law
Marketing Associates February 2015 - Present
Covisint April 2014 - February 2015
Dykema Gossett PLLC October 2012 - April 2014
Credit Acceptance Corporation October 2005 - September 2012
ChannelVantage January 2005 - October 2005
R L Polk July 2002 - September 2004
Skills
Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Operations Management, Sales Operations, Performance Metrics, SQL, SAS, VBA, Business Objects, Microsoft Excel, Sales Management, Corporate Finance, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Sales, Finance, Access, Process Improvement, Data Analysis, Customer Satisfaction, Analysis, Banking
Education
Michigan State University - The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management 2011 — 2013
MBA, Integrative Management
Oakland University 1999 — 2002
B.S., Finance
Dykema Gossett PLLC March 2011 - Present
Bowman and Brooke LLP November 1994 - March 2011
Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook September 1991 - November 1994
Fred J. Fresard, P.C. September 1990 - September 1991
Skills
Civil Litigation, Mass Torts, Class Actions, Complex Litigation, Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Trials, Litigation Management, Litigation, Trial Practice, Torts, Personal Injury
Education
Northwestern University 1999 — 1999
Traffic Accident Reconstruction
University of Notre Dame Law School 1987 — 1990
J.D., Law
Michigan State University 1985 — 1987
B.A., Humanities Pre-Law
Voya Financial January 2009 - Present
Meridian Asset Planning, Inc. 2007 - 2008
Wachovia Financial Network 1998 - 2007
Keywell & Rosenfeld 1992 - 1998
Hill, Lewis 1986 - 1992
Morris, Rowland, Prekel, Paquette & White 1980 - 1986
Rollins, Genser & White 1973 - 1980
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1969 - 1973
Education
Kalamazoo College
University of Michigan
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science and Government
Wayne State University
Master of Laws (Taxation)
Wayne State University Law School
Juris Doctor
Fraser Trebilcock Davis & Dunlap, P.C. June 2013 - Present
Sparrow Health System July 2011 - June 2013
Brandt Fisher Alward and Pezzetti, PC December 2005 - April 2011
Lewis, Schuknecht & Keilitz July 2003 - November 2004
Traverse City Area Public Schools September 1997 - June 2003
Mt. Pisgah Christian School October 1992 - May 1997
Michigan National Corporation June 1984 - June 1987
Dykema Gossett PLLC June 1981 - July 1984
Skills
Legal Research, Westlaw, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Outlook, Litigation Support, Fundraising, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Legal Writing, Microsoft Office, Administrative..., Document Review, Pleadings
Education
Grand Valley State University 1998 — 2001
BA, English/Elementary Education
Institute for Paralegal Training 1980 — 1981
Certification, General Law
Michigan State University 1976 — 1980
BA, Communications
Tribune Media June 2015 - Present
Axiom February 2012 - June 2015
McGaugh Law Group LLC November 2010 - April 2012
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 2006 - June 2010
Thompson Hine LLP September 2001 - December 2005
National Collegiate Athletic Association May 1999 - April 2001
Skills
Commercial Contracts, Securities, Securities Regulation, Corporate Law, merger, Privacy Law, Courts, Westlaw, Arbitration, Legal Compliance, Contractual Agreements, Corporate Finance, Litigation Management, Negotiation, Private Equity, Document Review, Finance, Legal Advice, Legal Issues, Competition Law, Commercial Real Estate, Mergers & Acquisitions, Restructuring, Litigation Support, Estate Planning, Venture Capital, Trials, Real Estate, Business Transactions, Immigration Law, Private Placements, Dispute Resolution
Education
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law 1998 — 2001
JD, Law
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1987 — 1991
BS, Business Administration
Quarles & Brady LLP 2008 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC 2006 - 2008
Burris, Wright, Slaughter & Tom, LLC 2001 - 2006
DLA Piper 2000 - 2001
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP 1997 - 2000
Barnes & Thornburg LLP 1995 - 1997
Skills
Contract Negotiations, Contract Drafting, Corporate Governance, Securities, Mergers, Joint Ventures, Licensing, Legal Writing, Corporate Law, Contract Negotiation, Employment Law, Commercial Litigation, Closings, Mergers & Acquisitions, Trade Secrets, Mediation, Construction Law, Patents, Strategy, Private Equity, Courts, Corporate Finance, Trademark Infringement, Due Diligence, Securities Regulation, Intellectual Property, Dispute Resolution, Arbitration, Class Actions, Civil Litigation, Patent Litigation, Competition Law, Legal Compliance, Litigation, Litigation Support, Acquisitions, Trial Practice, Legal Advice, Copyright Law, Alternative Dispute..., Trademarks, Trials, Product Liability, Administrative Law, Legal Research, International Law, Bankruptcy, Business Transactions, Negotiation, Appeals
Education
Northwestern University School of Law 1992 — 1995
Juris Doctor, Law
Hampton University 1988 — 1992
BA, Political Science
Forensic Analysis & Engineering Corporation (FAEC) June 2015 - Present
Anderson Economic Group November 2013 - June 2015
Dykema Gossett PLLC May 2013 - November 2013
Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP December 2012 - May 2013
McLellan Law Offices, PLLC June 2011 - December 2012
City of Lansing MI January 2012 - May 2012
John Paul Mitchell Systems 2004 - November 2011
Michigan House of Representatives January 2011 - May 2011
Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Research, Politics, Time Management, Intellectual Property, Legislation, Legislative Relations, Public Relations, Editing, Social Media, PowerPoint, Writing, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Policy, Grassroots Organizing, Public Speaking, Financial Accounting, Patents, Fundraising, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Office Administration, Project Management
Education
Michigan State University 2010 — 2012
James Madison College, BA, International Relations, Political Economy
Lansing Community College
Paralegal, Law
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1999 - Present
U.S. District Court, E.D. Michigan 1997 - 1999
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Appeals, Civil Litigation, Trade Secrets, Class Actions, Business Litigation, Trial Practice, Trials, Appellate Practice, Business Transactions, Courts, Legal Writing
Education
Wayne State University Law School 1994 — 1997
JD
Michigan State University 1990 — 1994
BA, Eli Broad College of Business
General Motors February 2015 - Present
Nissan Technical Center North America January 2012 - 2015
Bose McKinney & Evans LLP September 2010 - December 2010
Michigan Court of Appeals February 2010 - July 2010
Thomas M. Cooley Law School, Sixty Plus Clinic December 2008 - August 2009
Victoria's Secret August 2007 - November 2007
Michigan State University College of Law August 2006 - May 2007
Dykema Gossett PLLC June 2004 - August 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, Corporate Blogging, Marketing, Management, Customer Service, Research
Education
Thomas M. Cooley Law School 2007 — 2011
Juris Doctor, Legal
Michigan State University 2004 — 2007
B.A., Political Science/Pre-Law
University of Hawaii at Manoa 2002 — 2004
Transfered, Transfered
Ann Arbor Huron High School 1999 — 2002
Yes, General
EDMC October 2011 - Present
EDMC May 2010 - April 2011
TeleTracking Technologies June 2009 - November 2009
The Honorable Michael McCarthy, Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas May 2009 - August 2009
Dykema Gossett PLLC August 2007 - December 2007
Education
University of Pittsburgh School of Law 2008 — 2011
Juris Doctor, Law
Michigan State University 2004 — 2008
BA, Political Theory & Constitutional Democracy
CSC June 2012 - Present
IBM July 2010 - June 2012
Michigan House of Representatives May 2008 - July 2010
Dykema Gossett PLLC May 2009 - August 2009
First National Bank of America April 2004 - August 2007
Dykema Gossett PLLC May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Intellectual Property, Legal Research, Public Policy, Legislation, Legislative Relations, Research, Negotiation, Legal Advice, Politics, Policy Analysis, Legal Issues, Information Technology, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, IT Outsourcing, Business Transformation
