Paul A. Bringer

Richard Jones is Chair of the firm’s Intellectual Property Licensing Practice Group and handles a wide range of intellectual property matters. Over the last few years, he has led on the following issues: representation of OEM in connection with divestiture of Military related IP assets; representation of OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) in connection with Global Vehicle Design and Assembly Agreement; representation of a Tier 1 Automotive Supplier in Divestiture of IP Assets; prepar...

Elizabeth Luckenbach is a member in the firm’s Troy office, where she specializes in probate and fiduciary litigation, trust and estate administration, estate planning, and special needs planning. With more than 20 years of experience representing fiduciaries and individuals in all aspects of litigation, administration, and planning, Liz works tirelessly to advocate for her clients, treating each of them with the individual attention they deserve. Rated by Martindale-Hubbell® as an ...

Jennifer L. McManus is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Individuals and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Jennifer L. practices law in Royal Oak, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Jennifer L. McManus since 2016. 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 Jennifer L. McManus is held by other lawyers.

An attorney in Dickinson Wright’s Troy office, Nicholas Papasifakis advises individuals, families, and business owners on estate planning, asset protection strategies, business matters, and probate and trust administration and litigation. He works closely with clients to design estate plans that reflect their goals around wealth transfer, tax planning, asset protection, probate avoidance, and charitable giving. Each plan is tailored to the client’s family dynamics and financial pr...

Ms. Markley concentrates her practice on trademark, copyright and advertising law. She represents clients in obtaining trademark and copyright registrations in the US and throughout the world. She represents clients in infringement disputes and appears regularly in trademark opposition proceedings before the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board. Ms. Markley also advises clients with respect to Internet domain names. Prior to attending law school, Ms. Markley was employed at the Art Institute of C...

Brian R. Jenney is an attorney with Kemp Klein in Troy, Michigan who advises individuals and families on matters involving Elder Law , Trusts and Estates , and Tax Law . His practice focuses on helping clients plan for the future while addressing the legal and financial considerations that arise as families age or experience major life changes. Mr. Jenney works with clients on estate planning strategies designed to protect assets, address health care and financial decision-making, and provide...

Bethany Sweeny is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management, Labor Law - Management and Litigation - Labor and Employment. Bethany practices law in Birmingham, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Bethany Sweeny 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 Bethany Sweeny is held by other lawyers.

Wayne Roberts is the co-chair of Bodman’s Business Tax Group. His practice is focused on corporate, business and individual tax planning and federal, state and local tax controversies. He has been a recognized state and local tax (SALT) lawyer for more than 20 years. He has been involved in a majority of the significant legislative, administrative and case law developments that have taken place in Michigan taxation.His broad tax practice includes all aspects of federal and state tax pla...

Keela Johnson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law and Family Law Mediation. Keela practices law in Troy, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Keela Johnson 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 Keela Johnson is held by other lawyers.

Ziyad I. Hermiz is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Commercial Litigation, Corporate Law and Trade Secrets Law. Ziyad I. practices law in Birmingham, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Ziyad I. Hermiz 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 Ziyad I. Hermiz is held by other lawyers.