Varnum LLP
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DescriptionFounded: 1888 Subsidiary: Varnum Consulting LLC
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Varnum LLP Employees
Varnum LLP January 2015 - Present
BDO USA, LLP August 2013 - December 2014
The Law Offices of Chicago-Kent, Tax Clinic August 2012 - May 2013
Peck Bloom, LLC May 2011 - May 2013
The Honorable Robert Ramirez February 2010 - April 2010
The Wright Firm, LLP June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Legal Writing, Trusts, Wills, Estate Tax Planning, Estate Administration, Tax Research
Education
Chicago-Kent College of Law, Illinois Institute of Technology 2010 — 2013
Juris Doctor
Michigan State University 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Finance
Varnum LLP February 2013 - Present
Butzel Long 2004 - January 2013
Williams Mullen 2002 - 2004
Wise & Marsac, P.C. 2000 - 2002
City Management Corporation 1990 - 1999
Simpson Moran 1987 - 1990
Holme Roberts & Owen LLP 1983 - 1987
Education
University of Denver - Sturm College of Law 1980 — 1983
Juris Doctor
Varnum LLP February 2011 - Present
Clark Hill May 2007 - February 2011
Mika Meyers Beckett & Jones December 1984 - May 2007
Skills
Employee benefits, Tax, Pension plans, Profit-sharing plans, Retirement savings plans, ESOPs, Executive compensation, Equity compensation, 401(k) plans, 403(b) plans, 457 plans, 409A plans, Deferred compensation..., Health care plans, 125 plans, Cafeteria benefit plans, Flexible benefit plans, Corporate tax, LLC and partnership tax, Oil and gas tax, Incentive tax credits, Fringe benefits, Stock options, Restricted stock, Phantom stock, Pass-through entities
Education
University of Michigan Law School 1979 — 1982
JD cum laude
Hope College 1975 — 1979
BA summa cum laude, Economics
Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP September 2013 - Present
Vanderbilt Law School August 2010 - May 2013
Leitner, Williams, Dooley & Napolitan June 2012 - August 2012
Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP May 2012 - June 2012
Varnum LLP June 2011 - August 2011
Smith Currie & Hancock July 2009 - June 2010
Teach For America June 2008 - June 2009
Skills
Legal Writing, Legal Research, Westlaw, Lexis, Litigation, Research, Spanish, Civil Litigation, Policy Analysis, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Editing, Public Policy, Courts, Commercial Litigation, Community Outreach, Intellectual Property, Corporate Law, Appeals, Criminal Law
Education
Vanderbilt Law School 2010 — 2013
J.D., Law
Middlebury College 2004 — 2008
BA, Spanish
Wrigley, Hoffman & Hendricks January 2014 - Present
Universal Forest Products 2006 - December 2012
Universal Forest Products 1995 - 2006
Varnum LLP 1984 - 1995
Skills
Business Acquisition, Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate Financing, Contract Negotiation, Bankruptcy, Acquisitions, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Legal Writing, Sales, Arbitration, Team Building, Commercial Litigation, Employment Law, New Business Development, Corporate Law, Customer Service, Mediation, Management, Legal Research, Litigation, Budgets, Leadership
Education
Wayne State University Law School 1981 — 1984
Juris Doctor, Law
Grand Valley State University 1974 — 1979
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Philosophy
Thomas Aquinas College 1976 — 1977
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Varnum LLP October 2000 - Present
Skills
Discrimination, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Appeals, Corporate Law, FMLA
Education
University of Michigan Law School 1990 — 1993
JD, Law
University of Michigan Law School 1990 — 1993
J.D.
University of Michigan 1986 — 1990
BA, Economics and Sociology
Varnum LLP September 2012 - Present
Varnum, Riddering, Schmidt & Howlett June 2011 - August 2011
Wells Fargo July 2008 - July 2009
Education
Indiana University School of Law—Bloomington 2009 — 2012
J.D.
Hope College 2004 — 2008
BA, Economics
Varnum LLP July 1998 - Present
Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce November 1995 - June 1998
Education
Hillsdale College 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Accounting
Varnum LLP 1984 - Present
Skills
Business tax planning, Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Governance, Tax, Joint Ventures, Tax Law, Legal Writing
Education
The George Washington University
Master of Laws (LL.M.)
Brigham Young University—J. Reuben Clark Law School
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Brigham Young University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
LAF Chicago September 2015 - Present
University of Notre Dame August 2012 - May 2015
Varnum LLP May 2014 - August 2014
Cook County State's Attorney January 2014 - May 2014
DC SAFE - DC Superior Court April 2013 - August 2013
Willis August 2010 - May 2012
Willis August 2010 - February 2012
Andrea A. Raila and Associates March 2010 - July 2010
Apna Ghar Inc. December 2009 - July 2010
Cook County Commission on Women's Issues January 2010 - March 2010
Skills
Spanish, Grant Writing, Mediation, Employee Benefits, Insurance, Underwriting, Health Insurance, Outlook, Risk Management, Marketing, Benefits Administration, Editing, Workers Compensation, Research, Healthcare, Legal Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Leadership, PowerPoint, Legal Writing
Education
University of Notre Dame Law School 2012 — 2015
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law, 3L
Universidad de Ias Islas Baleares 2009 — 2009
Spanish, International Studies, History
Loyola University of Chicago 2006 — 2009
International Studies / Women and Gender Studies, Spanish, Peace Studies
Grand Haven High School 2002 — 2006
Mayer Brown LLP October 2014 - Present
Mayer Brown LLP May 2013 - July 2013
Pontificia Universidad Católica Argentina June 2012 - August 2012
Varnum LLP May 2011 - August 2011
Sekolah Pelita Harapan School June 2010 - July 2010
Calvin College May 2009 - May 2010
Touchstone Innovarè September 2009 - December 2009
Calvin College September 2009 - December 2009
Wilson & Wynn Psychotherapy September 2008 - December 2008
CCUSA June 2008 - August 2008
Education
University of Michigan Law School
Juris Doctor (J.D.), magna cum laude
University of Michigan
Master of Arts (M.A.), Political Science
Calvin College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with Honors, Triple Major: Psychology, International Relations, Spanish
Ottawa Hills High School, G.R.P.S. September 2013 - Present
Brown Hutcherson Ministries YEP January 2011 - Present
Ottawa Hills High School February 2013 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce August 2012 - November 2012
Jubilee Jobs Inc. April 2009 - January 2010
Accurate Accounting January 2008 - January 2009
Varnum LLP May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
File Management, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Administrative..., Time Management, Program Coordination, Networking, Analytical Skills, Team Leadership, Team Management, Coaching, Player Development, Strength & Conditioning, Strategist, Leadership, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Program Development, Cold Calling, Public Speaking, Recruiting, Event Planning, Youth Development, Organizational..., Training, Community Development, Youth Mentoring, Fundraising, Budgets, Customer Service, Management, Social Networking, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Administration, Research, Communication, Strategic Planning, Leadership Development, Team Building
Education
Cornerstone University 2015 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Trine University, Angola Indiana 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Wayne State University 2006 — 2007