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 2007 — 2010
Juris Doctorate
Michigan State University 2003 — 2007
BA, International Relations
Markowitz, Herbold, Glade & Mehlhaf, P.C. October 2007 - March 2014
Michigan Economic Development Corporation September 2006 - March 2007
Dykema Gossett, PLLC September 2003 - May 2006
Michigan Department of Career Development October 1999 - January 2002
Office of Governor John Engler June 1997 - October 1999
Michigan House of Representatives February 1995 - May 1997
Michigan House of Representatives September 1991 - February 1995
Skills
Litigation, Trials, Legal Research, Commercial Litigation, Legal Writing, Legislation, Policy, Pleadings, Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Civil Litigation
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 1999 — 2003
Juris Doctor
Michigan State University 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts, English
The Law Offices of Alex W. Craigie March 2014 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC July 2003 - February 2014
Feeney Kellet Wienner & Bush August 2001 - July 2003
Grace Genson Cosgrove & Schirm May 1994 - August 2001
Hill Genson Even Crandall & Wade June 1992 - May 1994
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Employment Law, Mediation, Alternative Dispute..., Product Liability..., Toxic Tort Litigation, Real Estate Litigation, Local Counsel, Product Liability, Breach Of Contract, Discrimination, Trial Practice, Legal Advice, Business Litigation
Education
Loyola Law School, Loyola Marymount University 1990 — 1993
Juris Doctor, Law
University of California, San Diego 1987 — 1990
BA, Philosophy, Literature-Writing
Rim of the World High School 1980 — 1984
AdvaMed June 2010 - Present
National Strategies, LLC November 2009 - June 2010
Allergan May 2007 - April 2009
Cendant Corporation June 2004 - May 2007
American Council of Life Insurers November 2001 - June 2004
Kmart Corporation 1998 - 2001
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 1997 - September 1998
Skills
Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Politics, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications, Policy, Government, Media Relations, Non-profits, Crisis Communications, Public Relations, Policy Analysis, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Legislation, Research, Corporate Communications, Economic Development, Nonprofits, Coalitions, Strategy, Grassroots Organizing, Proposal Writing, Political Consulting, Leadership, Grassroots
Education
Michigan State University 1990 — 1994
Bachelor Arts, Political Science/Pre-law
Quinn Law Group PLLC September 2010 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC August 2007 - September 2010
University of Michigan 2003 - 2003
Skills
Patents, Patent Prosecution, Intellectual Property, Patent Litigation
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 2004 — 2007
JD, Law
University of Michigan 2003 — 2003
M.S.E., Mechanical Engineering
University of Michigan 1999 — 2003
B.S.E., Mechanical Engineering
Detroit Catholic Central HS 1995 — 1999
Stryker September 2011 - Present
Stryker January 2011 - September 2011
Stryker October 2007 - December 2010
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 2005 - September 2007
Dykema Gossett PLLC September 2000 - January 2005
United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan September 1998 - August 2000
Skills
Registered Patent..., Intellectual Property..., Patents, Trade Secrets, Patent Prosecution, Patent Litigation, Trademarks, Licensing, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Copyright Law, Patentability, Trademark Infringement, Client Counseling, Mergers, Intellectual Property, Appeals, Trials, Mergers & Acquisitions, Courts, Due Diligence, Legal Writing, Legal Research
Education
Wayne State University Law School 1995 — 1998
Juris Doctor (Magna Cum Laude)
Michigan State University 1990 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (with Honors), Mechanical Engineering
Quarles & Brady LLP May 2015 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC July 2001 - May 2015
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Lewis & Clark Law School
2000
St. Ignatius College Prep.
Tulane University
Dykema Gossett PLLC September 2011 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC May 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Civil Litigation, Litigation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Mediation, Courts, Westlaw
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 2008 — 2011
J.D.
Marquette University 2004 — 2008
Honors B.A., Spanish Language and Literature
Pulte Group, Inc. September 2015 - Present
Michigan Republican Party August 2014 - Present
Committee to Elect Peter J. Lucido February 2014 - Present
Michigan House of Representatives January 2015 - September 2015
Dykema Gossett PLLC May 2013 - September 2013
Cranbrook Educational Community May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Political Campaigns, Grassroots Fundraising, Constituent Relations, Constituency Outreach, Media Relations, Campaign Strategies, Executive..., Government, Special Events..., Scheduling, Psychology, Crisis Management, Volunteer Management, Legal Research, Social Media Marketing, Professional..., Persuasive Writing, Events Organisation, Research Design, Logistics, Legal Writing, Scientific Writing, Legal Assistance, Critical Thinking, Communication, Analytical Reasoning, Branding & Identity, Information Gathering, Negotiation, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Networking, Microsoft Excel, Learning Management..., Adobe Professional, Westlaw, LexisNexis, Hummingbird DM, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Windows, Observational Studies, Data Entry, Writing, Social Media, Microsoft Word
Education
Michigan State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology
Holcim (US) Inc. October 2013 - Present
Holcim (US) Inc. September 2012 - October 2013
Holcim (US) Inc. August 2007 - September 2012
Geocycle US 2003 - 2007
Dykema Gossett PLLC 2001 - 2003
Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP June 1999 - June 2001
Skills
Legal Writing, Corporate Law, Budgets, Project Management, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Contract Negotiation, SAP, Training, Negotiation, Contract Management, Change Management, Risk Management
Education
Northwood University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General, Summa Cum Laude
Henry Ford Community College
Associates, Business
PosiGen January 2015 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC June 2010 - January 2015
Sweat & Associates, PLLC August 2007 - June 2010
Louisiana Department of Revenue January 2006 - April 2006
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Trials, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Appeals, Legal Writing, Courts, Trial Practice, Product Liability, Corporate Law, Business Litigation, Breach Of Contract, Arbitration, Torts, Intellectual Property
Education
Louisiana State University, Paul M. Hebert Law Center 2004 — 2007
JD/BCL
Louisiana State University 1997 — 2002
B.A., Political Science
Loeb & Loeb LLP June 2014 - Present
Thompson Coburn LLP. February 2012 - June 2014
Dykema Gossett PLLC March 2004 - January 2012
Skills
Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Due Diligence, Legal Writing, Corporate Law, Legal Assistance, Litigation, Corporate Governance
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 2009 — 2010
Certificate, Institute for Paralegal Studies
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Administration of Justice
Freudenberg North America September 2009 - Present
Visteon Global Technologies, Inc. November 2006 - September 2009
Dykema Gossett PLLC December 2003 - November 2006
Howard & Howard Attorneys, P.C. October 2000 - December 2003
Warner Norcross & Judd LLP 2000 - 2001
Kohn & Associates October 1998 - October 2000
Brooks Kushman July 1990 - October 1998
Skills
Patents, Intellectual Property, Patent Prosecution, Legal Research, Prosecution, Product Development, Due Diligence, Intellectual Asset..., Operations Management, Database Administration, Patent Portfolio..., Patent Portfolio..., trademark portfolio..., patent procurement, Contract Management, Non-disclosure...
