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Articles 14 results
1.20.23
Troubled Auto Part Suppliers Should Sidestep Chapter 11 Filings
Sheryl Toby authored the Bloomberg Law Practitioner Insights article, "Troubled Auto Part Suppliers Should Sidestep Chapter 11 Filings." In the article, Toby explains why Chapter 11 is not the best…
1.31.22
Laura Baucus authored the Industry Today article, "Driving Into 2022," which examines the top five legal trends powering the automotive industry.
1.31.22
Will Automotive Supply Chains Face More Disruptions in 2022?
Laura Baucus and Joe Duffy co-authored the Supply Chain Brain article, "Will Automotive Supply Chains Face More Disruptions in 2022?". In the article, Baucus and Duffy point out that while supply…
Blog Posts 23 results
10.02.26
Dykema Drives Webinars Return This Fall
Dykema Drives webinars are back this fall with a program focused on an issue that cuts across automotive operations: talent, workforce, and supply chain risk. On October 20, Dykema attorneys James…
9.24.26
Rising Bankruptcies Put Automotive Supply Chains Under Pressure
Earlier this summer, Dykema’s Danielle Behrends shared her perspective with Law360 on elevated financial distress across several industries and the importance of addressing liquidity, restructuring…
8.11.26
The Dykema Drives Automotive Legal Summit Is Just Around the Corner
Legal departments today are navigating an increasingly varied set of challenges, often at the intersection of law, technology, business, and risk. This year’s Summit will take on four timely areas:…
Dykema Drives Auto Webinars 5 results
5.15.25
The Third Quake: Tariffs and International Trade Regulation in 2025
Since World War II and prior to April 2nd of this year, there have been two economic shocks that tipped the global economy into recession: The 2008 financial crash, and the 2020 COVID pandemic. The…
9.19.24
Dykema’s 2024 Automotive Trends Webinar Series: Electric and Autonomous Vehicles
The emergence of new technologies brings about unique challenges in terms of liability for electric and autonomous vehicles. Join us as we explore how these topics continue to evolve.
3.14.24
During this webinar, we will provide insights on legal and tactical considerations as companies think about supply chain disruption and solutions and financial distress in the automotive industry.
Events 5 results
8.20.26
Dykema Drives: Automotive Legal Summit 2026
Now in its fourth year, Dykema’s premier one-day summit returns in a shorter, sharper format with fast-moving sessions, actionable insights, and meaningful networking. Explore the issues shaping the…
7.23.25
Dykema Drives: Automotive Legal Summit 2025
The third annual one-day summit convened in-house legal professionals and business leaders across automotive, manufacturing, and affiliated industries to explore supply chain and tariff issues, EV and…
8.08.24
Dykema Drives: Automotive Legal Insights Forum
The second annual one-day gathering at M1 Concourse brought together legal and automotive professionals to explore cutting-edge insights on EVs, autonomous vehicles, IP, and regulatory trends,…
Legal Alerts 13 results
5.30.25
On May 28, 2025, the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) struck down the administration’s globally sweeping “Liberation Day” tariffs. The court held that the worldwide tariffs exceeded the…
5.07.20
Automotive Manufacturing Workers Allowed to Resume Work Next Week in Michigan
Michigan Governor Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-77 today, permitting manufacturing workers to resume work as part of the MI Safe Start Plan. Manufacturing workers, including workers in the…
3.17.20
Is Your Contract Virus-Proof? [Part II]
As the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) continues to spread rapidly throughout the United States—and the world—commercial relationships are being thrown into disarray, resulting in the disruption of…
One Minute Matters Video Series 26 results
2.24.26
Will Congress Step In After the Tariff Ruling? (with Kirby Howard)
Last week’s Supreme Court ruling did more than create legal questions around tariffs—it created a political dilemma for Congress.
2.20.26
What’s Next After the Supreme Court’s Tariff Decision? (with Laura Baucus)
Since filming this video, the Trump administration has issued new tariffs under an alternative authority.