Business Administration and Management, General
Varnum LLP 2005 - Present
American Red Cross 2011 - 2014
March of Dimes 2003 - 2011
Skills
Contract Negotiation, Mergers, Real Estate, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Nonprofits, Real Estate Transactions, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Planning, Leadership, Small Business, Legal Assistance, Arbitration, Bankruptcy, Intellectual Property, Corporate Law, Appeals, Licensing, Immigration Law, Courts, Construction Law, Trademarks
Education
Queens College
BA, Political Science
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Juris Doctorate
Legal Copy Services Inc. May 2013 - Present
Varnum LLP November 2011 - May 2013
Education
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2014
Continental June 2015 - Present
University of Michigan 2013 - May 2015
Continental June 2014 - August 2014
McKinley, Inc. May 2013 - August 2013
Jumpstart September 2012 - May 2013
Varnum LLP April 2010 - August 2012
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Teamwork, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Customer Service, VBA, C++, Finance, Economic Statistics, SPSS, Leadership
Education
University of Michigan 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's of Science, Economics
Forest Hills Northern 2007 — 2011
Varnum LLP September 2015 - Present
Madonna University May 2014 - Present
Korotkin Insurance Group July 2014 - July 2015
White House Black Market May 2011 - October 2013
Plymouth Historical Museum May 2013 - September 2013
Organizing for America-Michigan September 2012 - November 2012
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Retail Sales, Merchandising, Event Planning, Retail, Customer Service, Facebook, Cashiering, Public Speaking, Sales, Social Networking, Fashion, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Fundraising, Apparel, Team Building, Loss Prevention, Microsoft Excel, Store Management, Budgets, Management, Microsoft Word, Inventory Management, Store Operations, Driving Results, Event Management, Team Leadership
Education
Madonna University 2014 — 2016
Master's of History, U.S. History
Madonna University 2006 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), U.S. History
Clarenceville High School 1997 — 2001
Diploma, General Education
Varnum LLP September 2012 - Present
Federal Judiciary, Western District of Michigan September 2011 - September 2012
HIMSS January 2008 - August 2008
Millenium Business Solutions June 2007 - December 2007
Quicken Loans June 2006 - March 2007
Skills
Courts, Litigation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Commercial Litigation, Market Research, Civil Litigation, Trials, Mediation, Corporate Law
Education
University of Michigan Law School 2009 — 2011
Doctor of Law (J.D.), magna cum laude
Kalamazoo College 2002 — 2006
B.A., Business and Economics, cum laude
Portage Central High School
Maynard Cooper & Gale PC May 2015 - Present
Amin, Turocy & Watson, LLP May 2013 - May 2015
Shvarts & Leiz LLP May 2011 - May 2013
Ropes & Gray LLP March 2008 - May 2011
Federal Judiciary September 2005 - September 2007
Varnum LLP August 2003 - August 2005
Stryker April 1997 - August 1999
Skills
Patent Litigation, Trade Secrets, Trademark Infringement, Appellate Practice, Intellectual Property, Patents, Patent Prosecution, Trademarks, Patentability, Prosecution, Copyright Law
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2000 — 2003
JD, Law
Kettering University 1994 — 1998
B.S., Electrical Engineering; B.S., Mechanical Engineering
West Michigan Miracle League 2011 - Present
Miller Johnson November 2010 - Present
Varnum LLP 1994 - November 2010
Skills
Litigation, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Appeals, Legal Writing, Construction Law, Family Law, Arbitration, Bankruptcy, Westlaw, Corporate Law, Mediation, Legal Assistance, Intellectual Property
Education
University of Michigan 1987 — 1994
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
Fremont Public Schools 1983 — 1987
Varnum LLP January 2004 - Present
Independent Writer/Editor 1990 - 2004
Saint Mary's Health Services 1988 - 1990
Skills
Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Media Relations, Award Submissions, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Collateral, Blogging, Strategic Communications, Publications, Corporate Communications, Management, Email Marketing, Sponsorship, Photography, Advertising, Social Media
Education
Aquinas College
Bachelor of Arts
Ferris State University 1980 — 1982
Associate of Arts (AA)
Varnum LLP September 2014 - May 2015
Research Assistant for Professor Leandra Lederman August 2013 - May 2014
Varnum LLP May 2013 - August 2013
Community Legal Clinic January 2013 - May 2013
Zendesk May 2012 - August 2012
Judge Anne Christine Massullo May 2012 - July 2012
Glass Lewis & Co. 2011 - 2011
Cornell Behavioral Economics Laboratory August 2009 - December 2010
ZY Partners (IP Boutique Firm in Beijing) June 2009 - July 2009
Skills
MS Office Suite, Statistics, Excel, Research, PowerPoint, LexisNexis, Westlaw, Civil Litigation, Editing, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, Legal Research, Data Analysis, Courts, Nonprofits, Spanish, Litigation, Microsoft Office, Legal Writing
Education
Indiana University School of Law—Bloomington 2011 — 2014
Juris Doctor, 3.66 (Top 15%)
Cornell University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor's, Economics, 3.69
UMS (University Musical Society) December 2014 - Present
University of Michigan February 2013 - December 2014
City of Ann Arbor September 2012 - February 2013
Varnum LLP September 2011 - December 2011
University of Michigan Health System June 2011 - August 2011
Ann Arbor Rowing Club May 2009 - August 2010
Skills
Event Management, Research, Marketing, Management, Non-profits, Analysis, Nonprofits
Education
Hope College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History and Political Science
Ann Arbor Pioneer High School
Varnum, LLP June 2006 - Present
State Bar of Michigan, Taxation Section October 2003 - September 2011
Raymond & Prokop, P.C. September 2001 - June 2006
O'Reilly Rancilio P.C. April 2001 - August 2001
Mt. February 2000 - April 2001
Skills
Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Litigation, Word, Administrative Support, Writing, Research, Microsoft Excel, Legal Writing, Training, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Civil Litigation, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Tax, Administrative..., Marketing, Management, Legal Research, Event Planning, Administrative...
Education
Schoolcraft College 1981 — 1984
Associate’s Degree, Computers
Varnum LLP June 2014 - Present
TROY SC - The Troy Travel Soccer Club 2000 - 2015
IPPES LLC - Intellectual Property Protection and Enforcement Specialists January 2010 - June 2014
Equity Management Inc. 1993 - June 2014
General Motors 1983 - 1993
Skills
Contract Negotiations, Intellectual Property, Corporate Law, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Business Planning, Business Strategy, New Business Development, Licensing, General Business Law, Brand Development, Brand Protection, Brand Enforcement, Brand Enhancement, Contract Negotiation, Commercial Litigation, Business Development, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Mediation, Legal Advice, Brand Management, Copyright Law, Litigation, Trade Secrets, Management, Patents, Dispute Resolution, Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Litigation Support, Joint Ventures, Civil Litigation, Cyberlaw, Privacy Law, Bankruptcy, Arbitration, Appeals, Corporate Governance, Trademarks, Due Diligence, Legal Compliance, Employment Law, Data Privacy, Legal Assistance, Courts, International Law, Trials, Alternative Dispute...
