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Nicholas Papasafakis is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Litigation - Trusts and Estates and Tax Law. Nicholas practices law in Troy, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Nicholas Papasafakis 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 Nicholas Papasafakis 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...

Experience Ryan Lee Perry is a shareholder in the law firm of Giarmarco, Mullins & Horton, P.C. Ryan received his undergraduate degree from Kalamazoo College, his law degree from Wayne State University, where he was twice named the top oralist in its Moot Court Program, served as the Associate Editor for the Michigan International Lawyer from 1995 through 1997, and was a judicial intern for the Honorable Gerald E. Rosen for the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Mich...

Gary K. August is an attorney with August Law PLLC in Troy, Michigan, where his practice focuses on Commercial Litigation, construction disputes, complex litigation, and insurance coverage matters. He has been recognized by Best Lawyers in the area of Commercial Litigation since 2013 based on peer-review evaluations within the legal profession. Mr. August has represented businesses, municipalities, and public entities in significant litigation and dispute resolution matters throughout Michiga...

Gabriel Edelson is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Corporate Law. Gabriel practices law in Birmingham, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Gabriel Edelson 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 Gabriel Edelson is held by other lawyers.

Deborah (“Deb”) Grace advises private companies, non-profits, colleges, universities, and governmental entities on the complex tax and labor laws that impact the benefits that these entities offer to their employees. She counsels private companies and equity funds on the benefit plan implications of business acquisitions and dispositions, including due diligence review and advising on the integration of benefit programs based on the structure of the business deal. Her experience i...

Eric is a partner and leads the firm's Tax Planning, Compliance and Litigation Practice Team. He has extensive experience in tax law with a focus on all aspects of related civil and criminal law, as well as complex financial investigative and litigation matters. Through a collaborative and proactive process he has achieved exceptional results, including multiple discontinued or "dropped" investigations, litigation victories and, where appropriate, effective sentencing advocacy resulting in mu...

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 ...

Brendan G. Best is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Bankruptcy and Creditor Debtor Rights / Insolvency and Reorganization Law. Brendan G. practices law in Birmingham, Michigan Best Lawyers has recognized Brendan G. Best since 2020. 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 Brendan G. Best is held by other lawyers.

Mark Wilson chairs Dickinson Wright’s Health Care Practice Group. He is a central part of the health care team currently acting as outside general counsel for a large health system which covers all aspects of the health care environment including providing regulatory, transactional and corporate services as well as practical advice to health system operations, including compliance program effectiveness, compliance with Medicare and Conditions of Participation and hospital governance. He...