Education
Lawrence Technological University 1983 — 1987
Hazel Park High School 1980 — 1983
High School Diploma, General Studies
Dykema Gossett PLLC December 2003 - November 2010
Perry Johnson, Inc. May 1998 - December 2003
Skills
Accounts Payable, Petty Cash, Accruals, Cash Receipts, Accounting, Disbursements, Accounts Receivable, Microsoft Office, Journal Entries, Deposits, ACH, Reconciliation, Tax, General Ledger, Peachtree, Mas 90, Excel, Data Entry, Access, Outlook, Account Reconciliation, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Bank Reconciliation, Finance, Financial Statements, Spreadsheets, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Tax Returns, Budgets, Payroll Taxes, Sales Tax, Depreciation, Auditing, Due Diligence, Payments
Education
Macomb Community College 1989 — 2011
Associates, Business Administration and Management, General, 3.43
Oakland University
Arukah Health and Wellness July 2014 - Present
AVID Center November 2013 - Present
Transportation for Michigan - Michigan Environmental Council April 2012 - November 2013
Disability Network/Lakeshore June 2008 - April 2012
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 2007 - April 2008
Consumers Energy May 2006 - December 2006
United States Congressman Nick Smith June 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Public Policy, Non-profits, Policy Analysis, Legislation, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Legislative Relations, Research, Coalitions, Politics, Microsoft Office, Legislative Research, Transportation, Grassroots Organizing, Social Media, Event Planning, Transportation Policy, Governmental Affairs, Project Coordination, Advocacy, Facebook, Twitter, Complete Streets, Transportation Planning, Coalition Development, Coalition Management, Office Management, Non-profit..., Office Administration
Education
Grand Valley State University 2009 — 2012
Masters of Public Administration, Public Management & Urban/Regional Policy and Planning
Michigan State University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Social Relations and Policy, Political Economy
Grass Lake High School 2000 — 2004
ZF TRW August 2015 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 2010 - July 2015
Skills
Business and Commercial..., E-discovery Managment, Automotive Litigation, Consumer Financial..., Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Courts, Litigation Support, Personal Injury, Mediation
Education
Wayne State University Law School 2006 — 2009
Juris Doctorate, Law
Kalamazoo College 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, History, Political Science, Religion
United States Department of the Interior, Office of the Solicitor, Division of Indian Affairs January 2012 - April 2012
Dykema Gossett PLLC September 2011 - December 2011
Shinnecock Indian Nation May 2011 - August 2011
United States Department of Commerce June 2011 - July 2011
United States Department of Commerce, Census Bureau January 2010 - May 2010
SUNY Geneseo August 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Westlaw, Litigation, Mediation, Courts, Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Administrative Law, Trials, Appeals, Environmental Law, Commercial Litigation, Intellectual Property, Legal Assistance
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 2010 — 2012
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Lewis & Clark Law School 2012 — 2012
Indian Law Summer Program
The George Washington University 2011 — 2011
The University of New Mexico School of Law 2010 — 2010
State University of New York College at Geneseo 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Michigan Department of Attorney General November 2010 - Present
McLellan Law Offices, PLLC May 2010 - November 2010
Kent County Prosecutor's Office January 2010 - April 2010
Mertens, Laxton and Clement, PLLC January 2009 - January 2010
The Center for Charter Schools, Central Michigan University August 2008 - December 2008
Ingham County Probate Court May 2008 - July 2008
Michigan House of Representatives June 2005 - July 2007
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 2005 - June 2005
Skills
Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Administrative Law, Retirement Systems, Construction Law, Legislation, Legislative Relations
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 2007 — 2010
J.D., Law
Michigan State University 2002 — 2005
B.A., Political Theory & Constitutional Democracy
Flushing High School 1997 — 2001
Diploma
MCCULLOCH LAW PLLC May 2014 - Present
Bush Seyferth & Paige PLLC March 2010 - May 2014
Dykema Gossett PLLC June 1980 - March 2010
Skills
Legal Research, Product Liability, Class Actions, Litigation, Employment Law, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Courts, Mediation, Trials, Trade Secrets, Business Litigation, Arbitration, Trial Practice, Alternative Dispute..., Dispute Resolution
Education
Michigan State University
B.S.
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
L.L.M.
University of Michigan Law School
J.D.
Dykema 2003 - Present
Feeney Kellett Wienner & Bush 2001 - 2003
Grace law firm September 1993 - 2001
General Motors Legal Staff December 1988 - September 1993
Dykema Gossett PLLC August 1985 - December 1988
Skills
Product Liability, Leadership, Management, Commercial Litigation, Intellectual Property, Corporate Law, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Liability, Arbitration, Appeals, Mediation, Legal Research, Corporate Governance, Automotive, Class Actions, Courts, Employment Law, Joint Ventures, Legal Writing, Personal Injury, Trade Secrets, Trials
Education
Wayne State University Law School 1982 — 1985
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Law
Michigan State University 1978 — 1982
Bachelor's Degree, International Relations, French, Economics
Robert Bosch LLC December 2014 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC September 2004 - November 2014
Education
University of Wisconsin Law School 2001 — 2004
J.D.