Education
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law 1982 — 1985
J.D. (Juris Doctor), Law, With Honors (Cum Laude - Top 10 overall)
Michigan State University 1978 — 1982
B.A., Business Administration, With Honors (Top 10%)
Oxford High School 1975 — 1978
Diploma, College Prep, Honors (Top 10%)
Blogsvertise August 2010 - Present
Blogging for Books 2009 - Present
Booksneeze.com 2009 - Present
Self Employed Freelance Writer February 2005 - Present
WritingCanvas.Wordpress.com 2004 - Present
Varnum LLP May 1983 - May 1984
Skills
Homeschooling, Book Reviews, Blogger, product reviews, Freelance Writing, Writing, Creative Writing, webpage reviews, Site Reviews, Frugal Living, Adoption, Knitting, Card Making, Reviews, Journals, adoptee, Blogging, crafts, marriage, Mama of a Dozen
Education
Cornerstone University 1982 — 1984
Associate's degree, Secretarial
Brookfield East High School 1979 — 1982
Rosette, LLP May 2015 - Present
The Law Office of Jordan C. Hoyer, PLLC April 2014 - April 2015
The Law Office of Jordan C. Hoyer, PLLC April 2013 - April 2014
Thomas M. Cooley Law School September 2011 - January 2014
Varnum LLP September 2012 - December 2012
Heather Garretson, Associate Professor June 2012 - July 2012
Dykema Law Offices, PC February 2011 - May 2012
Fuller Law & Counseling, PC December 2010 - February 2011
Skills
Communication, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Legal Analysis, Public Speaking, Highly personable, Criminal Law, Immigration Law, Administrative Law, Courts, Research, Environmental Law, Family Law, International Law, Trials, International Relations, Nonprofits, Editing, Litigation, Data Entry, Constitutional Law, Government
Education
Thomas M. Cooley Law School 2011 — 2013
Juris Doctor
Grand Valley State University 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration and Management, General
Forest Hills Northern High School
Forest Hills Northern High School
Varnum LLP January 2015 - Present
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Arbitration, Mediation, Appeals, Alternative Dispute..., Torts, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Courts, Trial Skills, Advocacy, Trials, Personal Injury, Westlaw, Trade Secrets, Construction Law, Dispute Resolution, Criminal Law, Bankruptcy, Motions, Estate Planning, Breach Of Contract, Trial Practice, Corporate Governance
Education
Wayne State University Law School 2005 — 2008
J.D., Magna cum laude
Calvin College 2000 — 2004
B.A., Psychology
MUST Ministries November 2012 - Present
Shaklee Corporation June 2012 - Present
Mary Kay Inc. June 2004 - Present
Janis L. Rosser, P.C. April 2010 - December 2011
St. Andrews Presbyterian Church November 2001 - March 2006
Varnum LLP June 1994 - August 2001
Skills
Pay Close Attention to..., Customer Satisfaction, Docketing, Filing, Legal Research, Document Drafting, Electronic Filing, Inventory Management, Accounts Receivable, Appointment Scheduling, Meet Deadlines, Business Meetings
Education
Kennesaw State University 2011 — 2012
Certificate, Paralegal
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Office Management and Supervision and Psychology
Varnum LLP May 2013 - Present
Halpert, Weston & Sawusch, P.C. January 1996 - May 2013
Howard & Howard 1993 - 1995
Michigan Supreme Court 1991 - 1993
Skills
Litigation, Civil Litigation, Wrongful Death, Litigation Support, Appeals, Personal Injury, Product Liability, Legal Research, Courts, Legal Writing, Mediation, Trial Practice, Trials, Public Speaking, Arbitration, Criminal Law, Corporate Law, Westlaw, Commercial Litigation
Education
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law 1989 — 1991
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Law, Magna Cum Laude
Eastern Michigan University 1985 — 1987
Bachelor of Science Nursing, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, High Honors
Mercy School of Nursing 1976 — 1978
Diploma Registered Nurse, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse, High Honors
Varnum LLP January 2006 - Present
Howard & Howard May 1985 - January 2006
Self Employed January 1981 - May 1985
Gergely & Foley PC January 1978 - December 1980
Stark & Reagan PC September 1975 - December 1977
Deloitte Haskins & Sells September 1972 - September 1975
Education
Detroit College of Law 1974 — 1977
Juris Doctor, Law
Michigan State University 1970 — 1972
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
DePauw University 1968 — 1970
Liberal Arts
Warner Norcross & Judd LLP July 2008 - Present
Dickinson Wright PLLC November 2006 - June 2008
Varnum LLP February 1999 - October 2006
O'Melveny & Myers August 1998 - January 1999
Skills
Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing, Corporate Law, Intellectual Property, Courts, Appeals, Trademarks, Legal Assistance, Westlaw, Arbitration
Education
Stanford University Law School
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
Calvin College
Bachelor's degree, Philosophy
Gielow Groom Terpstra & McEvoy November 2014 - Present
Varnum, Riddering, Schmidt & Howlett August 2010 - October 2014
Varnum LLP May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Legal Writing, Corporate Law, Courts, Arbitration, Mediation, Westlaw, Bankruptcy, Trial Practice, Personal Injury
Education
University of Notre Dame Law School 2007 — 2010
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Grand Valley State University 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business/Managerial Economics
Varnum LLP May 2015 - Present
Bosch Killman VanderWal, P.C. April 2008 - April 2015
Blakeslee, Fry & Scales April 2002 - April 2008
Arthur Hill High School September 1998 - March 2002
John M. Callison, PC August 1988 - August 1993
Skills
Litigation, Estate Planning, Corporate Law, Real Estate, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Courts, Family Law, Personal Injury, Criminal Law, Trials, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Appeals, Mediation, Legal Assistance, Westlaw, Trial Practice, Probation, Arbitration, Bankruptcy
Education
Saginaw Valley State University 1991 — 1992
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Arthur Hill High School 1982 — 1985
Varnum LLP June 2013 - Present
Law Weathers October 1987 - June 2013
Skills
writing, editing,..., Legal Research, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Employee Benefits, Employment Law, Legal Assistance
Education
Calvin College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English major, Business minor
Grand Rapids Christian High School
Varnum LLP
Skills
Collections, Fair Debt Collection..., Consumer rights law, Trial practice, Landlord-Tenant, Compliance
Education
Wayne State University Law School 1981 — 1984
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Calvin College 1977 — 1981
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science
Varnum LLP 2008 - Present
Yeo & Yeo CPAs and Business Consultants January 2004 - August 2005
First Pioneer Farm Credit 2002 - 2003
Skills
Certified Public..., Agricultural Law, Agricultural Tax, Tax, Agricultural Payroll, Estate Planning, Estate Tax Planning, Succession Planning, Sustainable Agriculture
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 2005 — 2007
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Grand Valley State University 2004 — 2007
Master's of Taxation
The University of Connecticut School of Business 1990 — 1994
Bachelor's degree, Business Management
X-Rite August 2014 - Present
Zayo Group February 2013 - July 2014
Clear Creek Consulting October 2011 - February 2013
Varnum LLP June 2010 - October 2011
University of Michigan School of Public Health May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Audio Transcription, Transcription Services, Machine Transcription, Tax Law, Income Tax, Tax Dispute Resolution, Sales & Use Tax, Corporate Tax, Leadership, Budgets, Data Entry, Filing, Negotiation, Proposal Writing, Purchasing Processes, Customer Support, Purchasing Negotiation
Education
Grand Valley State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Economics
Varnum LLP August 1983 - Present
42 North Partners LLC March 2012 - Present
Superior Pine Products Company December 2000 - Present
Private Investment and Real Investment Company January 2007 - Present
Varnum LLP 1992 - 2008
Varnum LLP 1983 - 2008
Skills
Business Strategy, Business Planning, Family Business, Business Law, Board Governance, Non-profit Board..., Board of Directors, Timberland Investment, Non-profit Leadership, Building Community..., Entrepreneurship, Peer Mentoring, Strategy, Commercial Litigation, Nonprofits, Corporate Law, Joint Ventures, Policy, Strategic Planning, Management, Real Estate, Leadership, Negotiation, Litigation, Mediation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal Research
Education
University of Notre Dame Law School 1980 — 1983
Juris Doctor
Miami University 1976 — 1980
A.B., Political Science
Rehmann November 2005 - March 2012
Varnum LLP May 2002 - September 2005
Garvan Interactive, New York, NY November 2000 - November 2001
BuyerWeb Inc. February 2000 - August 2000
Grant Thornton September 1993 - January 2000
Skills
Integrated Marketing, Marketing, Copywriting, Leadership, Advertising, Proposal Writing
Education
University of Louisville 1991 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business/Corporate Communications
Western Michigan University 1990 — 1991
Hanover College 1989 — 1990
Michigan State University College Advising Corp August 2014 - Present
Varnum LLP September 2013 - December 2013
Michigan State University August 2012 - December 2013
Skills
Community Development, Diversity & Inclusion, Student Development, Student Affairs, Residence Life, Student Leadership, Higher Education, Research, Public Speaking, Academic Advising, PowerPoint, Community Outreach, Social Media, Program Development
Education
Michigan State University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science
Plunkett Cooney January 2015 - Present
Evan H. Kaploe PLLC January 2014 - December 2014
Varnum LLP November 2012 - January 2014
Internal Revenue Service June 2009 - November 2012
Polsinelli June 2007 - June 2009
Skills
Tax Law, Civil Litigation, Bankruptcy, Corporate Law, Commerical Transactions, Partnership Taxation, Corporate Tax, Tax Advisory, International Tax, Sales Tax, Tax Returns, Litigation, Administrative Law, IRS problem resolution, Internal Revenue Code, Court Appearances, Moot Court, Court Cases, Corporate Tax Planning, High Net Worth..., Estate Tax Planning, Estate Planning, Estate Administration, Corporate Real Estate, Capital Gains Tax, Appeals, Real Estate Tax Appeals, IRS, Treasury, Business Planning, Succession Planning, Federal Courts, Financial Statement..., Tax Credits, Tax Credit Compliance, Legal Compliance, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Legal Advice, Small Business, Large Scale Business..., Mergers, Business Acquisition, Limited Partnerships, Limited Liability..., Partnerships, Joint Ventures, International Joint..., REMICs, Tax Shelters
Education
Northwestern University 2006 — 2007
LL.M., Taxation
Michigan State University 2003 — 2006
J.D., Law
University of Michigan 1998 — 2002
B.A., History and Philosophy
Varnum LLP August 2013 - Present
Skills
Appeals, Arbitration, Litigation, Courts, Mediation, Alternative Dispute..., Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Trials, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Trial Practice
Education
University of North Carolina School of Law 1990 — 1993
J.D.
