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David A. Kotzian is the managing member of David A. Kotzian, PLLC in Farmington Hills, Michigan. For the past 24 years, his practice has been concentrated in employment rights litigation, counseling, arbitration and mediation. Mr. Kotzian is a 1984 graduate of the University of Michigan Law School, and also earned his Ph.D. in Labor Economics from the University of Michigan. He is the Past Chair of the Oakland County Employment Law Committee, and a past Council Member of the State Bar of Mich...

Lawrence E. Gursten 's legal career as one of the top car accident lawyers in the country spans more than 40 years. He is founding partner of Michigan Auto Law and continues to passionately advocate for victims of car and truck accidents throughout Michigan. Larry has lectured extensively at legal seminars for nearly 40 years, helping Michigan lawyers on the subjects of traumatic brain injury, neck and back injury cases, the Michigan No-Fault law and strategies for litigating automobile accid...

Education: J.D., Magna Cum Laude, Michigan State University College of LawB.A., Economics, Michigan State University Experience: Miller Canfield, Senior Principal/Information Technology & Cyberlaw Section Chair, 1986-2013University of Phoenix, Advanced Certified Faculty Member, 2001-presentLaw Clerk to U.S. District Judge Robert E. DeMascio, 1984-1986 Professional Activities:American Bar Association, 1986-presentState Bar of Michigan, 1984-preentArmenian Bar Association, Board of Governor...

Shannon Nichols has extensive commercial real estate and corporate experience, having represented clients in private practice and as in-house counsel for MSX International and Kmart Corporation. In the course of that work, she has represented companies in their acquisition and disposition of various assets, including significant real estate assets, negotiated hundreds of commercial leases, and assisted real estate developers with a variety of corporate, regulatory, and real estate matters, re...

Robert Labe ’s trusts and estates and business law practice is among the most highly regarded in the state. He possesses extensive experience in estate planning, estate and trust administration, contested estate and trust matters, business law, business succession planning and tax planning. Robert is a frequent lecturer and prolific author. He speaks at seminars before legal and professional groups, including as a lecturer at the Institute of Continuing Legal Education at the University...

Gregory Light is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Gregory practices law in Farmington Hills, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Gregory Light since 2025. 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 Light is held by other lawyers.

J. Thomas MacFarlane works extensively with individuals on estate planning, tax planning and probate matters and with businesses on succession planning and corporate restructuring. Thomas counsels clients on the various wealth preservation strategies which are available to high net worth individuals. He is also frequently asked to represent beneficiaries or fiduciaries in complex estate contests and trust disputes. Tom has represented clients in all aspects of corporate law and has counseled ...

Christian P. Collis is a trial attorney at Giroux Pappas Law PC in Farmington Hills, Michigan, representing individuals and families in personal injury and medical malpractice matters . With more than 20 years of courtroom experience, Chris focuses his practice on Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs and Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs, advocating for clients who have suffered serious injuries due to negligence. Chris is known for his thorough case preparation, clear communication, an...

Mark Cantor specializes in trademark litigation and has tried various cases involving patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and copyrights. Mark is one of the founders of the firm and has been with the firm as a Shareholder since 1983. He has over 35 years of IP litigation experience. He has extensive experience in dealing with complex litigation matters in all technology areas and has tried cases relating to patents, trademarks, trade secrets and copyrights in state and federal courts and admi...

Brian H. Rolfe is the President and Chief Operating Officer of Kemp Klein in Troy, Michigan. His practice focuses on Commercial Litigation and Corporate Law , advising business owners, companies, families, and individuals on a wide range of legal matters. Mr. Rolfe works closely with clients to address business disputes, operational concerns, and other complex legal challenges that arise throughout the life of a business. His approach emphasizes practical solutions and careful planning while ...