Kalamazoo College 1995 — 1999
B.A., Political Science
Dykema Gossett PLLC October 2008 - Present
Jenner & Block February 2001 - September 2008
Piper Marbury Rudnick & Wolfe January 2000 - February 2001
Zevnik Horton Guibord & McGovern June 1996 - January 2000
Sargent & Lundy LLP November 1990 - August 1993
Skidmore Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM) 1990 - 1990
Skills
Intellectual Property, Patents, Patent Litigation, Trade Secrets, Trademarks, Unfair Competition, Prosecution, Client Counseling, Copyright Law, Trade Dress, Registered Patent..., Trademark Infringement, Patent Prosecution, Licensing, Litigation
Education
Northwestern University School of Law 1993 — 1996
JD
Iowa State University 1985 — 1989
B.S., Mechanical Engineering
BuckleySandler LLP October 2013 - Present
The Association for the Advancement of Civic Equality in Israel September 2012 - July 2013
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 2010 - August 2012
ACLU of Michigan September 2009 - December 2009
Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society December 2008 - January 2009
Dykema Gossett PLLC May 2008 - August 2008
Federal Trade Commission May 2007 - August 2007
Education
Harvard Law School 2006 — 2009
JD, cum laude
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 2002 — 2006
BA with Highest Distinction, Highest Honors in Political Science, second major in History
Dykema Gossett PLLC MemberDykema Gossett2006 - Present
Michigan Department of Attorney General 1976 - 2006
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Litigation, Mediation, Construction Law, Legal Research, Arbitration, Public Policy, Employment Law
Education
Michigan State University
BA, with Honors
Wayne State University Law School
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
WilliamsAcosta, PLLC January 2002 - Present
Fink Zausmer and Kaufman 1987 - 2001
Simpson Moran 1986 - 1987
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1982 - 1986
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Real Estate, Civil Litigation, Negotiation, Arbitration and..., Mediation, Arbitration, Courts, Family Law, Corporate Law, Appeals, Legal Research, Construction Law, Employment Law, Legal Issues, Legal Writing, Trial Practice, Dispute Resolution, Trials, Product Liability, Business Litigation, Personal Injury, Alternative Dispute..., Criminal Defense, Breach Of Contract, Torts, White Collar Criminal..., Bankruptcy, Wills, Class Actions, Criminal Law, Public Liability, Medical Malpractice, Wrongful Death, Dispute, Employment..., Personal Injury..., Automobile Accidents, Trade Secrets, Hearings, Civil Rights, Public Speaking, Legal Assistance
Education
University of Michigan Law School 1979 — 1982
Juis Doctorate, Law
Michigan State University 1975 — 1979
BA, Political Science Pre-Law
Dykema Gossett PLLC October 2011 - Present
Kerr Russell and Weber March 2008 - September 2011
Michigan Tax Tribunal May 2007 - August 2007
U.S. Bankruptcy Court 2007 - 2007
Ernst & Young May 2006 - August 2006
Winston & Strawn LLP April 2002 - August 2005
Winston & Strawn LLP June 2000 - April 2002
Arnhold and S. Bleichroeder 1998 - 1998
Skills
Tax, Mergers, Succession Planning, International Tax, Estate Planning, Corporate Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Legal Writing, Litigation, LLC, Trusts, Legal Research, Bankruptcy, Tax Law
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 2005 — 2007
Juris Doctor
Michigan State University 1995 — 1999
BS
Grosse Pointe North 1991 — 1995
123.net June 2014 - Present
The Wisley Law Firm, PLLC August 2009 - July 2014
McAlpine & Associates, P.C. May 2007 - August 2009
Kickham Hanley P.C. January 2004 - May 2007
Dykema Gossett PLLC May 2000 - December 2003
Skills
Fluent in French, Family Law, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Arbitration, Contract Disputes, Trade Secrets, Public Liability, Legal Writing, Dispute Resolution, Wills, Corporate Law, Criminal Law, Personal Injury, Appeals, Construction Law, Intellectual Property, Real Estate, Mediation, Insurance Law, Commercial Real Estate, Courts, Dispute, Alternative Dispute..., Employment Law, Trials, Legal Advice, Business Transactions, Business Litigation, Torts, Legal Research, Legal Assistance, Trial Practice, Legal Issues, Bankruptcy, Breach Of Contract, Westlaw, Product Liability, Class Actions, Domestic Relations, Powers of Attorney
Education
Wayne State University Law School 1998 — 2001
Juris Doctor
Grand Valley State University 1993 — 1997
B.A.
Sowell Law Partners 2011 - Present
L.R. Sowell & Associates 2000 - 2010
Lewis & Munday 1997 - 2000
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1984 - 1997
Marathon Oil Corporation 1981 - 1984
Skills
Mergers, Acquisitions, Venture Capital..., Institutional Financing, Certified Minority..., Minority Business..., Commercial Loan..., Commercial Transactions, Business Counsel, Software Contracts, Franchisee..., Franchisor..., Corporate Securities..., Corporate Law, Leadership, Negotiation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Finance, Venture Financing, Strategic Partnerships, Commercial Litigation, Program Management, Contract Negotiation, Corporate Governance, Management, Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Due Diligence, Private Equity, Venture Capital, Start-ups, Corporate Development
Education
Northwestern University School of Law 1978 — 1981
Juris Doctorate
Goshen College 1972 — 1977
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Dykema Gossett PLLC July 2015 - Present
Novak Druce Connolly Bove + Quigg LLP June 2005 - July 2015
Oliff & Berridge, PLC 1999 - 2005
United States Patent & Trademark Office 1997 - 1999
Skills
Prosecution, Trade Secrets, Trademark Infringement, Trademarks, Litigation, Intellectual Property, Licensing, Copyright Law, Patent Litigation, Patent Prosecution, Patents, Patentability, Registered Patent..., Commercial Litigation, Legal Writing, Cyberlaw, Legal Research, Unfair Competition, IP, Client Counseling
Education
Howard University School of Law 1992 — 1995
JD, Law
University of New Hampshire 1987 — 1991
B.A., History
Hopkinton High School
Dykema Gossett PLLC March 2012 - Present
College of Law Practice Management 2000 - 2014
Polsinelli Shughart PC January 2012 - March 2012
Seyfarth Shaw LLP September 2006 - November 2011
Winston & Strawn LLP March 2001 - September 2006
Winston & Strawn LLP 1999 - 2001
American Bar Association July 1986 - March 1999
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
MBA, Marketing/Finance
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
J.D., Law
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
B.S., Finance
Dykema Gossett PLLC May 2015 - Present
Buchalter Nemer July 2011 - May 2015
Khorrami Pollard & Abir, LLP August 2007 - June 2011
Skills
Litigation, Class Actions, Civil Litigation, Courts, Commercial Litigation, Trials, Product Liability, Appeals, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Westlaw, Employment Law
Education
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles
University of Southern California
Selman Breitman LLP August 2009 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 2004 - July 2009
Skills
Product Liability, Commercial Litigation, Business Litigation, Torts, Trial Practice, Civil Litigation, Mediation, Trials, Litigation Support, Employment Law, Depositions, Professional Malpractice, Dispute Resolution, Litigation Management, Jury Trials
Education
Golden Gate University, School of Law 1984 — 1987
J.D.
University of California, Los Angeles 1979 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics and Psychology
Dykema Gossett PLLC November 1974 - June 2014
Dykema Gossett PLLC November 1974 - June 2014
Michigan Employment Relations Commission 1973 - 1974
Skills
Employment Law, Employment Litigation, Civil Rights, Litigation, Employment Contracts, Class Actions, Discrimination, Arbitration, FLSA, Employee Relations, Collective Bargaining, Employment..., Trade Secrets, Non-compete Agreements, Employee/Labor Relations, Alternative Dispute..., Labor Relations, Commercial Litigation, Dispute Resolution, Trial Practice, Mediation, Business Litigation, Administrative Law, Legal Research, Appeals, Legal Writing, Industrial Relations, Litigation Management, Breach Of Contract, Courts, Civil Litigation, Corporate Law, Litigation Support, Restrictive Covenants, Hearings
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1971 — 1973
MA, Labor and Industrial Relations
University of Illinois College of Law 1970 — 1973
JD, Law
Indiana University Bloomington 1966 — 1970
AB, History/Political Science
Mazzetta Company, LLC October 2011 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC 2008 - Present
Schwartz Cooper Chartered 1993 - 2008
Chicago Kent College of Law 1992 - 2004
Rudnick and Wolfe 1983 - 1993
Sonnenschein Nath & Rosenthal LLP 1971 - 1983
Education
Harvard Law School 1968 — 1971
J.D., Law
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1964 — 1968
S.B., Electrical Engineering
Xerox Corp July 2005 - Present
United States Congress January 2003 - July 2005
United States Congress April 2001 - January 2003
United States Congress July 1995 - January 2001
Weisman, Trogan and others September 1993 - July 1995
Weisman, Trogan, Young and Schloss, PC May 1992 - August 1992
Executive Office of the Governor May 1991 - August 1991
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1989 - 1990
Skills
International Tax, European Union Law, Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Government, Federal Government, Policy Analysis, Politics, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Administrative Law, Intellectual Property, Government Contracting, Corporate Tax, Legislative Research, Governmental Affairs, Strategy, Litigation, State Government, Legal Advice, Commercial Litigation, Legislative...
