Stephen L. Gutman

Kara Ferrara is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Trusts and Estates. Kara, who practices law in Troy, Michigan, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kara is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

John D. Gaber possesses extensive experience in the areas of real estate, corporate, general business, and commercial law. His practice focuses on property acquisition, development, land use and zoning, construction, financing and leasing matters for his real estate clients. He also represents clients in business structuring, commercial and operational matters, buy-sell agreements, acquisitions, and dispositions. He frequently engages in business and real estate dispute resolution. John&rsquo...

Michael Vogt helps clients resolve complex real estate issues and disputes. Whether guiding clients through the zoning entitlement process or representing clients in disputes related to the purchase, sale, development, leasing, and management of commercial real estate, Michael works hand in hand with clients to understand their goals and then form practical strategies to reach them. In his national zoning practice, Michael counsels clients throughout the entire zoning process—from the i...

Gary Fealk is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employment Law - Management and Labor Law - Management. Gary, who practices law in Troy, Michigan, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gary is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Mara Letica Saad joined Bodman following a distinguished career as Executive Vice President, General Counsel, and Secretary of Letica Corporation, a global leader in the packaging industry. At Letica Corporation, Saad was responsible for all legal matters as well as corporate administration, finance, human resources, IT, and governmental affairs for a complex manufacturing business with facilities in 13 U.S. states. Before joining Letica Corporation she practiced commercial and insurance defe...

Christopher Maeso provides corporate and acquisition legal services for major companies across a wide range of industries including automotive, manufacturing, toy, restaurant, banking, real estate, insurance and technology. He has advised private equity funds regarding fund formation, structure and securities issues and has acted as counsel to private equity funds and buy-out companies in numerous acquisitions, restructuring, financing and divesture transactions. Mr. Maeso represents leading ...

Mr. Basile concentrates his practice on intellectual property and technology transactions relating to software, hardware, electronics, semiconductors and the Internet. An experienced patent attorney, he manages large patent portfolios and frequently provides clients with opinions and strategic advice in regard to infringement and other contested matters. He also handles a wide variety of technology-related commercial transactions including alliances and licenses. He provides intellectual prop...

Ms. Nesti concentrates her practice on patent prosecution, clearance and infringement opinions and strategic counseling for protecting intellectual property in the areas of mechanical, chemical, materials and medical devices. Ms. Nesti also handles a wide variety of commercial transactions including licensing, procurement, outsourcing and distribution agreements. Ms. Nesti has over a decade of experience as an engineer in the chemical and refining industries. She has been responsible for engi...

David C. Bosman helps banks and other financial institutions make loans to companies and individuals. David’s attention to detail and systematic approach to loan transactions help commercial lenders meet the demands and deadlines of their borrowers. He works side-by-side with his clients to structure, document, and negotiate middle market and commercial real estate loans.One client wrote about David: “What really sets him apart for me though is his ability to organize complicated ...

Mr. Van Dusen concentrates his practice exclusively in litigation and alternative dispute resolution with a focus on insurance, commercial disputes, health care, class actions, and personal injury defense, including arbitration hearings, bench trials, jury trial, and appeals. His diverse litigation experience includes: Defense of catastrophic personal injury claims, including matters involving product liability, premises liability, automobile negligence, and intentional misconduct claims; Rep...