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 1987 — 1989
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Finance, General
Calvin College 1985 — 1987
Scott Rickman Consulting 2015 - Present
Lehigh Hanson 2013 - 2015
Del Monte Foods, Inc. 1999 - 2013
Gordon & Rees LLP 1994 - 1999
Varnum LLP 1990 - 1994
Skills
Director of Litigation, Real Estate Law, Commercial Contracts, Information Technology..., Corporate Secretary, false advertising, California Prop 65, Litigation, Information Technology, Leadership, Environmental Awareness, False Advertising, Intellectual Property, Product Liability, Trials, Licensing, Mediation, Due Diligence, Environmental Law, Corporate Law, Trade Secrets, Litigation Management, Legal Assistance, Commercial Litigation, Legal Compliance, Litigation Support, Joint Ventures, Employment Law, Corporate Governance, Trademarks, Property Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Securities Regulation, Copyright Law, FCPA, Legal Writing, Personal Injury, Competition Law, Arbitration, Privacy Law, Patents, Patent Litigation
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1987 — 1990
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
University of Michigan 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics
Varnum LLP September 2006 - Present
General Motors June 2000 - August 2003
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 2003 — 2006
J.D., Law
University of Michigan 1996 — 2000
B.S.E., Industrial Engineering
Varnum LLP August 2015 - Present
Kerr, Russell and Weber, PLC May 2014 - August 2015
CS2 Consulting, PLLC October 2013 - April 2014
Butzel Long April 2002 - August 2013
University of Michigan Business School October 1999 - March 2002
University of Michigan, Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs July 1997 - July 1999
University of Michigan College of Engineering October 1996 - June 1997
Yale University March 1995 - March 1996
Skills
Employment Law, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Employment..., Arbitration, Employee Handbooks, Employee Training, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Employment Contracts, Settlement Agreements, Higher Education, Litigation Management, Personnel Matters, Mediation, Appellate Practice, Trade Secrets
Education
University of Michigan Law School 1999 — 2001
JD
University of Michigan School of Social Work 1993 — 1994
MSW
Kalamazoo College 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Psychology
Varnum LLP August 2000 - Present
Education
University of Michigan Law School 1997 — 2000
J.D.
Michigan State University 1993 — 1997
B.A., Business Administration
Varnum LLP May 1975 - Present
Education
University of Michigan Law School 1972 — 1975
JD, Law
Yale University 1970 — 1972
MA, International Relations
Harvard College 1966 — 1970
BA, History of Science
Varnum LLP July 2014 - Present
Rhoades McKee May 2007 - June 2014
Rutgers & Mackraz PLC May 1998 - May 2007
Law Office of Robert Rutgers November 1995 - March 1998
Varnum Riddering Schmidt & Howlett June 1992 - November 1995
Skills
Small and Family..., Experienced Trial Lawyer, Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Family Law, Mediation, Shareholder, Corporate Law, Family Business, Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate, Courts, Alternative Dispute..., Appeals, Arbitration, Breach Of Contract, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Business Transactions, Commercial Real Estate, Dispute Resolution, Document Drafting, Domestic Relations, Employment Contracts, Employment..., Employment Law, LLC, Legal Assistance, Legal Issues, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Mergers, Non-compete Agreements, Powers of Attorney, Prenuptial Agreements, Small Business, Property Law, Torts, Trial Practice, Trials, Wills
Education
Marquette University Law School 1989 — 1992
JD, Law
Hope College 1985 — 1989
BA, Economics
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets June 2015 - Present
New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets January 2014 - June 2015
Delaware Department of Agriculture May 2013 - January 2014
State of Delaware December 2012 - May 2013
Michigan State University August 2012 - December 2012
Varnum LLP May 2012 - August 2012
Michigan State University May 2011 - August 2011
State of Michigan May 2011 - August 2011
Southwestern Michigan College May 2009 - May 2010
Ferris State University May 2008 - April 2010
Skills
Westlaw, Legal Research, Public Speaking, Research, Non-profits, Event Planning, Mediation, Fundraising, Editing, Microsoft Office, Legal Writing, Social Media, Event Management, Public Relations, PowerPoint, Policy Analysis
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 2010 — 2013
JD, Law
Ferris State University 2006 — 2010
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Ferris State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, Communication, General
Ferris State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan July 2015 - Present
Varnum LLP February 2007 - April 2015
Garan Lucow Miller PC 2005 - 2007
Skills
Non-profit..., Non-profit Leadership, Non-profit Fund..., Non-profit Board..., Strategic Planning, Advancement Planning, Donor Engagement, Major Gift Development, Fundraising, Relationship Building, Community Outreach, Community Advocacy, Legislative Issues, Public Speaking, Membership Development
Education
University of Tennessee College of Law 2001 — 2004
J.D., Cum Laude, Advocacy Concentration
Georgetown University 1996 — 2000
B.A., History, Asian and Russian Studies
Mayer Brown September 2015 - Present
Mayer Brown May 2014 - July 2014
Varnum LLP June 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Leadership, Customer Service, Legal Research, Social Media, Legal Writing, Social Networking, Data Analysis, Teamwork, Contract Negotiation, Policy Analysis, Finance, Contract Drafting, Microsoft Excel, Marketing, Research, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Management, Event Management, Sales, Budgets
Education
University of Chicago Law School 2012 — 2015
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Michigan State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor's Degree, General Management
Mid-Michigan Environmental Action Council December 2014 - Present
Varnum LLP May 2014 - August 2014
Gamaliel 2011 - 2013
Grandmont Rosedale Development CORP 2010 - 2011
Prima Civitas 2010 - 2010
Skills
Public Policy, Community Organizing, Community Outreach, Environmental Justice, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Legal Writing, Legal Research
Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor’s Degree
Michigan State University
Master’s Degree
Michigan State University College of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Varnum LLP October 2014 - May 2015
Grand Valley State University August 2012 - May 2014
Miller Johnson January 2014 - April 2014
Varnum LLP April 2013 - October 2013
Varnum LLP January 2013 - April 2013
Skills
Leadership, Time Management, Project Planning, Marketing, Critical Thinking, Communication, Management, Event Planning, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Social Networking
Education
Grand Valley State University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts; Bachelor of Business Administration, Chinese Studies; Marketing, GPA 4.0
East China Normal University 2014 — 2014
Chinese Studies, A
南京大学 2012 — 2012
A
HUDSONVILLE HIGH SCHOOL 2007 — 2011
Varnum LLP September 2015 - Present
Michigan Law Entrepreneurship Clinic September 2014 - May 2015
Southfield Public Schools January 2015 - March 2015
Ford Motor Company May 2014 - July 2014
Michigan Law Entrepreneurship Clinic January 2014 - May 2014
New Jersey Institute for Social Justice May 2013 - July 2013
Scorpions Wrestling School July 2011 - August 2012
Morris County Prosecutor's Office August 2011 - June 2012
Harvard Law School Gym/Town Sports International September 2007 - May 2011
Hudson County Superior Court/Children June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Coaching, Fundraising, Research, Policy, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Editing, Higher Education, Teaching
Education
University of Michigan Law School 2012 — 2015
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Harvard University 2007 — 2011
BA, Comparative Study of Religion
Delbarton High School 2003 — 2007
Varnum LLP May 2015 - August 2015
Michigan State University College of Law January 2015 - May 2015
The Gallagher Law Firm May 2014 - August 2014
St. Vincent Catholic Charities Immigration Law Clinic May 2014 - July 2014
Down to Earth Lawn Care May 2010 - August 2013
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Westlaw, Spanish, Public Speaking, Research
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 2013 — 2016
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Law
Dordt College 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
Hackney, Grover, Hoover & Bean September 2015 - Present
Flees ATA Martial Arts April 2012 - Present
Varnum LLP March 2015 - September 2015
Varnum LLP April 1999 - February 2015
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Westlaw, TLO, Grammar, Trial Practice, PACER, Personal Injury..., Creditors' Rights, Teaching, Team Leadership, TrueValue 5, Legal Assistance, Legal Research, Litigation, Courts, Civil Litigation, Trials, Mediation, Legal Documents, Pleadings, Litigation Support, Document Review, LexisNexis, Bankruptcy, Document Drafting, Notary Public, Outlook, Research, Administrative...