Education
University of Michigan Law School 1990 — 1993
Juris Docter
Michigan State University 1986 — 1990
BA
emedia May 2015 - Present
Zones October 2013 - February 2015
Glen Oak Country Club May 2010 - September 2013
Oades Big 10 Party Store April 2012 - August 2013
Dykema Gossett PLLC June 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Social Media, Research, Leadership, Outlook, Event Planning, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Teamwork, Social Networking, Community Outreach, Data Analysis, Team Leadership, Social Media Marketing
Education
Michigan State University 2008 — 2013
Bachelor's Degree, History
Berkes Crane Robinson & Seal LLP June 2014 - Present
Selman Breitman LLP January 2010 - June 2014
Hawkins, Parnell & Thackston LLP January 2009 - January 2010
Dykema Gossett PLLC 2003 - 2008
Dykema Gossett 2003 - 2008
Skills
Product Liability, Trials, Toxic Tort, Torts, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Class Actions, Business Litigation, Claim, Trial Practice, Personal Injury, Appeals
Education
Loyola Law School, Los Angeles 1992 — 1997
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 2011 - Present
Dickinson Wright PLLC 2006 - January 2011
Howard & Howard Attorneys PLLC 2004 - 2006
Skills
Corporate Law, Employment Law, Government, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Policy, Arbitration, Corporate Governance, Policy Analysis, Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Mediation, Dispute Resolution, Trade Secrets, Legal Assistance, Immigration Law
Education
University of Detroit Mercy 1985 — 1988
JD, Law
Michigan State University 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
SRVR, LLC February 2007 - Present
Jaffe Raitt Heuer & Weiss, PC December 2003 - February 2007
Dykema Gossett, PLLC August 2001 - December 2003
Skills
Business Transactions, Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Bankruptcy, Legal Research, Intellectual Property, Civil Litigation, Product Liability, Construction Law, Corporate Law, Arbitration, Environmental Law, Trade Secrets, Licensing, Corporate Governance, Mediation, Appeals, Trademarks, Privacy Law, Patent Litigation, Joint Ventures, Legal Issues, Copyright Law
Education
The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law 1998 — 2001
Juris Doctor
Michigan State University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor, Political Economy
Richard McLellan Law Offices December 2009 - Present
Africa Continental Holdings, L.L.C. November 2008 - Present
State of Michigan January 2008 - Present
Michigan State University February 2007 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1973 - 2009
Private Practice of Law February 1973 - April 2007
Education
University of Michigan Law School 1964 — 1967
JD, Law
Michigan State University 1960 — 1964
Winston & Strawn LLP December 2012 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC March 2011 - December 2012
Seyfarth Shaw August 2009 - March 2011
Seyfarth Shaw January 2007 - July 2010
J.D. Cloud & Co. L.L.P. November 2004 - December 2006
Elka Geller Nelson & Associates May 2001 - August 2003
Skills
Business Development, Legal Marketing, Project Management, Social Media Marketing, Data Analysis, Website Development, Marketing Communications, Problem Solving, Social Media, Proposal Writing, Public Relations, Contract Negotiation, Market Research
Education
Miami University 1996 — 2000
B.S. in Business Administration, Marketing, Spanish
Loeb & Loeb LLP February 2013 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC June 2009 - February 2013
Freeman Freeman & Smiley January 2004 - June 2009
Whitman Breed Abbott & Morgan LLC 1990 - 1995
Jones Day 1984 - 1989
Skills
Real Estate Transactions, Commercial Real Estate, Real Estate, Real Estate Development, Real Estate Financing, Corporate Law, Business Formation, Litigation, Wills, Estate Planning, Trusts, Estate Administration, Joint Ventures, Property Law, Business Transactions, Bankruptcy, Construction Law, Dispute Resolution, Licensing, Alternative Dispute..., Legal Writing, Due Diligence
Education
Southwestern University School of Law 1976 — 1978
Doctor of Law (JD), Law, cum laude
Loyola Marymount University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Dykema January 2015 - Present
Dykema January 2002 - Present
Dykema May 2006 - December 2014
Dykema Gossett PLLC August 1993 - December 2001
Skills
Public Policy, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Policy Analysis, Litigation, Public Speaking, Government, Politics, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation
Education
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law 1990 — 1993
J.D.
Michigan State University 1985 — 1989
B.A., International Relations
Veterans Radio April 2014 - Present
DWSD Board Water Commissioners April 2011 - Present
Schoolcraft College July 2010 - Present
Canton Public Library 2004 - Present
Legal Help for Veterans, PLLC January 1998 - Present
Fausone Bohn, LLP July 1995 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC August 1982 - March 1995
Michigan Court of Appeals July 1981 - June 1982
Education
Gonzaga University School of Law 1979 — 1981
JD, Law
University of Michigan 1972 — 1976
BSE, Engineering- Civil & Environmental
Williams, Williams, Rattner & Plunkett, P.C. December 2014 - Present
Myers Shierk & LaBelle, PLLC August 2013 - Present
Myers Nelson Dillon & Shierk PLLC September 1999 - July 2013
Myers, Nelson, Dillon and Shierk September 1999 - July 2013
Dykema Gossett PLLC September 1978 - September 1999
Skills
Appeals, Business Transactions, Drafting Agreements, Legal Writing, Real Estate Financing, Due Diligence, Litigation, Real Estate Transactions, Commercial Litigation, Real Estate, LLC, Corporate Law, Civil Litigation, Commercial Real Estate, Short Sales, Contract Negotiation, Contract Law, Legal Research, Construction Law, Mediation, Condos
Education
Michigan State University
Dykema Gossett PLLC June 2011 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC June 2011 - Present
Butzel Long 1980 - 2011
Skills
Litigation, Zoning, Real Estate, Land Use, Property Tax, Economic Development, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Legal Writing, Mediation, Courts, Mergers & Acquisitions, Due Diligence, Trials, Arbitration, Contract Negotiation, Bankruptcy, Intellectual Property, Trial Practice
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 1971 — 1974
Doctor of Law (JD)
St. Joseph's College (IN)
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting
Tri-County Office on Aging July 2008 - Present
Alzheimer's Association July 2003 - October 2008
Michigan Head Start Association November 2000 - September 2002
Origami Brain Injury Rehab Center April 1997 - July 2000
Dykema Gossett PLLC July 1995 - November 1998
Education
Michigan State University 2008 — 2011
MSW, Social Work
David A. Antonelli, Attorney at Law 2008 - Present
Miller, Canfield, Paddock and Stone, PLC 2007 - 2008
Abbott Nicholson April 2006 - August 2007
The Law Offices of David A. Antonelli, P.C. 2002 - 2006
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1996 - 2002
Skills
Corporate Law, Estate Planning, Wills, Zoning & Entitlements, Real Estate Development, Real Estate Leasing &..., General Business Matters, Investments, Litigation, Contract Negotiation, Legal Research, Negotiation, Commercial Real Estate, Due Diligence, Commercial Litigation, Real Estate, Business, Legal Writing, Trial Practice, Arbitration, Civil Litigation, Real Estate Transactions, Appeals, Trusts, Bankruptcy
Education
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law 1993 — 1996
JD, MBA, Law, Business Administration
Michigan State University 1981 — 1985
BA, Finance
Cranbrook Schools (K - 12) 1969 — 1981
High School, Grade School - High School
StartEngine February 2014 - Present
Disability Group, Inc. 2004 - Present
Miller & Associates LLP 1993 - 2003
University of Wisconsin 1991 - 1995
University of California 1991 - 1994
Vista Environmental Information 1991 - 1993
Toxicheck/Environmental Information Systems 1988 - 1991
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1986 - 1988
Honorable Greville Janner (British House of Commons) 1986 - 1986
A-1 Cleaning Systems, Inc. 1979 - 1986
Education
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law 1984 — 1987
J.D., Law
Michigan State University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Marketing
Dykema Gossett PLLC November 1994 - Present
Skills
Accounting, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Accounts Receivable
Education
Macomb Community College
Dykema Gossett PLLC AttorneyIsham Lincoln & Beale1985 - 1987
United States Department of Justice, Tax Division, Appellate Section 1977 - 1982
Skills
Tax
Education
Georgetown University Law Center
LL.M.,Taxation
SUNY Buffalo Law School 1971 — 1974
J.D.
