Curtis H. "Curt" Mistele

A $2 million offer became $102.6 million. That is what Michigan Auto Law won after the insurance company only offered $2 million to settle. It is not a one-time number. It is a pattern. $102.6 Million verdict. Insurance offer: $2 Million. $40 Million wrongful death verdict. Insurance offer: $0. $34.5 Million trucking crash settlement. Final offer (in trial): $14 Million. 15 separate trial verdicts of between $1 million and almost $15 million, on final offers of between $0 and $30,000. That is...

Victoria Lehman manages all aspects of litigation and serves as trial counsel for the defense of hospitals and healthcare providers in medical malpractice litigation, premises liability and general negligence claims. Her practice focuses primarily on the defense of healthcare providers and health systems in all facets of litigation, from initial investigation through trial. She has significant experience managing high exposure claims, with a strong emphasis on pre-suit resolution and alternat...

Mr. Lewiston specializes in a wide range of business litigation, formation, and negotiation. He has represented major sports franchises including The Detroit Lions and The Detroit Red Wings, as well as numerous business executives and their companies, law firms, and real estate developers. He has been involved in major antitrust action suits, recovering in excess of $50 million for his clients. He has served as a mediator/facilitator/lecturer in business matters throughout Michigan. For many ...

Mr. Cracchiolo is an adviser to high net worth individuals and families on a variety of personal, business and tax matters, including estate planning, estate, gift and generation-skipping tax issues, closely-held business transactions and succession, family office formation and operation, private trust companies, real estate transactions and philanthropic strategies. He also represents professional and individual trustees on trust and estate administration matters and works closely with famil...

Keela Johnson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law and Family Law Mediation. Keela practices law in Troy, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Keela Johnson since 2024. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Keela Johnson is held by other lawyers.

Prior to beginning his legal career, Mr. Rettig worked in the automotive industry and held various product engineering and sales positions. He joined an intellectual property law firm in 1988, and concentrated his practice on obtaining and enforcing patents, trademarks and copyrights for clients in various fields, with a particular emphasis in the automotive industry. After practicing for 11 years, he joined a Tier I automotive supplier as Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secreta...

Alex Lebedinski is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Alex practices law in Troy, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Alex Lebedinski since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Alex Lebedinski is held by other lawyers.

Joan Skrzyniarz, a member in Dickinson Wright’s Nashville and Troy offices, focuses her practice on Trusts, estate planning, and probate law. She has served as counsel to personal representatives, trustees, and beneficiaries in probate, trust administration, and litigation and has advised individuals and families about guardianship and conservatorship matters.

Diane M. Soubly is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Employment Law - Management and Litigation - ERISA. Diane M. practices law in Birmingham, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Diane M. Soubly since 2006. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Diane M. Soubly is held by other lawyers.

Neal Nusholtz is a tax attorney with more than 40 years of legal experience advising individuals, businesses, and fiduciaries on complex tax matters. Based in Troy, Michigan, he practices at Kemp Klein and represents clients in matters involving Tax Law , Litigation and Controversy – Tax , and Trusts and Estates . His work includes guidance on federal and state tax issues, audits, administrative proceedings, and tax-related disputes. Mr. Nusholtz assists clients with income tax matters,...