Education
Grand Valley State University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Criminal Justice and Corrections
Grand Valley State University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Criminal Justice and Corrections
Indiana University Maurer School of Law May 2015 - Present
Varnum LLP May 2015 - July 2015
Indiana University Maurer School of Law May 2014 - May 2015
U.S. District Court January 2015 - April 2015
U.S. Department of State May 2014 - August 2014
Shell Oil Company June 2011 - April 2013
Shell Oil Company August 2010 - June 2011
Shell Oil Company May 2009 - August 2009
Shell Oil Company June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Materials Management, Supply Chain Management, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, Logistics, Inventory Management, Analysis, Transportation, Petroleum, Management, Project Management, Procurement, Downstream Oil & Gas, Project Planning
Education
Indiana University Maurer School of Law 2013 — 2016
Juris Doctor Candidate
Michigan State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Supply Chain Management
Emelander Law Firm, P.C. September 2015 - Present
Westshore Community College January 2013 - Present
Springstead Law Offices August 2014 - August 2015
Oceana County January 2013 - August 2014
Law Office of Craig A. Jenison January 2007 - September 2013
Kent County Prosecuting Attorney's Office August 2010 - December 2010
Varnum LLP September 2008 - September 2009
Ottawa County Prosecutor's Office 2008 - 2009
Ottawa County 2008 - 2009
Skills
Criminal Law, Family Law, Personal Injury..., Legal Research, Legal Writing, Civil Litigation, Litigation Support, Child Advocacy, Guardianship, Probation, Trials, Litigation, Personal Injury, Legal Issues, Wills, Criminal Defense, Courts, Estate Law, Municipal Law
Education
Thomas M. Cooley Law School 2008 — 2012
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Criminal Law, General Litigation
Grand Valley State University 2003 — 2006
Bachlor of Science, Behavioral Sciences
Legacy Trust GR January 2015 - Present
Comerica Bank February 2014 - December 2014
Scholten Fant April 2012 - October 2013
Varnum LLP January 2010 - March 2012
Thomas M. Cooley Law School September 2007 - May 2010
Legal Assistance Center September 2008 - December 2008
City Attorney's Office May 2005 - July 2007
Atwater & Herren, Attorneys at Law LLC June 2004 - October 2005
Association of Minnesota September 2001 - May 2002
Skills
Research, Real Estate, Customer Relations, Time Management, Legal Writing, Westlaw, Fundraising, Legal Research
Education
Thomas M. Cooley Law School 2007 — 2010
JD, Graduated Cum Laude
Thomas M. Cooley Law School 2007 — 2010
Juris Doctor, JD
Hamline University St 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice and Legal Studies; Forensic Science
42 North Partners August 2012 - Present
Varnum LLP 1988 - 2012
Skills
Employee Benefits, Employment Law, Succession Planning, Employee Relations
Education
Davenport University 1987 — 1988
Associates of Applied Science, Legal Secretary and Executive Assistant
University of Minnesota Law School Office of Advancement November 2013 - Present
Varnum LLP May 2015 - July 2015
Trepanier MacGillis Battina P.A. June 2014 - September 2014
University of Minnesota Law School, Prof. Perry Moriearty June 2014 - August 2014
Zondervan Publishers April 2013 - August 2013
Hopeline Institute/Partners Worldwide January 2012 - February 2013
Esoko Networks January 2012 - February 2013
Kids' Food Basket June 2011 - January 2012
Bethany Christian Services - PARA (Programs Assisting Refugee Acculturation) August 2011 - December 2011
Calvin College Information Technology Department September 2008 - May 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Spanish, Customer Service, Business Development, Community Outreach, Leadership, International..., Nonprofits, Cultural Awareness, Social Media, Research, Event Planning, Editing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, PowerPoint
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 2013 — 2016
Juris Doctor Candidate, May 2016
Calvin College 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, international development studies and Spanish with a minor in business
Grand Rapids Christian High School 2004 — 2008
Language Services Associates 2011 - 2012
Sparrow Health System May 2008 - October 2008
Fifth Third Bank November 2004 - December 2007
Fifth Third Bank January 2007 - November 2007
Fifth Third Bank October 2001 - November 2004
Varnum LLP 1998 - 2001
Skills
Administrative Work, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Computer Proficiency, Work Ethic, Training, Trade Shows, Coordinate Meetings, Interviews, Time Management, Customer Service, Multi Tasking, Organization, Follow Through, Community Outreach, Teamwork, Transcription, Administrative..., Telephone Skills, Administrative...
Education
Northwestern Michigan College
Associate's Degree, Legal Administrative Assistant
Varnum LLP 1997 - Present
Kalamazoo County Metropolitan Planning Commission March 2003 - March 2005
City of Portage, MI February 1995 - April 2001
Varnum LLP 1991 - 1997
Skills
Construction Law, Real Estate, Shareholder Disputes, Commercial Litigation, Zoning, Riparian Rights, Closely Held Businesses, Land Use Law, Non-compete Litigation, Boundary Disputes, Easements, Waterfront Disputes, Environmental Litigation, Mechanics Liens, Litigation, Trials, Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Trade Secrets, Corporate Governance, Environmental Law, Corporate Law, Joint Ventures, Appeals, Courts, Business, Dispute Resolution, Litigation Support, Legal Writing, Shareholder, Dispute, Breach Of Contract, Arbitration
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 1987 — 1991
J.D.
Michigan State University 1982 — 1986
B.A., James Madison College, JMCD
Forest View Hospital Contract ManagerSpectrum Health2002 - 2006
Varnum LLP 1988 - 2002
Skills
Legal Writing, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Legal Research, Litigation, Contract Management, Healthcare, Courts, Westlaw, Civil Litigation, Legal Assistance, Document Review, Policy, Outlook, Employment Law, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Training
Education
Michigan State University 1975 — 1979
Bachelor's degree, Criminal Justice/Police Science
Institute for Paralegal Studies
Paralegal Studies
Varnum LLP January 2009 - Present
Varnum LLP August 2002 - December 2008
Skills
Commercial Litigation
Education
Wayne State University Law School 1999 — 2002
J.D.