The Johns Hopkins University 1964 — 1967
B.A., Liberal Arts - History
Dykema Gossett PLLC April 2003 - Present
Maurides & Foley, LLC March 1998 - April 2003
Education
University of Detroit Mercy 1993 — 1996
JD, Law
Hope College 1989 — 1993
BA, Political Science
Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation 2013 - Present
University of Detroit Mercy 2012 - Present
Macomb Community College 2010 - Present
Detroit Regional Chamber: Connection Point Project 2012 - 2013
David Leyton for Attorney General 2010 - 2010
Michigan Supreme Court 2008 - 2010
Judge Hathaway for Supreme Court 2008 - 2008
U.S. House of Representatives – Judiciary Committee 2007 - 2007
Dykema Gossett, PLLC 2007 - 2007
U.S. House of Representatives – Judiciary Committee 2006 - 2006
Skills
Legal Writing, Commercial Litigation, Community Outreach, Arbitration, Public Speaking, Legal Assistance, Fundraising, Legal Research, Nonprofits, Non-profits, Policy Analysis, Appellate Practice, Leadership, Grants, Economic Development, College Teaching, Mediation, Emerging Leaders, Corporate Law, Networking, Project Management, Contract Drafting &..., Litigation, Civil Rights Law, Legal Process &..., Risk Mitigation, Legal Compliance, Relationship Building, Problem Solving, Business Law, Legal Research & Writing, Outside Counsel..., Westlaw, LexisNexis, MS Office, Grant Writing, Public Policy
Education
Michigan State University Institute for Public Policy and Social Research
Fellow, Michigan Political Leadership Program
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law 2005 — 2008
Juris Doctor
Kalamazoo College 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English
Univerisdad Antonio de Nebrija 2003 — 2004
Study Abroad Opportunity
Tennessee Valley Authority September 2011 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC September 2008 - September 2011
Skills
Legal Writing, Litigation, Legal Research, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Courts, Mediation, Employment Law, Arbitration, Westlaw, Trials, Class Actions, Dispute Resolution
Education
Wayne State University Law School 2005 — 2008
Law, Law
Michigan State University 2001 — 2004
B.A., Spanish, Latin American and Caribbean Studies
Grand Valley State University
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 2013 - Present
Foley & Mansfield PLLP October 2009 - January 2013
Foley & Mansfield May 2007 - October 2009
GMAC 2002 - 2005
Skills
Corporate Law, Commercial Litigation, Bankruptcy, Real Estate, Business Litigation, Employment Law, Document Drafting, Real Estate Transactions, International..., Civil Litigation, Litigation
Education
Hamline University School of Law 2006 — 2009
J.D., Law
Pepperdine University
B.S., International Business, Finance, Economics
Burnsville Senior High School
Kent Companies, Inc. August 2006 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC March 2004 - August 2006
Smith Haughey Rice & Roegge May 2002 - March 2004
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Arbitration, Licensing, Contract Negotiation, Construction Law, Real Estate, mergers and acquisitions
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 1999 — 2002
J.D., Law
Hope College 1995 — 1999
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Dykema Gossett PLLC August 2006 - Present
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 2003 — 2006
Juris Doctorate Summa Cum Laude, Law
Heartland Livonia NE April 2013 - Present
Oakwood Health Systems, Inc. December 2011 - January 2013
Contract Assignments, Howard and Howard PLLC, Silverman & Morris, PLLC January 2009 - June 2011
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 2004 - November 2008
Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP July 1997 - December 2003
Skills
Microsoft Word, Bankruptcy, Legal Research, Westlaw, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Legal Writing, Administrative..., Customer Service, Litigation Support, Data Entry, Spreadsheets, Litigation, Employment Law, Adobe Acrobat, Estate Planning, Corporate law, Invoicing, Licensing, Motions, Depositions, Corporate Law, Trials, Legal Assistance, Legal Documents, Administrative..., Document Review, Immigration Law, PACER, Wordperfect
Education
Schoolcraft College 2012 — 2013
Medical Biller/Coder, Medical/Clinical Assistant
Madonna University 1995 — 1997
Associates, Paralegal Studies
Detroit College of Business 1979 — 1983
BA, Information Management
Dykema Gossett PLLC August 2005 - Present
Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook February 1998 - July 2005
Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook February 1995 - July 1998
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Litigation Support, Civil Litigation, Legal Assistance, Relativity, Document Review, Summation iBlaze, Microsoft Access, Microsoft SQL Server, Project Management, E-Discovery, Computer Hardware, Network Administration
Education
inData 2011 — 2011
TrialDirector Certified Trainer
LexisNexis 2010 — 2010
LAW PreDiscovery Certified Administrator & E-Discovery Professional
LitWorks 2010 — 2010
Certified Litigation Support Manager Training
Summation 2008 — 2008
Certified Trainer - 2008
Grand Valley State University 1991 — 1994
BA, Legal Studies
Dykema Gossett PLLC April 2011 - Present
Citizens Bank - Flint February 2010 - August 2011
Comcast Cable February 2009 - February 2010
Comcast Cable August 2006 - October 2008
Comcast Cable July 2005 - August 2006
Comcast Cable November 2004 - July 2005
Market Strategies May 1999 - November 2004
Education
Michigan State University - The Eli Broad College of Business 2001 — 2003
MBA, Finance / Business Information Systems
Michigan State University 1997 — 1999
BA, Finance
University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law August 2015 - Present
Lathrop & Gage LLP October 2013 - Present
University of Illinois - College of Law September 1992 - January 2015
Dykema Gossett PLLC April 2005 - September 2013
Brinks Hofer Gilson and Lione 1987 - 2005
Abbott Laboratories 1984 - 1987
Skills
Intellectual Property, Trade Secrets, Patent Litigation, Patent Prosecution, Trademark Infringement, Trademarks, Prosecution, Patents, Copyright Law, Patentability, Licensing, Litigation, Client Counseling, Commercial Litigation, IP, Arbitration, Appeals, Civil Litigation, Unfair Competition, Legal Writing, Mediation, Courts, Trials, University Teaching
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 1973 — 1977
J.D., Law
University of Michigan 1971 — 1972
M.S.E., Engineering
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1966 — 1970
B.S., Engineering
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 2012 - Present
Small Business Association of Michigan May 2009 - January 2012
Michigan House of Representatives 2002 - 2008
Connect Michigan April 2000 - December 2002
Michigan Association of REALTORS September 1998 - April 2000
Michigan State Senate February 1997 - April 1998
Citizens for Professional Wildlife Management September 1996 - December 1996
Michigan House of Representatives January 1993 - February 1996
Skills
Politics, Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Political Campaigns, Policy Analysis, Non-profits, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Government, Coalitions, Grassroots Organizing, Public Relations, Legislation, Economic Development
Education
Michigan State University 1987 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1986 - Present
Education
Wayne State University Law School
J.D.
