Olav Kolstad

Jack Walker focuses his practice on medical malpractice and catastrophic injury cases in which people have been hurt due to the negligence of others. As a trial lawyer, he understands the complexity and the difficulty inherent in these types of cases. Over the years, Mr. Walker has come to understand that thorough and hard work can make the difference between a favorable and unfavorable verdict. In 2018, Mr. Walker was instrumental in winning a $43.32 million medical malpractice verdict again...

Mr. Burgess currently serves as Dickinson Wright’s Chairman. From 2010 through 2018, Mr. Burgess served as Dickinson Wright’s Chief Executive Officer, overseeing all aspects of the Firm’s professional and business operations, strategic planning, client relations and business expansion. For more than 20 years, served as counsel to secured lenders (including banks, insurance companies, lending syndicates, administrative agents, collateral agents and loan servicers) in all aspe...

Duane R. Fisher concentrates his practice in the areas of real estate law, hotels and resorts, construction law, business structure and operations and commercial transactions. Mr. Fisher has represented a wide range of business organizations, from hotel owners, telecommunications companies, general contractors, Wall Street investment firms and multi-billion dollar energy development companies to closely held corporations and sole proprietors, in both private transactions and before federal an...

William F. Tarantino is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Natural Resources Law. William F. practices law in San Francisco, California Best Lawyers has recognized William F. Tarantino 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 William F. Tarantino is held by other lawyers.

Matt Wood handles complex litigation and high-stakes appeals. Combining careful analysis with crystal-clear advocacy, he’s achieved an impressive track record of wins for those he represents. Mr. Wood maintains a diverse practice with a focus on business disputes. He regularly handles issues related to corporate control, real estate, employment matters, intellectual property, and various business contracts. His clients range from individuals, startups, and small businesses to Fortune 50...

David M. Slutsky is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Labor Law - Union and Litigation - Labor and Employment. David M. practices law in New York, New York Best Lawyers has recognized David M. Slutsky since 2019. 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 David M. Slutsky is held by other lawyers.

Michael Todd Wade is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Michael Todd practices law in Atlanta, Georgia Best Lawyers has recognized Michael Todd Wade since 2023. 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 Michael Todd Wade is held by other lawyers.

Dale Cendali is a nationally recognized leader in the field of intellectual property litigation, having successfully litigated and tried numerous high-profile cases, and having argued before the U.S. Supreme Court. Her practice encompasses copyright, trademark, false advertising, patent, Internet, and trade secrets law, as well as defamation, the right of publicity, privacy, complex contract disputes and similar areas, including electronic discovery. Dale heads Kirkland’s Copyright, Tra...

Carrie Marie Raver is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Insurance Law. Carrie Marie practices law in Indianapolis, Indiana Best Lawyers has recognized Carrie Marie Raver 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 Carrie Marie Raver is held by other lawyers.

Peter Haukebo is a Partner at Frost Law. He concentrates his practice in the areas of tax controversy and planning and business transactions. Prior to joining the firm in 2018, he practiced at Chaney | Haukebo LLP. From 2013 to 2019, Peter served as an adjunct professor of law instructing in the Low Income Taxpayer Clinic at the University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law.