Eastern Michigan University 1992 — 1997
BBA, Finance
Varnum LLP November 2012 - Present
Workspring September 2011 - November 2012
Steelcase January 2009 - August 2010
Turnstone Furniture (MyTurnstone.com) April 2007 - December 2008
Skills
Marketing Strategy, B2B, Marketing, New Business Development, Product Development, Sales Management, Account Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing Management, Market Planning, Event Planning, ExpressionEngine, Networking, Social Media Marketing, Hospitality, Social Media, Social Networking
Education
Western Michigan University 2007 — 2008
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
Lake Superior State University 2004 — 2006
LaDue Curran & Kuehn January 2014 - Present
Cooley LLP October 2012 - October 2013
Chambers for the Honorable D. Brooks Smith, U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, Third Circuit August 2011 - August 2012
Satterlee Stephens Burke & Burke LLP December 2008 - August 2011
Chambers of the Honorable Victor Marrero, U.S. District Court Judge, SDNY 2007 - 2008
Bryan Cave October 2006 - November 2007
Varnum LLP 2004 - 2004
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Securities Fraud, Breach of Contract, Non-Compete Litigation, Fraud Claims, Fraudulent Conveyance, Breach of Fiduciary Duty
Education
University of Notre Dame Law School 2003 — 2006
Doctor of Law (JD)
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 1999 — 2003
BBA, Finance, General
Varnum LLP September 1996 - Present
Bird, Loechl, Brittain & McCants November 1993 - August 1996
King & Spalding September 1990 - November 1993
Skills
Mergers, Community Banking, International Law, Corporate Law, Joint Ventures, Business Transactions, Early-stage Startups, Angel Investing, Credit Unions, Acquisitions
Education
Harvard Law School 1987 — 1990
J.D., law
Calvin College 1983 — 1987
BA, Economics
Grand Rapids Christian High School 1981 — 1983
Diploma
Varnum LLP June 2015 - Present
Strobl & Sharp, P.C. September 2011 - June 2015
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency January 2011 - May 2011
Michigan Department of Natural Resources and Envrionment May 2010 - August 2010
Michigan State College of Law Low Income Tax Payer Clinic May 2009 - May 2010
19th Disctrict Court May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Westlaw, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Courts, Environmental Law, Bankruptcy, Administrative Law, Trials, Motions, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Lexis
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 2008 — 2011
Juris Doctor
Tulane University Law School 2010 — 2010
International Comparative Law in Paris, France
Albion College 2004 — 2008
Bachelors of Arts, English and Economics
Brown University 2006 — 2006
Corporate Governance
Varnum LLP January 2015 - Present
Varnum, Riddering, Schmidt & Howlett January 2012 - February 2015
Kenyon & Kenyon February 2009 - June 2011
Blank Rome LLP July 2008 - February 2009
Skills
Westlaw, Library Management, Legal Research, Library Science, Research, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Blogging, Microsoft Word
Education
Queens College 2008 — 2011
MLS, Masters in Library and Information Studies
Fordham University 2003 — 2007
BA, English
Varnum LLP 2010 - Present
National Heritage Academies 2007 - 2010
X-Rite 1995 - 2007
Bell & Howell 1990 - 1995
Skills
International Business, Capital Goods, International Operations, New Business Development, Business Planning, Sales, Cross-functional Team..., Product Marketing, Marketing Communications, Business Development, Sales Management, Budgets, International Sales, Leadership, Product Launch, Global Business..., International Marketing, Sales Process, Competitive Analysis, Product Management, Solution Selling, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Strategy, Customer Service, Selling, Management, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Channel Partners, Market Research, Training, Product Development, Account Management, B2B, Strategy, Key Account Management, Customer Satisfaction, Project Planning, Negotiation, Coaching, Marketing Strategy, Contract Negotiation
Education
The University of Chicago 1981 — 1985
MBA, Marketing
Northwestern University 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish Language and Literature
Dykema Cox Smith August 2004 - Present
Varnum, Riddering, Schmidt & Howlett August 1999 - July 2004
Varnum LLP August 1999 - July 2004
Skills
Strategic Planning, Mergers & Acquisitions, Securities, Corporate Law, Corporate Governance, Licensing, Restructuring, Contract Negotiation, Budgets, Public Speaking, Mergers, Leadership, Management, Negotiation, Litigation, Commercial Litigation
Education
University of Michigan Law School 1996 — 1999
J.D., Law
Brigham Young University 1990 — 1996
B.A., International Relations - Law and Diplomacy
Two year missionary service 1991 — 1993
Varnum LLP
Skills
Legal Writing, Legal Research, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Courts, Commercial Litigation, Appeals, Mediation
Education
Grand Rapids Community College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Rock Gaming LLC February 2013 - Present
City of Grand Rapids Assessor's Office 2012 - 2013
Dykema Gossett PLLC January 2012 - April 2012
Meijer October 2011 - January 2012
Meijer June 2010 - May 2011
Varnum LLP September 1996 - August 2009
Skills
Corporate Law, Litigation, Employment Law, Licensing, Corporate Governance, Legal Research, Management, Mergers & Acquisitions
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 2009 — 2012
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Davenport University 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Paralegal Studies
J.P. Morgan July 2012 - Present
New York Life Insurance Company January 2012 - May 2012
Varnum LLP September 2011 - May 2012
Calvin College September 2008 - May 2012
Grand Rapids Charter Township May 2011 - September 2011
Calvin College Development Office January 2009 - May 2011
East Grand Rapids Middle School October 2008 - January 2011
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Research, Accounting, Data Analysis, Financial Reporting, Investments, Financial Analysis
Education
Calvin College 2008 — 2012
Finance, General
Michigan Health Lawyers, PLLC January 2015 - Present
Varnum LLP August 2009 - January 2015
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit August 2008 - August 2009
Dickinson Wright PLLC May 2006 - August 2007
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit September 2006 - December 2006
U.S. Department of Justice July 2006 - August 2006
US Securities and Exchange Commission 2005 - 2005
EDS May 2001 - September 2004
Skills
Litigation, Appeals, Trial Practice, Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law, Civil Litigation, Intellectual Property, Finance, Programming, Contract Law, Courts, Trials, Corporate Governance, Mediation, Criminal Defense, Legal Research, Legal Writing
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 2004 — 2008
JD, Summa Cum Laude
Michigan State University - The Eli Broad College of Business 2005 — 2007
MBA, Finance
University of Michigan 2001 — 2004
BS - Honors, Computer Science
Varnum LLP October 2011 - Present
Priority One July 2008 - October 2011
Anchor Bay Entertainment February 2006 - July 2008
O'Mara & Associates October 2004 - January 2006
The Porter Group, LLC April 2003 - October 2004
Skills
Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Project Management, Event Management, Brand Management, Business Intelligence, Market Research, Internal Communications, Process Improvement, CRM, Social Networking, Editing
Education
University of Michigan 1999 — 2003