Michigan State University
B.A., Accounting
Oakland County Prosecutor's Office May 2002 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC 2001 - 2002
United States Department of the Army, TACOM 1999 - 2001
Skills
Litigation, Criminal Law, Legal Research, Courts, Legal Writing, Appeals, Family Law, Criminal Defense, Trials, Hearings, Trial Practice
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 1996 — 1999
Juris Doctor
Wayne State University 1989 — 1991
B.S., Accounting
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP November 2009 - December 2014
Dykema Gossett PLLC May 2009 - June 2009
American Louver Company August 2007 - August 2008
Kohl's August 2006 - April 2007
Private Psychological Practice January 2001 - January 2006
First Baptist Church January 1999 - January 2001
Kalamazoo Valley Community College August 2000 - December 2000
Skills
Litigation, Westlaw, Legal Research, Trials, Access, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing, Courts
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 2008 — 2009
paralegal studies, 3.97
Michigan State University 1995 — 1998
B.A., political science- pre law
2009
Certificate; Paralegal, Paralegal Studies; Studies; Civil
Dickinson Wright PLLC PartnerHoward & Howard1993 - 2005
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1989 - 1993
Cullen Sloman Cantor Gauer Scott and Rutherford 1984 - 1993
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 1982 — 1984
Law
University of Toledo College of Law 1979 — 1982
Law
University of Toledo 1975 — 1979
BSME, Engineering
Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. April 2015 - Present
Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc. September 2010 - Present
Tucker Ellis & West LLP August 2007 - August 2010
Dykema Gossett PLLC December 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Product Liability, Legal Writing, Appeals, Class Actions, Trials, Westlaw, Courts, Intellectual Property, Corporate Law, Personal Injury, Arbitration
Education
University of San Diego School of Law 2000 — 2003
JD, Law
Lewis and Clark College 1995 — 1999
BA, Political Science
Dykema Gossett PLLC
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Product Liability, Litigation, Appeals, Trade Secrets, Contract Negotiation
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Hall Render September 2010 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC October 2007 - August 2010
Skills
Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Corporate Law, Arbitration
Education
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law 2004 — 2007
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Michigan State University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration/Pre-law
Cardinal Health June 2014 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC September 2011 - June 2014
The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law August 2010 - May 2011
Teach for America September 2010 - April 2011
Dykema Gossett PLLC May 2010 - July 2010
The Legal Aid Society of Columbus May 2009 - August 2009
Teach for America May 2006 - July 2008
Miami University August 2005 - June 2006
Miami University May 2005 - August 2005
Miami University May 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Researched and wrote..., Interviewed clients, •Researched legal..., Legal Writing, Legal Research, Research, Editing, Criminal Law
Education
The Ohio State University Moritz College of Law 2008 — 2011
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law, Summa cum laude
Miami University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Sociology; Women's Studies, Summa cum laude
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 2012 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 2010 - January 2012
Schwartz Cooper Chartered October 1996 - July 2008
U.S. District Court May 1995 - October 1996
Jones Day September 1993 - May 1995
Carroll Hartigan 1991 - 1992
Carroll Hartigan 1991 - 1992
Skills
Commercial Litigation
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 1990 — 1993
J.D., LAW
University of Notre Dame 1984 — 1988
B.A., Program of Liberal Studies/Arts & Letters Program for Administrators
Quigley South
GFT Spot Forex CFDs Spread Bets November 2009 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC August 1995 - April 2009
Kelly Services February 1989 - July 1995
Skills
Negotiation, Recruiting, Customer Service, Salesforce.com, Training, Foreign Exchange, Human Resources, Management, Coaching, Contract Negotiation, New Business Development, Payroll, Microsoft Office, Interviews, Team Leadership, Accounting, Leadership, Advertising, New Hire Orientations, Employee Training, Labor Relations, HR Policies, Employee Engagement, Personnel Management, Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Succession Planning, FMLA, Recruitment Advertising, Staff Retention, Facilities Management, Purchasing Negotiation, Employee Wellness..., Employee Recognition, Budgets, Program Management, Onboarding, Employee Relations, Accounts Receivable, CRM, Financial Services, Leadership Development, Technical Recruiting, Risk Management, Cold Calling, Vendor Management, Customer Retention, Staffing Services, Strategy, Access
Education
Grand Valley State University 2008 — 2010
Masters, Business
Michigan State University 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts, German
Howell High School
Coventry Realty LLC October 2006 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1977 - 1993
Sinai hospital of Detroit 1975 - 1977
Skills
Private Pilot, ABR, Buyer Representation, Buyer's Agent, Condos, First Time Home Buyers, Farms, Foreclosures, HUD, Leadership, Listings, Move Up Buyers, Public Relations, REO, Real Estate, Real Property, Relocation, Relocation Buyers, SFR, Sellers, Seller Representation, Short Sales, Single Family Homes, Vacant Land, Vacation Homes, Waterfront, Listing Homes, New Homes
Education
Bob Miller School of Aviation 1986 — 1988
Private pilot, Aviation/Meteorology/Mapping
Michigan State University 1970 — 1973
Pre-Veterinary Medicine/Liberal Arts
Clark Hill PLC August 2014 - Present
Varnum, Riddering, Schmidt & Howlett December 2006 - August 2014
Gamble, Rosenberger & Joswick 1995 - 2006
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1992 - 1995
Skills
Employee Benefits..., Employee Benefits, ERISA, COBRA, Cafeteria Plans, Health Care Reform, Alternative Dispute..., HIPAA, Health Insurance, Non-Qualified Deferred..., Tax, Executive Pay, Appeals
Education
Farmington High School
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Social Work
Wayne State University
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP January 2013 - July 2014
Arkin Kaplan Rice LLP/Kaplan Rice LLP June 2011 - January 2013
Kostelanetz & Fink, LLP July 2010 - June 2011
Dykema Gossett PLLC August 1994 - January 2011
Skills
Litigation Support, Legal Writing, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Trials, Product Liability, Lexis, Legal Assistance, Depositions, Document Management, PACER, Arbitration, Legal Discovery, White Collar Criminal..., LexisNexis, Courts, Trade Secrets, Westlaw, Securities Litigation
Education
Madonna University 2005 — 2008
Bachelor's Degree, Paralegal Studies, 3.8 GPA
Madonna University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor's Degree, Legal Assistant/Paralegal, 3.8
Segal McCambridge Singer & Mahoney September 2013 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC October 2011 - September 2013
Hofeld and Schaffner November 2009 - October 2011
The Honorable Lorence Wenke - Michigan State Representative June 2005 - October 2005
Skills
Litigation, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing, Appeals, Courts, Product Liability, Westlaw, Depositions, Hearings, Pleadings, Class Actions, Litigation Support
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 2006 — 2009
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Michigan State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics and Political Science
Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP March 2015 - Present
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP October 2012 - February 2015
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP May 2011 - July 2011
The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Michigan July 2010 - August 2010
Dykema Gossett PLLC May 2010 - July 2010
Education
Howard University School of Law 2009 — 2012
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 2005 — 2009
Bachelor's Degree
Dykema Gossett PLLC MemberDykema2008 - Present
Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis 1970 — 1973
Doctor of Law (JD), Law
Purdue University 1965 — 1970
B.S.I.E., Industrial Engineering
Dykema Gossett PLLC July 2013 - Present
Jacobson Holman PLLC 1983 - 2013
Federal Election Commission 1978 - 1983
Skills
Intellectual Property, Trademarks, Licensing, Appeals, Litigation, Copyright Law, Alternative Dispute...
