Mark J. Zausmer

Jared provides straightforward and effective advice to business entities and individuals in transactional, corporate and information technology matters. Prior to joining Dickinson Wright, Jared served as in-house counsel for IBM where he gained extensive experience in reviewing and negotiating software, technology, financing and services contracts, as well as drafting and evaluating contract terms, work orders and statements of work. Since joining the firm, Jared has expanded his practice and...

Cynthia L. Umphrey works with individuals, families, and business owners on legal matters that affect both their personal lives and their companies. Based in Troy, Michigan, Ms. Umphrey advises clients through Kemp Klein on estate planning, estate and trust administration, and business planning matters. Her practice includes Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships), Closely Held Companies and Family Businesses Law , and Trusts and Estates . She assists clients in structuring p...

Heather G. Ptasznik is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Employment Law - Management. Heather G. practices law in Birmingham, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Heather G. Ptasznik 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 Heather G. Ptasznik is held by other lawyers.

Ralph A. Castelli Jr. is an attorney with Kemp Klein in Troy, Michigan . His practice focuses on Corporate Law , Real Estate Law , and Trusts and Estates , with an emphasis on advising businesses and individuals on planning, transactions, and long‑term business and ownership strategies. Mr. Castelli works with closely held and family-owned businesses on a wide range of corporate matters, including business planning and structuring, exit planning , shareholder and partner separations, and comp...

Michael J. Lusardi provides counsel to companies and individuals in the acquisition, disposition, leasing, development, construction, and financing of office, retail, industrial, mixed-use, and residential projects throughout the United States. He frequently works as real estate counsel for corporate clients, representing them in the acquisition, development, and leasing of real estate and assisting in day-to-day real estate affairs. Prior to joining Dickinson Wright, Michael practiced in Kat...

Ronald S. Nixon is a commercial litigation attorney with more than 25 years of experience representing businesses and individuals in complex disputes. Based in Troy, Michigan, Mr. Nixon practices with Kemp Klein , where he assists clients with litigation, appeals, and dispute resolution in state and federal courts. His work focuses on developing practical litigation strategies and carefully analyzing legal and factual issues to help clients address challenging conflicts. Mr. Nixon’s pra...

Norman D. Orr is a shareholder at Kemp Klein in Troy, Michigan, focusing his practice on corporate and commercial matters, including Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law and Corporate Law. With more than forty years of experience advising businesses, lenders, and other stakeholders, he assists clients with the purchase and sale of businesses, entity formation, financing transactions, shareholder and partner disputes, and the negotiation and preparation of ...

Experience Mr. Horton has been trying lawsuits for over 25 years. He primarily practices in the areas of business and commercial disputes, employment law, and real estate cases. Many cases are related to the automobile industry. Bill is certified as a Civil Trial Specialist by the National Board of Trial Advocacy, the foremost national organization to certify trial skills. In business litigation, Bill has tried numerous shareholder disputes, claims of misappropriation of trade secrets, breach...

William Altman practices in the areas of labor, employment, and benefits litigation on behalf of private and public sector employers. He has extensive experience representing employers in cases involving anti-discrimination laws, whistle-blower and retaliation actions, ERISA actions, non-competition agreements, trade secrets, fiduciary duty actions, and class actions. William defends employers in state and federal courts and before state and federal agencies. He has particular experience defe...

Bill's distinctive style makes him effective as a first chair litigator and as a lead transactional lawyer. He had done both successfully for major corporations for decades. Drawing from his experience as in-house counsel, including as Chief IP Counsel for Lear Corporation, Bill offers sophisticated business judgment that is rare in private practice. His in-house experience includes service for the US Army, BASF, SC Johnson, and Detroit Diesel. As evidence of his breadth and depth, Bill has s...