BSE, Industrial & Operations Engineering
Law Practice of Christopher Salata January 2015 - Present
Varnum LLP February 2008 - December 2014
Nuyen, Tomtishen and Aoun, P.C. 2000 - 2008
Bodman PLC 1999 - 2000
Michigan National Bank 1991 - 1998
Skills
Loans, Real Estate Financing, Loan Origination, Workouts &..., Closing Counsel, Financial Transactions, Complex Transactions, Project Management, Commercial Real Estate, Commercial Finance, Real Estate, Real Estate Development, Due Diligence, Real Estate Transactions, Contract Negotiation, Corporate Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Banking, Mediation, Business Transactions, Social Enterprise, Pay for Performance, Pay for Success..., Impact Investing, Social Impact Bonds, Letters of Credit, Business Judgment, In-House Counsel, Finance, Corporate Finance, Corporate Counsel, Transactional Banking, Corporate Real Estate, Legal Compliance, Collective Impact, Social Innovation, Corporate Venture..., Construction Loans, Commercial Mortgages, Facilitation, Complex Contracts, Distressed Debt Sales, Client Relations, Legal Issues, Employee Training
Education
Wayne State University Law School 1984 — 1987
J.D., Law
University of Michigan
B.G.S., English Language and Literature l Communications l Journalism
Varnum LLP May 2013 - Present
DiDio Legalis September 2010 - April 2013
Butzel Long 2000 - 2010
Skills
Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Law, Corporate Finance, Mergers, Joint Ventures
Education
Michigan State University College of Law 1994 — 1997
J.D., Tax Concentration Program
University of Michigan 1989 — 1993
B.A., Economics
Keller Thoma May 2015 - Present
Varnum LLP March 2014 - May 2015
Private Practive March 2011 - March 2014
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law August 2012 - June 2013
University of Detroit Mercy School of Law January 2009 - July 2012
Kitch July 2007 - March 2011
Committee on the Judiciary, U.S. House of Representatives 2005 - 2006
U.S. House of Representatives Constitution Subcommittee 2003 - 2005
U.S. House of Representatives 1993 - 2003
Skills
Courts, Corporate Law, Trials, Administrative Law, Legal Issues, Intellectual Property, Editing, Trial Practice, Employment Law
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 2000 — 2003
Doctor of Law (JD)
Colgate University 1988 — 1991
BA, Int'l Relations
Shawnee High School 1983 — 1985
diploma
Varnum LLP August 2013 - Present
Northland Financial Inc. September 2004 - Present
Teeples Law, PLLC June 2012 - August 2013
Howard Law Group January 2012 - August 2013
Kent County Corporate Counsel's Office August 2011 - December 2011
Bed Bath & Beyond August 2008 - September 2010
Skills
Quickbooks, Notary Public, Microsoft Office, Westlaw, PACER, Timeslips, Insurance, Legal Research, QuickBooks, Analysis
Education
Davenport University 2010 — 2011
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, Paralegal Studies
Western Michigan University - Haworth College of Business 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Management, Spanish
Fifth Third Bank April 2013 - Present
Mirador Family Wealth Advisors, a division of Fifth Third Bank March 2012 - Present
Mirador Family Wealth Advisors, a division of Fifth Third Bank 2009 - March 2012
Fifth Third Bank June 2007 - December 2008
Fifth Third Bank June 2006 - June 2007
Varnum LLP August 2005 - May 2006
HSBC Private Bank December 2001 - June 2005
Susan Vogel-Vanderson, Attorney at Law September 1992 - December 2001
Harter Secrest & Emery LLP September 1986 - August 1992
Skills
Wealth Management, Banking, Financial Advisory, Asset Management, Estate Planning, Leadership, Due Diligence, Wealth Management..., Financial Planners, Financial Services, Start-ups, Wealth, Trust Services, Insurance
Education
University of Michigan Law School 1983 — 1986
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
The University of Michigan 1982 — 1983
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) with High Distinction, English Language and Literature/Letters
Grand Rapids Junior College 1980 — 1981
Associate's of Arts (A.A.), with Honors
Scholten Fant February 2011 - Present
Varnum LLP May 1986 - November 2010
Education
American University Washington College of Law 1982 — 1985
JD, Cum Laud, Law
Hope College 1978 — 1982
BA, Magna Cum Laud, Political Science
Leadership West Michigan 2008
Varnum LLP September 1992 - Present
Skills
Courts, Litigation, Estate Planning, Succession Planning, Appeals, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Legal Research, Arbitration, Mediation, Corporate Law, Trade Secrets, Fundraising, Trusts
Education
Northwestern University School of Law 1989 — 1992
JD, Law
Hope College 1985 — 1989
BA, Economics
Hinsdale Central High School 1981 — 1985
Varnum LLP October 1983 - Present
Skills
bond counsel, underwriter's counsel, tax-exempt bonds, higher education, 501(c)(3) bonds, manufacturing bonds, school bonds, governmental bonds, tax increment financing, borrower's counsel, bank counsel, municipal bonds, economic development, tax abatement, hospital bonds, brownfields, downtown development, library bonds, water and sewer bonds, Economic Development, Municipal Bonds, Appeals, Litigation, Tax Increment Financing, Tax-exempt, Municipal Law, Tax Abatement, Public Finance, Construction Law, Estate Administration, Downtown, Legal Writing, Corporate Law
Education
Duke University School of Law 1980 — 1983
J.D.
University of Alberta 1976 — 1980
B.A. Magna Cum Laude, Sociology
Varnum LLP June 2012 - Present
Chappelle Consulting, LLC July 2007 - Present
Thomas M. Cooley Law School January 2006 - Present
Michigan Public Service Commission June 2000 - June 2007
Governor John Engler January 1997 - June 2000
Skills
Legal Research, Litigation, Legal Writing, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Public Speaking, Courts, Corporate Law, Mediation, Arbitration, Policy, Public Policy, Administrative Law, Corporate Governance
Education
Thomas M. Cooley Law School
Doctor of Law (JD)
University of Michigan
Veritas Law Group February 2008 - Present
Varnum, LLP 2001 - 2007
Dickinson Wright PLLC March 2000 - June 2001
JPMorgan Chase 1995 - 1999
U.S. Bankruptcy Court 1998 - 1998
Cook County State's Attorney's Office 1995 - 1995
Skills
Litigation, Legal Writing, Trials, Real Estate, Dispute Resolution, Mergers & Acquisitions, Courts, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Dispute, Commercial Litigation, Microsoft Office, Bankruptcy, Real Estate Transactions, Analysis, Legal Advice, Mediation, Appeals, Disputes, High Dollar Collection, Business and Contract..., Civil Litigation, Corporate Law, Management, Arbitration, Strategic Planning
Education
DePaul University College of Law 1995 — 1999
Juris Doctor, Law
Lake Forest College 1992 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts, English; Politics
Varnum LLP January 2008 - Present
Varnum LLP September 1999 - December 2007
Skills
Bankruptcy, Commercial Lending, Letters of Credit, Lines Of Credit, Creditors' Rights, Asset Based Lending, Asset Based Finance, Municipal Bonds, Government Bonds, Corporate Finance, Bonds
Education
Wayne State University 1996 — 1999
Doctor of Law (JD), Law
Grand Valley State University 1992 — 1996
Hospitality Administration/Management
Varnum LLP June 1981 - Present
Glenview Public Schools August 1974 - June 1978
Skills
Civil Litigation, Employment Law, Litigation, Bankruptcy, Mediation, Negotiation, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Appeals, Arbitration
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 1979 — 1981
JD/MLIR, Law; labor
Eastern Michigan University 1976 — 1977
M. Elem. Ed., Elementary Education
University of Michigan 1969 — 1973
BA, History; Am Studies; Poli Sci; Educ.
