B. Jay Yelton III

Matthew B. Van Dyk is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Real Estate Law. Matthew B., who practices law in Kalamazoo, Michigan, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew B. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Sarah K. Willey is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Sarah K., who practices law in Kalamazoo, Michigan, has been recognized since 2020. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Sarah K. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Bill is a member of the Financial Services Practice Group and has significant experience in public financing, commercial and investment real estate lending and bankruptcy law. He represents financial institutions in a variety of commercial loans with Native American borrowers and has experience with related commercial lending issues such as waivers of sovereign immunity, submission to jurisdiction, governing law and trust lands.

Michael J. Willis is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate Law and Litigation - Trusts and Estates. Michael J., who practices law in Kalamazoo, Michigan, has been recognized since 2013. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Michael J. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Leigh M. Schultz is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Leigh M., who practices law in Kalamazoo, Michigan, has been recognized since 2019. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Leigh M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Shaun P. Willis is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Real Estate. Shaun P., who practices law in Kalamazoo, Michigan, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Shaun P. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Rebecca Strauss is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Litigation - Labor and Employment. Rebecca, who practices law in Kalamazoo, Michigan, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Rebecca is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

David M. Buday is a Member of Miller Johnson and has been practicing law since 1989. His practice is focused on representing employers and management in a wide range of labor and employment matters. While his labor and employment practice covers a wide range of industries, Mr. Buday is chair of Miller Johnson’s Employment – Health Care Practice Group. He also serves on the firm’s management committee. Employment Law Mr. Buday provides day-to-day counsel to company owners, co...

Julie has practiced family law in Southwest Michigan for over 20 years. She is a fellow in the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. She is past President of the Kalamazoo County Bar Association. And, she was elected twice to serve as a commissioner for the nine counties that comprise District F of the Michigan State Bar.

Fred Schubkegel, Jr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Commercial Finance Law and Corporate Law. Fred, who practices law in Kalamazoo, Michigan, has been recognized since 2005. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Fred is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.