Eric J. Sosenko

As a lifelong auto enthusiast, Steven has never been far from the action. Having worked as a senior project engineer at General Motors, representing clients in the automotive industry seemed like a natural next step. He has served as in-house patent counsel for a Tier 1 supplier, as well as acting as primary outside counsel for a number of Tier 1 and lower Tier suppliers in private practice. Now, having gained decades of experience representing automotive industry entities, clients look to hi...

Mr. Manley is a member of the Banking, Business, and Emerging Companies and Venture Capital practice groups. He represents clients in a variety of general business transactions and in matters involving corporate governance, commercial contractual issues, mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, and debt and equity financing. Most recently, Mr. Manley practiced in the New York office of a global law firm where he focused on complex financial transactions. In that role, he worked with comme...

Sarah L. Wixson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Health Care Law. Sarah L. practices law in Ann Arbor, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Sarah L. Wixson since 2027. 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 Sarah L. Wixson is held by other lawyers.

Thomas W. Forster II is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Thomas W. practices law in Ann Arbor, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Thomas W. Forster II since 2017. 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 Thomas W. Forster II is held by other lawyers.

Daniel L. Buckfire earned his undergraduate degree in accounting from the University of Michigan Business School in 1989.Mr. Buckfire was Phi Beta Kappa and graduated in the top 10% of his class. He graduated cum laude from the prestigious University of Michigan Law School in 1991 and has been engaged in the private practice of law since his successful completion of the bar exam. Daniel L. Buckfire specializes in Michigan car accident cases, no-fault insurance claims, dram shop liability, and...

Gregory L. Curtner is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Antitrust Law, Commercial Litigation, Litigation - Antitrust and Sports Law. Gregory L. practices law in Ann Arbor, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Gregory L. Curtner since 1995. 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 Gregory L. Curtner is held by other lawyers.

Angela Alvarez Sujek focuses her practice on trademark and copyright clearance, prosecution and enforcement, advertising and marketing, licensing, and corporate transactions involving intellectual property assets. She has handled international trademark protection and enforcement for large portfolios in the automotive, manufacturing, financial, food services, and medical device industries. She has handled numerous contentious actions at the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board. Angela has provide...

Joanne advises clients on a wide range of state and local tax matters, with a focus on tax controversy, litigation, and planning. She represents businesses of all sizes—from closely held companies to Fortune 500 corporations—in disputes involving Michigan’s corporate income tax, sales and use tax, withholding, and individual income tax. Her practice also includes handling multistate tax issues and helping clients understand and respond to audits, assessments, and refund clai...

Paul R. Fransway concentrates his practice on franchise, distribution, trademark and unfair competition law. He serves as primary franchise counsel for a number of national franchisors, and he helps them comply with disclosure and registration requirements under the Federal Trade Commission and various state laws. Mr. Fransway is also an expert in all aspects of franchise contract enforcement, including covenants not to compete, trademark infringement, and post-termination remedies, both in c...

Shawn Strand is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Shawn practices law in Ann Arbor, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Shawn Strand 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 Shawn Strand is held by other lawyers.