Varnum, LLP January 2013 - Present
Devaney Jacob Wilson, PLLC February 2010 - December 2012
U.S. International Trade Commission January 2001 - December 2001
National Labor Relations Board November 1988 - December 1994
Federal Labor Relations Authority March 1988 - November 1988
U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board August 1982 - March 1988
Skills
Litigation, Arbitration, Mediation, Alternative Dispute..., Appeals, Dispute Resolution, Labor and Employment, Patents, Legal Writing, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Intellectual Property
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 1972 — 1975
J.D., 1975, Law
University of Maryland College Park 1964 — 1970
B.A., M.A., European History, Political Science
Barnes & Thornburg LLP 2009 - Present
Varnum LLP 1986 - 2008
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Mediation, Appeals, Leadership, Breach Of Contract, Employment..., Construction Law, Arbitration, Civil Litigation, Creditors' Rights, Trials, Trade Secrets, Class Actions, Trademark Infringement, Securities Litigation, Business Litigation, Trial Practice, Licensing, Legal Research, Westlaw, Discrimination, Appellate Practice, Non-compete Agreements, Patents, Intellectual Property, Retaliation, Dispute Resolution, Product Liability, Employment Law, Corporate Law, Health Law, Employment Contracts, Estate Planning, Courts, Alternative Dispute..., Bankruptcy, Criminal Law, Legal Advice, Unfair Competition, Torts, Legal Writing, Estate Administration
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1983 — 1986
Law
University of Texas atAustin School of Law
J.D
University of Michigan
B.B.A
Amway April 2010 - Present
Amway North America July 2007 - August 2010
Alticor Legal August 2004 - July 2007
Varnum LLP November 1999 - August 2004
Warner Norcross & Judd LLP August 1995 - November 1999
Skills
Training, Budgets, Event Management, Management, Coaching, Legal Writing, Calendaring, Legal Research, Mergers, Social Media, Business Planning, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Accounting, Marketing Strategy, Business Strategy, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Legal Assistance, Executive..., Appointment Scheduling, Meeting Scheduling, Expense Management, Project Planning, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Event Planning
Education
Coldwater High School 1976 — 1980
Davenport University
Legal Studies
Varnum LLP June 2013 - Present
Even & Franks PLLC May 2010 - July 2012
Professor Jeffrey Kwall, Loyola University Chicago School of Law August 2011 - May 2012
Honorable Ronald A. Guzman, United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois August 2011 - November 2011
Skills
Legal Writing, Tax Law, Estate Planning, Corporate Law, Corporate Tax, Partnership Taxation, International Tax, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, French, Tax
Education
Northwestern University School of Law 2012 — 2013
Master of Laws (LLM) in Taxation, with honors
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 2009 — 2012
J.D., magna cum laude, Tax Certificate
Hope College 2005 — 2009
B.A., magna cum laude, International Studies, Art History
Mona Shores
Varnum LLP March 2014 - Present
Keller Thoma, P.C. October 2007 - March 2014
Pepper Hamilton LLP August 1996 - October 2007
Skills
Labor & Employment..., Employment..., Employment Counseling, Civil Litigation, Arbitration, Corporate Law, Employee Handbooks, Jury Trials/Bench Trials, Non-compete Litigation, FLSA Litigation and...
Education
University of Michigan 1984 — 1989
BA, Economics; Political Science
Santa Clara University School of Law
J.D.
Varnum LLP September 1999 - Present
Skills
Family Law, Litigation, Arbitration, Parenting Time, Mediation, Courts, Domestic Relations, Trials
Education
University of Michigan 1989 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Wayne State University Law School
J.D.
Varnum LLP March 2014 - Present
Keller Thoma, P.C. May 2005 - March 2014
City of Detroit 2000 - 2005
Henry Ford Health System 1998 - 2000
Skills
Legal Writing, Westlaw, Legal Assistance, Employment Law, Litigation
Education
Concordia University-Ann Arbor 2003 — 2005
Master's, Organizational Leadership and Administration
Macomb Community College
Associates, Legal Assistant
University of Phoenix
Bachelor's, Business Management
Varnum LLP AAGState of MichiganNovember 2010 - January 2013
City of Philadelphia Law Department February 1997 - February 2007
Zuckert, Scoutt & Rasenberger September 1991 - February 1997
United States Tax Court January 1990 - August 1991
Office of Chief Counsel, Internal Revenue Service January 1987 - January 1989
Skills
Legal Research, Litigation, Legal Writing, Civil Litigation, Hearings, Appeals, Courts, State, local and...
Education
New York University School of Law 1985 — 1986
LL.M., Taxation
Maurice A. Deane School of Law at Hofstra University 1982 — 1985
J.D., Law
Franklin & Marshall 1978 — 1982
BA, English
Varnum LLP May 2014 - Present
Skills
Legal Research, Corporate Governance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Research, Legal Writing, Westlaw, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Courts, Customer Service
Education
University of Michigan Law School 2010 — 2014
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
University of Michigan 2007 — 2010
BA, Economics
Varnum LLP May 2015 - Present
Deloitte Services, LP June 2008 - May 2015
Pathway Solutions, INC January 2008 - June 2008
Darlene S. Vasi, P.C. January 2006 - June 2008
Butzel Long April 2004 - January 2008
Varnum LLP 1999 - 2004
Skills
Litigation Support, Legal Research, PowerPoint, Tax Preparation, Accounting, SAP, Peachtree, Employee Relations, Employee Benefits, Software Documentation, Accounts Payable, Tax, Human Resources, Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Microsoft Excel, Auditing
Education
Walsh College 2007 — 2010
Bachelor’s Degree, Accounting
Kaplan University-Davenport Campus 2004 — 2005
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Grand Rapids Community College 1998 — 2003
Associate in Arts, Legal Office Administration/Criminal Justice
Varnum LLP April 2015 - Present
Self-Employed April 2015 - Present
Community Media Center 88.1FM WYCE June 2013 - Present
Elzinga & Volkers, Inc. Construction Professionals September 2013 - April 2015
Women's LifeStyle Magazine, Inc. January 2013 - September 2013
Calvin College January 2013 - May 2013
Marketing Werks September 2012 - December 2012
Tim Tripp for Iowa State Senate May 2012 - November 2012
Women's LifeStyle Magazine, Inc. June 2012 - August 2012
jb and me March 2012 - August 2012
Skills
PowerPoint, Market Research, Editing, Social Media, Public Speaking, Writing, Word, Excel, Group Communication, Advertising, Experiential Learning, Customer Service, Event Planning, Fundraising, Project Management, French, Marketing, Event Management, Microsoft Word, Sales, Social Networking, Photography, Public Relations, Microsoft Excel, Nonprofits, Blogging, Press Releases, Community Outreach
Education
Calvin College 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Strategic Communication, Music minor
Chicago Semester 2012 — 2012
Károli Gáspár Református Egyetem 2011 — 2011
Pella High School 2005 — 2009
Varnum LLP September 1979 - Present
Bell Laboratories February 1969 - August 1979
Skills
Intellectual Property..., Computer Law...
Education
Chicago Kent College of Law 1975 — 1980
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Concentrated on Patent Law and Computer Law, Magna Cum Laude
Stanford University 1969 — 1970
Master's degree, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Magna Cum Laude
Bradley University 1964 — 1969
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Summa Cum Laude
HR 360, Inc. October 2010 - Present
Varnum LLP September 2008 - December 2009
Skills
Email Marketing, Social Media, Legal Research, Legal Writing
Education
University of Notre Dame Law School 2005 — 2008
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
University of Michigan 2001 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Roche Diabetes Care, Inc. August 1998 - Present
Dow AgroSciences 1994 - 1998
3M 1992 - 1994
Varnum LLP 1990 - 1992
Skills
Patent Prosecution, Freedom to Operate, Client Counseling, Patent Portfolio..., Patents, Intellectual Property, Prosecution, Patentability
Education
Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law 1987 — 1990
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law, Cum Laude
Purdue University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Science (BS), Chemical Engineering
Seipp, Flick,and Hosley LLP July 2015 - Present
Legal Research Center October 2014 - Present
Western Michigan University Thomas M. Cooley Law School May 2000 - August 2014
Auto-Owners Insurance April 1998 - May 2000
Varnum LLP October 1996 - April 1998
Skills
Legal Writing, Legal Research, Contract Law, Uniform Commercial Code, Negotiable Instruments, Teaching, Higher Education, eDiscovery, Analytical Reasoning, Public Speaking, Writing, Editing, Westlaw, No-Fault, Property & Casualty..., Litigation, Civil Litigation, Courts, Mediation, Appeals
Education
Thomas M. Cooley Law School 1992 — 1995
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Davenport University
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration