Michael J. Cook

Gustaf R. Andreasen is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Gustaf R. practices law in Southfield, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Gustaf R. Andreasen 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 Gustaf R. Andreasen is held by other lawyers.

Bonnie Sherr represents financial institutions in lending transactions, including the structuring, negotiation, and documentation of commercial and real estate facilities. She has particular expertise in asset-based loan originations, including loans secured by aircraft, acquisition financing, construction and land development loans, end mortgage loans, and multi-currency, multi-rate loans. She also advises financial institutions on lender liability issues. Ms. Sherr has significant experienc...

Steve Howell has been practicing for over 40 years as a bankruptcy and insolvency lawyer providing a broad range of services in the distressed business context. A significant part of Steve’s practice is spent counseling lenders in troubled loan matters throughout the workout process, including exit strategies, refinancings, restructures, sales, out-of-court and court proceedings, bankruptcy and liquidation. Steve has also represented borrowers, creditors’ committees, creditors and...

Christopher A. Cornwall focuses his practice on complex Commercial and Business Litigation and Construction law. With a depth of experience in litigation, Mr. Cornwall represents corporations in business disputes, including breach of contract, tortious interference, fraud, non-compete provisions, shareholder claims and buy-sell agreements. He counsels business and private owners in real estate matters, including adverse possession, zoning issues, restrictive covenants, variances, boundary dis...

Colin Darke is Founder, President & CEO of CompliSun, Inc. and Managing Attorney of CompliSun Legal PLC, where he leads a fractional compliance and legal practice serving fintechs, banks, and registered investment advisors. A Best Lawyers® 2026 honoree in Corporate Law and 2027 honoree in Corporate Law and Banking & Finance Law, Colin brings more than 20 years of experience at the intersection of banking law, compliance, and financial technology. Colin previously co-founded Rocket...

Terry W. Bonnette is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Terry W. practices law in Detroit, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Terry W. Bonnette 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 Terry W. Bonnette is held by other l...

Sara M. Kruse is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Sara, who practices law in Southfield, Michigan, has been recognized since 2027. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey and reflects the high esteem in which Sara is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Mr. Scavone is chair of Bodman’s Real Estate Practice Group. He has represented banks and other financial institutions in a wide variety of complex, multi-million dollar, secured loans and other financial arrangements involving real estate. Such financings include mortgage loans, land acquisition and development loans, and construction financing for projects as diverse as shopping centers, apartment projects, office buildings, manufacturing facilities, residential developments, golf cou...

Greg Moore is a partner in Taft's Health Care and Life Sciences practice group. Greg has been a practicing health care attorney since 1991. During his entire career, he has focused on representing and counseling providers of all types and sizes across all existing and developing segments of the industry. He has been recognized as a thought leader and innovator when it comes to the integration of behavioral and physical health care. With 25 years of experience serving clients in the industry, ...

Eric Bartley specializes in complex commercial real estate finance transactions for national bank and non-bank lenders on both portfolio investments as well as investments intended for securitization in the capital markets. Specifically, Eric has served as lead counsel for clients in commercial mortgage originations – both senior and subordinate lien positions, mezzanine financing, preferred equity investments, and the related negotiation of intercreditor and participation agreements on...