2.02.26
What Are the Biggest Legal Challenges for the Automotive Industry in 2026? (with Laura Baucus)
The Automotive industry is navigating complexities with tariffs, connected vehicle data privacy, AI liability, and more. But which issues matter most to you?
Podcasts 1 result
9.19.23
Green logistics: unpacking the cannabis supply chain
Every link in the cannabis supply chain faces unique challenges that can complicate planning and potentially impact margins. From breeders to consumers, there can be critical regulatory challenges and…
Press Mentions 55 results
4.27.26
“Tariff Costs Are Forcing Tough Choices for Auto Suppliers”
“A new survey from Dykema finds tariffs are driving contract disputes and financial strain across suppliers.”
4.14.26
“IP theft a major concern for automotive companies, US report shows”
“Dykema’s annual survey reveals that technology advancements in the auto industry have created more opportunities for IP misappropriation.”
4.11.26
“The 2026 Automotive Trends Report: Signals Shaping U.S. Automotive Legal Priorities”
Laura Baucus was interviewed by GlobalAutoIndustry.com for its story, “The 2026 Automotive Trends Report: Signals Shaping U.S. Automotive Legal Priorities.”
Press Releases 40 results
10.28.26
Lisa Brown Selected for Fellowship in the Litigation Counsel of America
Dykema is proud to announce that Lisa Brown was selected for Fellowship in the Litigation Counsel of America (LCA). An invitation-only trial lawyer honorary society, LCA reports that its membership is…
10.22.26
Dykema’s 2026 M&A Outlook Survey: Dealmaker Confidence Slips, AI Moves from Tool to Target
Dykema’s 2026 M&A Outlook Survey, released today, depicts a dealmaking landscape marked by growing caution. Among the executives, bankers, private equity leaders, and advisors surveyed, just over half…
9.22.26
Laura Baucus Elected to World Services Group 2026–2027 Board of Directors
Dykema, a leading national law firm, is pleased to announce that Laura Baucus, Director of the firm’s Automotive, Mobility, and Transportation Industry Group, has been elected to the World Services…
Publications 10 results
10.22.26
Dealmaking among automotive companies seems less about volume and more about repositioning, as OEMs and suppliers continue to work through a period of structural overcapacity, particularly in areas…
10.22.26
Industry Analysis: Industrial & Manufacturing
Industrial and manufacturing ranked fourth among industries expected to see the most M&A activity this year, cited by 26% of respondents.
4.13.26
2026 Automotive Trends Report Insights: Supply Chain
Concern over geopolitical tensions (52%) has surged 23 percentage points from 29% last year, becoming the second most pressing issue among respondents. When combined with semiconductor and critical…
Speaking Engagements 19 results
4.28.26
Chutkow and Logel to Present at 13th Annual Automotive Recalls Summit
Mark Chutkow and Jay Logel will serve as featured presenters at the 13th Annual Automotive Recalls Summit Hosted by the SAA in partnership with Stout on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at the Hyatt House in…
3.12.26
Battery Safety 2026: Preventing Fires, Proving Safety, and Containing Claims
Connor Walby will serve as a featured speaker at the American Conference Institute’s 2nd Annual EV Battery and Advanced Technology Supply Chain and Compliance Summit on March 12, 2026, in Chicago.
March 10-11, 2026
ACI’s 14th Annual Automotive, Litigation, Regulation, and Innovation Summit
Laura Baucus and Jay Logel will serve as featured presenters at the American Conference Institute’s 14th Annual Automotive Litigation, Regulation, and Innovation Summit, taking place March 10–11,…
Webinars 6 results
9.19.23
How Does the Recent Supreme Court Decision Impact Supply Chain Contracts?
Laura Baucus, Lisa Brown, and Sheryl Toby will serve as featured presenters for the Michigan Manufacturers Association webinar, "How Does the Recent Supreme Court Decision Impact Supply Chain…
5.26.21
Supply Chain Challenges in the Automotive Industry, ACG Detroit
Laura Baucus, Bloomfield Hills-based Director of Dykema’s Automotive Industry Group, and Mary Beth McGowan, Washington, D.C.-based Government Policy Advisor, will participate in the Association for…