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 1975 — 1978
JD
University of Maryland University College 1981 — 1983
BS, Computer Science
Indiana University Bloomington 1972 — 1975
BS, Public and Environmental Affairs
Burgee Law, PLC December 2013 - Present
Law Offices of Timothy E. Baxter & Associates, P.C. December 2012 - December 2013
Michigan House of Representatives August 2011 - December 2011
SBAM August 2010 - April 2011
Michigan Attorney General - Charitable Trust Section January 2010 - August 2010
College Republican National Committee July 2008 - November 2008
Dykema Gossett PLLC August 2007 - December 2007
Presbyterian Activities Camp April 2006 - August 2006
The Sterling Corporation August 2004 - May 2005
Michigan House of Representatives September 2003 - May 2004
Education
Thomas M. Cooley Law School 2009 — 2012
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Michigan State University 2003 — 2007
B.A., Political Theory and Constitutional Democracy
McCormick Law Office July 1992 - Present
Cors & Bassett, LLC June 1985 - August 1992
Dykema Gossett PLLC June 1981 - June 1985
Touche Ross January 1979 - July 1980
Skills
Legal Writing, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Legal Assistance, Negotiation, Research, Customer Service, Contract Negotiation, Employment Law, Legal Advice, Courts, Employee Benefits
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 1980 — 1982
Master of Laws (LLM), Taxation
Northern Kentucky University
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Business/Commerce, General
Xavier University
M.B.A., Accounting
Primerica Financial Services - Michigan February 2015 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC May 1988 - February 2014
Honigman Miller Schwartz and Cohn LLP August 1987 - May 1988
Skills
Litigation Support, Mergers & Acquisitions, Software Documentation, Windows Server, Legal Research, Document Review, Legal Writing, Information Management, Legal Assistance, VPN, Troubleshooting, Windows XP, Windows 7, Software Installation, Technical Support, Training
Education
Macomb Community College 1980 — 1982
Associate of Applied Science Degree, Data Processing
Macomb Community College 1978 — 1980
Associate of Applied Science Degree, Accounting
Nework Essentials October 2009 - Present
Dykema Gossett PLLC August 1998 - February 2010
National TechTeam January 1996 - January 1998
Skills
Software Installation, Windows Server, Network Administration, Active Directory, Troubleshooting, Operating Systems, Hardware, Help Desk Support, System Deployment, Security, Blackberry, Networking, Laptops, Printers, Software Development
Education
Marygrove College 2010 — 2010
Advanced CompTIA A+ Certification Prep and CompTIA Network Certification Prep
HP Dallas Education Center 2007 — 2007
Hewlett Packard LaserJet University 230/240- Monochrome Printers
Michigan State University 1988 — 1992
Answers Corporation February 2014 - Present
ForeSee Results, Inc. September 2011 - February 2014
ForeSee Results, Inc. November 2008 - August 2011
Dykema Gossett PLLC 2006 - 2008
Howard & Howard 2001 - 2006
Hon. Marilyn Kelly, Michigan Supreme Court 2000 - 2001
Skills
Intellectual Property, Start-ups, Contract Negotiation, Licensing, Commercial Litigation, E-commerce, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Privacy Law, Corporate Law, Competitive Intelligence, Legal Writing, Due Diligence, Employee Relations, Trademarks, Mergers & Acquisitions
Education
University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law 1997 — 2000
JD, Concentration in Health Care Law
Miami University 1993 — 1997
BA, Zoology, Political Science, Women's Studies
EFHS 1989 — 1993
Dykema Gossett PLLC February 2011 - Present
State of Michigan November 2008 - January 2011
State of Michigan January 2003 - November 2008
Dykema Gossett PLLC August 1998 - January 2003
City of Knoxville August 1997 - May 1998
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 1994 - July 1995
Illinois State Senate August 1992 - July 1993
Skills
Government Relations, Administrative Law, Tax Policy, Legislative, Public Policy, Municipal Law, Election Law, Legislation, Regulatory Affairs, Economic Development, Gaming Law, Public Finance, Compliance, Government, Policy, Procurement
Education
University of Pittsburgh School of Law 1995 — 1998
J.D., Law
Michigan State University 1988 — 1992
B.A., American Public Affairs: Metropolitan Studies and History
Monroe Catholic Central High School 1984 — 1988
High School
Wayne State University March 2010 - Present
Wayne State University SLIS 1999 - Present
Dickinson Wright PLLC 1992 - 2009
Dykema Gossett PLLC 1986 - 1989
Skills
Legal Research, Electronic Resources, Collection Development, Library Management, Digital Libraries, Academic Libraries, Library Instruction, Competitive Intelligence, Library Science, Research, Online Research, Library Research, Westlaw, Libraries, Information Literacy
Education
Gonzaga University School of Law 1989 — 1992
J.D., Law
Wayne State University 1985 — 1986
M.S.L.S., Library Science
Dykema Gossett PLLC July 2003 - Present
Skills
Litigation
Education
UCLA 1992 — 1992
Certification, Litigation Paralegal
Michigan State University 1981 — 1986
BS, Engineering Arts/Telecommunications
Dykema Gossett PLLC July 2013 - Present
Education
Madonna University
Bachelor's degree